Brad Pautsch, the Sports Director of KTIV for an extended period, passed away on Saturday, October 19. He was 58 years old. Brad underwent surgery in March 2021 to remove a malignant tumour from his cranium. Brad experienced a stroke subsequent to his surgery, which resulted in his muddled speech.
He successfully completed the seven-hour procedure, five cycles of chemotherapy, and stem cell treatments at the Mayo Clinic. Brad was eventually able to return to the sidelines and assist the SportsFource team with their gameday coverage.
However, in August of this year, Brad’s wife, Sally, observed that Brad’s equilibrium was impaired and that he had fallen on several occasions. Nevertheless, Brad was able to attend the wedding of his firstborn son, Joe, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, in September. Subsequently, an MRI revealed a new tumour in a difficult-to-access region of Brad’s brain. Brad subsequently resolved to enroll in hospice care.
Brad’s abilities elevated him to the pinnacle of professional athletics. from Minneapolis, Minnesota, during Super Bowl LII in 2018. To witness Brandon Scherff, a Denison native, realize a lifelong ambition at the 2015 NFL Draft in Chicago. To New York City, and the 2003 NBA Draft, where the Chicago Bulls selected Kirk Hinrich from Sioux City. He even competed in the 2002 Olympic Games in Salt Lake City. For one leg of the relay in Kansas, Brad served as a torchbearer.
Brad is survived by his wife, Sally, and his three children, Reggie, Mary, and Joseph.
