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Joseph Brazil Obituary
Oct 8, 1960 - Dec 25, 2014
Joseph A. Brazil, Jr passed away on December 25 at the age of 54. Joseph "Joe" was born on October 8, 1960 in Gustine, CA. He graduated from Gustine High School and later Fresno State College with a Bachelor of Sciences Degree in Animal Science and a Teaching Credential in Agriculture.
Joe owned Western Livestock Genetics, a business he was very passionate about. He had a great love for animals and raised and showed Hereford cattle for which he won State Fair titles. He also enjoyed listening to country music and classic rock - often citing Alabama as one of his favorite groups. Joe had a big heart and volunteered annually to teach roping to students at a local elementary school.
Joe is survived by his wife Julia Southard and stepdaughter Alison Southard. He is also survived by his brother Duane Brazil of Oakdale, and sister Barbara LeVake of Yuba City. Joe was preceded in death by his brother Lionel Brazil and both parents. He also has numerous nieces and nephews.
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Oakdale Memorial Chapel. A memorial service is scheduled for January 6 at 11:00 am. Burial services will also be held on January 7 at 1:00 pm at the Glen Oak Memorial Park in Chico, CA.
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David DeSilva
December 25, 2022
Joe Brazil...received a legacy notice of your passing. You were gone too soon, but now in the Lord´s hands. Our phones conversations and family friendship is never forgotten. Blessings are yours and ours to ever keep. Merry Christmas. David
Vincent Pike
November 8, 2022
So sorry to hear of Joe's passing. I only recently learned during a Livestock Judging Team Reunion for Fresno State. He was on the team the year before me. I remember Joe for his friendly nature and good sense of humor.
Bernadette Flores (Cabral)
January 8, 2015
My heart goes the family. I Knew Joe froom Gustine High School graduated in 78 with him such a sweet guy he will be in our hearto forever
Marilyn Salsa
January 6, 2015
Joe Brazil was a good guy in school he was my clasmate. I remember his Dad and his Mom and brother Lionel as well. Duane I'm so sorry, and to his wife and daughter my condolences.
Steven & Linda Dunlop
January 3, 2015
WE ARE SO VERY SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR BROTHER'S PASSING. OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU
Tony & Loretta Peters
January 2, 2015
Our deepest sympathy to the family, Joe was a great person. He was in our daughters class & we lived across the road. to young!!
December 31, 2014
We pray for Joe and his family. May the Lord bring you peace during this difficult time. David DeSilva and family.
December 31, 2014
My prayers & condolences to Joe's family, such a sweet man. Rest in Peace my friend & classmate. Tammy Francis Rocha
Kathy Souza
December 31, 2014
I have been thinking back on the old days when my cousin Joe and I used to play, he was never mean, always kind and gentle. My favorite cousin you might say. I don't know why god decided to take you away.
It breaks our hearts, so we all kneel and pray that we'll see him again some day.
Much Love,Kathy
Lucia Rocha-Farao
December 31, 2014
My condolences go out to Barbara & Duane. I used to babysit the boys and then later would see Joe off & on over the years. My prayers are with you.
David Allee
December 31, 2014
My sincerest condolences to his family. Joe was both a classmate and a friend, reminding me of one infamous road-trip he and I did in 1977 but those details shall remain unspoken ?? Peace and comfort to his wife and daughter - Sincerely, David Allee
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