Seasonal & Holidays

Syracuse Dad Encourages Kids 'To Be The Best In School & Life'

Father's Day is the perfect time to give a big thanks to all the dads who put smiles on our faces. Syracuse, meet Juliano Bradley-Utica​.

(Courtesy of Jay Bradley)

SYRACUSE, NY— Father's Day is the perfect time to give a big thanks to all the dads who put smiles on our faces. Syracuse, meet Juliano Bradley-Utica.

If you know a dad who sends sweet, silly or thoughtful texts your way, you’re pretty lucky. Texts from Dad have a way of putting a smile on our faces — and this Father’s Day, we’re celebrating the fathers behind the phones!

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to shine a light on awesome dads and the funny, insightful things they say. This submission comes from Jay Bradley who nominated Juliano Bradley-Utica of Syracuse.

What makes your dad extra special?

My dad, Juliano Bradley-Utica, is amazing. He is always willing to go without just to make sure my siblings and I are good. My dad pushes us to be the best in school and life. I love my dad soo much.

Why do you feel your dad deserves the spotlight?

Because he sacrifices a lot — even if it means going to bed hungry.

Happy Father’s Day to Juliano Bradley-Utica, and thank you for all you do!

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Know an amazing dad who sends great texts? Nominate him here by June 15.

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