Joseph Brodeur

Joseph Brodeur, 85, of Richmond Court, Southington died Friday March 5, 2010 at home surrounded by his family. He was the beloved husband of Rita (Champange) Brodeur for almost 30 years.

He was born in Cheshire to the late Edmond and Alice (Rouleau)

Brodeur and lived in Southington for many years.

Mr. Brodeur who was fondly known by many as 'Indian Joe' was very proud of his Native American heritage. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy during WWII, was a member of the Knights of Columbus, an avid fisherman and hunter, and a state and northeast champion bass drummer in the Fife and Drum Corps.

In addition to his wife Rita, he is survived by his son James T. Brodeur , three daughters; April Bradbury, Sally Adamowicz and JoAnn Riemer, two sisters, eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

Calling hours will be held on Wed. March 10, 2010 from 8:30-10:30 a.m. at the Plantsville Funeral Home, 975 S. Main St., Plantsville.

Funeral services with full military honors will follow at 11 a.m. at Mary Our Queen Church, 249 Savage St., Southington. A private burial will be held at St. Laurent's Cemetery, South Meriden at the convenience of the family.

FUNERAL SERVICES

Funeral services will be held at 9:45 a.m. Wednesday, March 10, from the Plantsville Funeral Home, 975 S. Main St., Plantsville, with a Mass and full military honors at 11 a.m. at Mary Our Queen Church, 249 Savage St. Southington. A private burial will be held at St. Laurent's Cemetery, South Meriden, at the convenience of the family. Calling hours are Tuesday, March 9, from 4 to 7 at the funeral home.