In loving memory:
Bradly Alan Mael went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, surrounded by his wife Teresa and two sons, Tyler and Darrin Mael.
Brad was born on April 5, 1966, in Moscow, Idaho, to Ron and Jimmie Kaye Mael. He was the youngest of three — his sisters are Teri Lea Neumayer and Traci Bezona.
Brad grew up in Bovill, Idaho, and graduated from Elk River, Idaho, in 1984. Brad went on to meet his wife, Teresa, when he came to Colorado to log on Bandit Peak Ranch. Brad and Teresa were married on Dec. 27, 1987, and were married for 38 years. They moved to Brad’s hometown and resided there for 10 years, then together with their sons they made their way back to Colorado for the remaining 28 years of his life.
Brad was an amazing man who was beyond generous and not afraid of hard work, giving his all and best to whatever was set before him.
Brad followed in his dad’s and granddad’s footsteps in the logging industry for many years, then after moving to Pagosa Springs, Colo., Brad did small engine repair for several years. Then Brad was introduced to building custom homes, which was one of his greatest passions, working with timber to create one-of-a-kind masterpieces.
Brad was skilled at many things including woodworking, welding, and working and restoring his Camero. He loved the outdoors, going camping, riding the Razor, hiking and looking for rocks. We all loved to see who would find the biggest and best.
Brad’s ultimate love was his family and his grandsons, who he cherished deeply.
Brad is survived by his wife, Teresa Mael; and sons Tyler Mael and wife Courtney Mael and grandchildren Wyatt and Colter Mael, Darrin and wife Shelby Mael; mother Jimmie Kaye Mael; sisters Teri Lea Neumayer and husband Joe Neumayer, and Traci Bezona and husband Doug Bezona.
Brad is preceded in death by his grandparents, Terry and Bea Carlin, Harold and Mertle Mael, and his dad, Ronald Mael.
There will be a celebration of life held in Bovill, Idaho, at the Community Center on May 10, 2025, from 1 to 4 p.m.
