Bradly Anthony Nieves Sr., 41

Bradly Anthony Nieves Sr., 41, was born June 30, 1980, in Martinez, California, and was a resident of Columbia Falls since he was a teen. On July 16, 2021, Bradly was involved in a motorcycle accident and lost his life.

Bradly is survived by his children, Bradly Nieves Jr., Dylan Nieves and Lucas Nieves. Bradly was a caring father; he loved his sons, supported them, and was their constant. Bradly's surviving family members are his parents, David Nieves Sr. from California, Sharleen Markham and Dick Markham, stepfather; and siblings, David Nieves Jr. from California, Adam Nieves, Nicholas Nieves and Crystal Nieves.

Bradly was shining light in all the lives he touched. He will never be forgotten, and is truly missed. A celebration of Brad’s life will take place on Saturday, July 31, at 11 a.m. at Columbia Mortuary. Urn burial will be at Fairview Cemetery. Lunch will follow at the Night Owl Restaurant in the back room at 1 p.m. Parking will be in the back parking lot.

The Last Ride

I stood and I watched as my Brother rode by, It wasn't the way it should be

He rode not his bike, but in a long black cage, And he rode by himself not with me, But I shed not a tear for this Brother of mine

For he lived free and loved his lifestyle, So ride on my Brother and rest in peace, Till we meet again after while, And when my time comes to take that last ride, You can bet it'll be with a smile, ‘ause I love to ride and I'll be going home, So I'll enjoy it to the very last mile" — Anonymous