RAEL – Gerard “Mario” Rael passed away on Jan. 2, 2025 at his home in Durango, Colo. Mario was born on June 20, 1967, in Ignacio, Colo.
Mario enjoyed listening & dancing to oldies music with his headphones. He loved shopping at flea markets, thrift stores & Walmart, especially in the toy section. He loved anything Star Wars, playing pinball machines, He loved anything Harley Davidson. He loved & collected GI Joes dolls. He loved to go fishing. He devoutly prayed grace at mealtimes. He always attended our Southern Ute Bear Dance to see friends & enjoy fry bread & a bowl of chili. Before he hung up from a phone call he always said, “Lots of Love.”
Mario is survived by brothers – George Steven Rael, and Joseph ”Bowdee” Rael Jr. Sisters – Theresa Rael, and Geraldine Rael. Father, Joseph Earl Head Rael Sr., and numerous Nieces & Nephews.
He is preceded in passing by sister, Corleen “Pinky” Rael, mother, Patricia Rael, uncle, Fernando Head Rael, and cousin David Rael, as well as numerous loss of extended family.