Brad C Egbert
March 5, 1952 – September 11, 2024
Brad Egbert, also known as Brad Stone in the Radio and TV world, passed away on September 11, 2024, in Idaho Falls, Idaho. Brad was born in Driggs, Idaho on March 5, 1952, to Irwin and Darleene Egbert, later moving to Idaho Falls, Idaho.
Brad’s love of sports started early. His Dad “encouraged” his young son to be a Colts (Johnny Unitas) and Yankees fan. Many hours were spent with his dad playing catch in the backyard. As a result, Brad became a top-notch pitcher with Little League and Pony League baseball teams. Before graduating from Skyline High School in 1970, Brad excelled in football, basketball, and track.
As a young sports fanatic, Brad would listen to games on the radio all the time. He drove his parents crazy by practicing play-by-play, day and night, in every room. His practice served him well when years later Brad became a radio sports announcer for the University of Utah, Utah State University, Skyview High School, and the Utah Jazz. Great memories were made over the years with family and friends traveling with the Utes to all away games, Bowl games, and NCAA March Madness; even spending one Christmas at a Las Vegas Hotel!
Brad attended Ricks College before graduating from Radio Engineering School in California. He began his career in radio, not announcing sports, but as a music DJ. His love of music was a close second to sports. Brad worked at stations in Idaho Falls and Ogden before gettinghis dream job at KCPX in Salt Lake City. He worked in SLC music radio for years before moving into sports at KALL radio working with the University of Utah and later the Utah Jazz. Brad also worked doing morning sports on KUTV-TV. Logan, Utah was his next radio stop working with Skyview High School and Utah State University.
Brad loved to golf, especially with friends and family at Oakridge Country Club where he enjoyed living overlooking the 4th hole. He was proud of his hole-in-one at Riverside Country Club. He loved going to movies, reading a good book, and of course, watching all sporting events on TV and in person. Brad loved a good concert and there wasn’t any group or artist he did not see while working on the radio and as the voice of United Concerts he introduced them on stage.
Brad’s love of sports and music defined him in many ways, but his love for his children, Travis and Allison, defined his life. His heart was broken when Travis passed away at age 27 as part of him had been taken forever. Brad adored Allie, calling her the light of his life. He shared his passion for sports and music with her and in turn, she shared all things in her life even getting him hooked on TV shows including “The Young and the Restless!”
“It’s something unpredictable, but in the end is right. I hope you had the time of your life.” Until we hug again, Love you Pops.
Brad is survived by his daughter, Allie Egbert of Malad; ex-spouse and friend, Wendi Blaisdell (Scott Alder) of Malad; brother, Brent Egbert (Kelli) and family of Idaho Falls.
He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Travis Egbert; and nephew, Tyson Egbert.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Interment will be in the Malad City, Idaho cemetery. Online condolences or memories can be made at www.coltrinmortuary.com.