Joel Richard Brault's Obituary
Joel Richard Brault was born on November 16, 1931, in Kankakee, Illinois, to Richard and Cecile Brault. He passed away Wednesday, July 21, 2021. Joel is preceded in death by his parents; loving wife, Patricia (Brouillet) Brault; brother Richard Brault; sisters Joyce Cosgrove, and Monica Lambert. Left to cherish Joel’s memory are his daughters Michelle Chandler and husband, David, Kathie Jo Brault, Cynthia O’Connell and husband, Randy; sister Carol Schafer; grandchildren Meagan Rosser and husband Neil, Beth Buxbaum and husband, Ryan, Robin O'Connell; great grandchildren Joel, Chandler, Kohen, Crew, and a host of other dear family and friends.
Joel and Patricia started courting immediately after graduating from St. Patrick Catholic High School. They became engaged while Joel was serving in the Air Force. He spent a year of his service as a weatherman in Iceland. They married in 1953 and were blessed with over 54 years together. Joel was a take charge kind of guy. He had a successful career as a real estate agent and transitioned to the savings and loan business where he served as President and CEO for many years. Joel loved listening to music, and he was a huge Stan Kenton Jazz Band fan. In his spare time Joel enjoyed golfing with his wife, Patricia. They also loved traveling and over the years they enjoyed many trips together. Joel will be missed by all who knew and loved him.
In lieu of flowers the family would like to request that donations be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.
Services for Joel will be held on Wednesday, July 28, 2021, at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church in Manvel, Texas. Visitation will be held from 11:00 – Noon. A memorial mass will follow at noon.
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