Long Beach, California
Joel Patrick Bratton Joel Patrick Bratton passed away September 4, 2010 at age 44 at home in the arms of his wife, Denise. He had been an animal control officer for the City of Long Beach, as well as a gifted singer/song writer/musician/bass guitarist. He performed with punk rock bands such as...
Read MoreStill thinking about you everyday Joel, If only you could see the rhino tattoo I got, I wonder what you would have thought about it I'll miss you everyday love you. See you soon.
Samuel Nunley
December 02, 2020 | Son
Joel and I were pen pals in the 80s when he took over vocals in Rhino 39 and I recall him being a super friendly, nice, helpful warm guy even at that young an age (and I think he and I are the same age.) I was a big fan of the band from their first single on and saw them many times. Anyway, very sad and sorry to see this news. My condolences to his family and friends.
Danny Gromfin
September 10, 2011 | Arlington, MA
Remembered By
Margarita Campos
September 04, 2011 | Oakland, CA
I just heard. When the space shuttle exploded I remember his first reaction was, " they died stoked". I only wish that had been the case for Joel. My sympathies and best wishes go to Denise and their family.
Larry Parrott
January 28, 2011 | Long Beach, CA
I am heartbroken and in shock. I loved Joel. He was the most special and unique person I've ever met. I always kept a place for him in my mind and heart and looked forward to the day I would run into him again. Joel was magical. I never felt equal to him, he was so amazingly charismatic and kind. Wherever we went, he would just start talking and minutes later there would be a crowd around him, as mesmerized as I at every word that came out of his mouth. Joel, I love you. You knew that. Your...
Shawna Schoch
December 25, 2010 | Dana Point, CA
Remembered By
Lisa McKim
December 22, 2010 | Long Beach, CA
November 17, 2010
2009
November 06, 2010
Top Man. Will be missed, Mark Johnson
October 04, 2010