Former Minnesota wrestler killed in accident abroad

The Tupa family is currently enduring the grief of Brad Tupa's passing and is facing uncertainty regarding the timing of his funeral. Brad's mother, Cheryl, expressed the ongoing difficulty of the situation due to the slow process, allowing for more time for reflection and mourning. The family is navigating the complexities of repatriating Brad's remains from Indonesia, where he passed away. Despite the challenges, they remain focused on the goal of bringing him home to bid him a proper farewell and begin the healing process. Brad's unexpected death on June 25 in Indonesia, where he was employed as a sales director for a resort development, was determined to be an accidental drowning. Throughout his life, Brad had a successful career connecting with both the wrestling and business communities, leading to an outpouring of support and condolences from around the world. As they wait for the paperwork to transport Brad's remains back to Minnesota, the family is comforted by the overwhelming messages of love and memories being shared. A GoFundMe campaign has been initiated to help with the expensive process of repatriation. Despite the uncertainties surrounding the funeral arrangements, the family is deeply moved by the widespread impact Brad had on countless individuals globally.