Joseph F. Brickler, 85, passed away August 9, 2016. He was born September 9, 1930 to Herman J. and Anna C. (Donahoe) Brickler. Joe and his beloved wife, Jean, were married 65 years. He was a father of eight, grandfather of 15, and great grandfather of 12. Joe and Jean were members of St. Christopher Catholic Church and longtime residents of Brownsburg, IN. He worked for Wishard Hospital for 37 years retiring in 1992. He served in the U.S. Army from 1949-1953. Joe enjoyed good food, woodworking, playing euchre and socializing with family and friends. Survivors include his wife, Jean (Pearl); children, Joe (Brenda), Dan, Jeanette, Martha (Rusty) Parker, Sarah (E. John II) Schneider, Carol Miller, Mary (Michael) Osburn and Emily Kempski. Joe was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Barbara Ubelhor; brother, Thomas J. Brickler; and grandson, John Brickler. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly asks that memorial contributions be made to St. Christopher Catholic Church, 5301 West 16th St., Speedway, IN, 46224