Service Information
Bradley L. Mellies, age 34, of Winthrop, Minnesota, passed away on Saturday, April 27, 2024, in Hutchinson, Minnesota
Celebration of Life will be held Monday, May 6, 2024, 11:00 A.M., at Christ the King Lutheran Church in Hutchinson, with interment in Zion Lutheran Cemetery in Buffalo Lake, Minnesota.
Gathering of Family and Friends will be held one hour prior to the service at the church.
Obituary
Bradley “Brad” Linn Mellies was born on a hot and sunny July 1, 1989, in Glencoe, Minnesota. He was the son of Vernon and Rose Ann (Linn) Mellies. Brad was baptized into the Holy Christian Church a week later at Christ the King Lutheran Church in Hutchinson, Minnesota, where he was also confirmed. He received his education in Hutchinson and was a graduate of the Hutchinson High School Class of 2007. After graduation, Brad attended St. Cloud Technical and Community College in St. Cloud, Minnesota, where he received multiple degrees. The first degree he received was in plumbing and the second was in his true calling, diesel mechanics. During college breaks, Brad followed his Grandpa Virgil’s footsteps and spent three summers custom combining crops. He started each season harvesting in Vernon, Texas, and combined his way up to the Canadian border. After Brad received his degree, he spent four years in Williston, North Dakota, as a diesel mechanic fracking in the oil fields.
Brad was united in marriage to Mary Doehling in February of 2018. Brad and Mary resided on a farm in Winthrop, Minnesota, where they began raising hogs. He was very proud of his hog operation, Oinker Farms. Another one of Brad’s passions was diesel mechanics, which led to owning and operating his own truck repair business, K&M Diesel, in Glencoe. After their marriage ended, Brad continued to reside in Winthrop, managing his hog operation and working at his repair shop.
Brad passed away on Saturday, April 27, 2024, at the age of 34 years old.
Blessed be his memory.
Brad is survived by his:
Parents, Rose and Vernon Mellies of Stewart, MN;
Brother, Clinton Mellies and his wife, Angie of Hutchinson, MN;
Beloved Niece and Nephew, Brooke and Logan Mellies of Hutchinson, MN;
and was loved very much by his larger family including his Linn and Mellies aunts, uncles, cousins and many friends.
Brad is preceded in death by his Grandparents, Frank Linn, Virgil and Delpha Mellies; Uncles, Henry Mellies, Charles Mellies, Ronald Mellies; Aunts, Marlene Mellies, Marilyn Mellies; Cousin, Mardell Hill.
When the sudden passing of a loved one, such as Bradley, changes the course of lives, we are left in a state of bewilderment and grief. Some things do not make sense, and death just seems so unfair. However, we are immensely thankful for all the stories, memories, arrangements and generosity shown to us in our time of loss. Our wish is that you take the love, joy, and happiness you received from Bradley and spread it to those who touch your life. God Bless.
Mollie Gram (Kidder) says
Sending our thoughts and prayers to your family.
Tony Fransen says
To my cousin may you have found peace and are watching over us all.
Janice R Kobbermann says
Sending so many hugs!!! Always cherish the memories!!! Love you guys!!!
DeEtta nelson says
So sad. May the peace that passes all understanding comfort all of you. DeEtta nelson
Lois Geihl says
Rose Ann,
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers! May God grant you strength and peace.
Jo Reck says
Dear Rose and Vernon~
It is with the most sincere sympathy that I send this note. I am all too aware of how painful it is to lose a beloved child, no matter what their age, and I know the disbelief and sorrow you are feeling. There really are no words that can take away your pain, but I hope knowing that so many of us care, and are praying for comfort and peace for Brad, as well as you and Vernon. I hope that all the precious memories you have of Brad through the years, will help you keep him alive in your hearts forever. God be with you at this very difficult time. You are in my thoughts and on my heart~ Jo Reck
Cindy Prior says
We are sending hugs and prayers to you and your family. The sadness will in time fade away to happier memories. Those will carry you on until you see him again.
Mark, Cindy, Kelsey and Joey Prior
Mike Linn says
Rose, Vernon and family: Cheryl and I send our very deepest sympathy to you on the sudden loss of your beloved son. Eternal rest grant onto him oh Lord and may perpetual light shine upon him. May he rest in peace.
Beth Hepola says
Rose Ann, I am so very sorry for your loss.
Beth Hepola
Dodi (Fank)Riley says
RoseAnn and Family. I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
Jerome Lindquist says
Rose and Vernon,
Sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers!
Jerome Lindquist
Sara Leyendecker says
Rose Ann – I’m so sorry for your loss. Sending prayers of comfort to you and your family.
Maria Oman says
My sincere condolences to the entire Mellies family. I had the pleasure of knowing Bradley; he was an impressive and hard-working young man. I am deeply saddened to hear of your loss. Prayers for you all. ~ Maria Oman
Robin Paul says
So sorry for your loss. We will keep you in our thoughts.
Nate Fleck says
I’m so sorry for your loss, and sorry I just found out. I worked with I’m at mckimm in hutch, he was a great guy and he worked on my semi once.
Denise Bollman says
Rose Ann,
I am so sorry for your loss. Sending you a huge hug.