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This is...upsetting to read, to say the least. Anthony Bradbury was my RfA nominator almost 17 years ago. He and I messaged over the years and I have him on Facebook. I'm saddened to hear that we've lost such a kind and honorable man from the world and Wikipedia. I know I will miss him. Davidelit, thank you for sharing this so the community knows and can remember Tony. Acalamari11:40, 5 January 2024 (UTC)[reply]
Sad news, Tony is a name I remember well from when I was learning the ropes here all those years ago. A valuable contributor lost. RIP. – filelakeshoe (t / c) 🐱14:32, 6 January 2024 (UTC)[reply]
Tony passed his RfA just days after me, and together with editors like you, Acalamari, was a huge part in the progression of Wikipedia in the relatively early days. His name was one of those that you would see doing so much to help and mentor new editors, solve disputes and above all, create some very important content. His death, which will create an enormous void for his family and friends, also creates an enormous empty space here on Wikipedia. Dr Nick Birse (talk) 20:05, 7 January 2024 (UTC)[reply]
RIP, I didn't know him well at all, but it's sad to lose a prolific editor and an admin. It seems he was a steady hand here for many years, and for that he deserves our thanks. Graham87 (talk) 16:41, 6 January 2024 (UTC)[reply]
I remember Anthony Bradbury’s name well from when I first started editing here, and I am shocked and saddened to hear of his passing. We’ve not only lost a valuable contributor, but also a kind human being. The project will feel different without him, and he will certainly be missed. Rest in peace, Tony. :-( Patient Zerotalk05:00, 7 January 2024 (UTC)[reply]
Oh my God, Anthony. A name that embodied wisdom from the old guard. It's sad to think that he won't be around anymore, but I am grateful for his many years of service. Rest in peace, Anthony. You have more than earned it. Kurtis(talk)01:59, 12 January 2024 (UTC)[reply]
So sad to read about this in the Signpost. It seems like we have lost a lot of the old guard over the past year. You will be missed, Anthony. LizRead!Talk!19:34, 12 January 2024 (UTC)[reply]
I had numerous contacts with Tony over the years, the earliest one that I can find now dating from June 2010. Both in terms of what I remember and in terms of what I have seen now, checking back over our history to refresh my memory, I believe that I always found him constructive, courteous, friendly, and reasonable. He was also a solid and reliable editor and administrator. Of course I will miss him. JBW (talk) 21:50, 1 February 2024 (UTC)[reply]
I just wanted to stop by to also echo my condolences to Anthony's family and friends. Our paths didn't cross much, but I definitely remember Anthony positively from seeing him around the 'pedia. He will be missed by us here, but do know that his 27,806 edits live on as a lasting legacy helping to improve the project. Rest easy, Anthony. We'll take it from here. --TheSandDoctorTalk04:40, 6 February 2024 (UTC)[reply]
Rest in peace, Tony, and thank you for all of your hard work here. My sympathies go out to Tony's family. --Drm310🍁 (talk) 18:53, 9 May 2024 (UTC)[reply]
~ ToBeFree (talk) 23:26, 3 February 2024 (UTC)[reply]
