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Joseph Brazee Obituary

Joseph A. Brazee
Joseph A. Brazee, 90, formerly of Oakville, CT, currently of New Franken, passed away Thursday, May 29, 2025. Joseph was born on August 4, 1934, the son of Albert and Anna (Kiyak) Brazee.
Joe served his country during the Korean Conflict in the United States Army. He married the love of his life, Jane Reimer November 18, 1961, in Ansonia, CT. Joe worked as a vending technician in Connecticut for over 30 years.
Joe was a car enthusiast and raced dragsters with his brother, George. He loved NASCAR and watching drag races on TV. Joe was a very loyal NY Mets fan, as well as a fan of U-Conn Huskie basketball.
Survivors include his dear son, Kevin and his wife Cheryl Brazee; grandchildren: Rachael, Hannah (Jordan) Rowen, Jenna (David) Mercier and Devin (Megan) DeJardin; great-Grandchildren: Nolan, Aubree and Ruthie Mercier and Miller De Jardin; sister, Elsie (Ron) Johnson; sister-in-law, Gail Brazee. He is also survived many loving nieces and nephews, family and friends.
Joe was preceded in death by his loving wife, Jane, son, Kurt Brazee, brothers, George and Robert.
Friends may call at Cotter Funeral Home, 860 N. Webster Ave., De Pere, on Tuesday, June 3, 2025, from 1:00 to 3:00 pm, Funeral Service at 3:00 pm, Tuesday, at Cotter Funeral Home with Rev. Joshua Errer officiating. Interment at Mt. Olivet Cemetery, De Pere, with full Military Honors.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund for Unity Hospice has been established. Our family would like to give a special thank you to Cassie and Hope and the rest of the staff at Angels Touch, as well as Unity for their wonderful care and compassion.

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Published by Republican American on Jun. 1, 2025.

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Mick Paternoster

June 8, 2025

So sorry to hear, please accept my condolences

Jay Henrichs

June 2, 2025

Joe was the best worker i had he was always at work even in snow it would be Joe and I only. He will be missed.

Nancy DeGrave

June 1, 2025

Sorry for your loss, Kevin. I´m thinking of you during this difficult time.

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