Joseph K. Brenot, 85, of Fremont, passed away at his home on October 4, 2022. Joe was born on December 25, 1936, in Columbus, OH to Keith and Nina (Shank) Brenot. He was a 1955 graduate of Columbus West High School. Joe then joined the US Naval Reserve in 1954 and was called to active duty from June 1955 to July 1957.
Joe married Rita White on February 2, 1959, in Columbus and she preceded him in death on December 10, 2017. His work began at Columbia Gas, starting in 1958 in Columbus OH. Joe’s job transferred him to Newark, OH in 1969, in the marketing department, and then to Fremont in 1980, where he was promoted to manager and retired in 1992. He worked as a manager for Connor Park in Ballville Township for several years. Joe was a member of Westgate Masons #623 where he served as a Grand Lodge, 32nd Degree. He served as the United Way Chairman in 1985 in Fremont, OH, a member of the Fremont Rotary, a member of the Board of Chamber of Commerce and Board of Fremont Economic Development. Joe enjoyed going to auctions with his wife and worked with several auctioneers. He was an avid bass fisherman and was in several fishing clubs. Most of all, Joe cherished spending time with family and friends.
Joe is survived by his children; Scott (Tammy) Brenot, Westerville, OH, and Larry (Sara), Fremont, OH, his grandson; Justin Brenot, his great grandchildren; Kaydee and Jaykob, and his sister-in-law; Donna Doran.
He is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Rita Brenot and granddaughter; Brittany Nicole Brenot.
It was Joe’s wishes to have no services.
A private burial will take place at a later date at Sunset Memorial Cemetery in Galloway, OH.
Memorials can be made to the Make a Wish Foundation or the Fremont Ross Athletic Boosters.
Arrangements are entrusted to Wonderly Horvath Hanes Funeral Home and Crematory, Fremont, OH.
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Cindi Lehan
My deepest condolences to the entire family ..,if there is anything you all need don’t hesitate to call me.
Darlyn Annette Neikirk
I’m so sad, it was a honor caring for your father at Bellevue Hospital. He brightened my day. He reminded me so much of my own dad he made me laugh. I am so sorry for your lose but so glad he made it home as he wished. Many prayers to you all. I was his special person in the ICU…
Bob Hammer
So sorry for loss. He was a special guy. We owned Fremont Athletic Supply and he work with us at our annual sale, he could sell anything. Our ball teams helped him with the ball fields at the park and the kids always called him Ranger Joe. He will be remembered by many!!
Kathy Stout
Larry and Family,
My sincerest sympathies to you all.
I met Joe many years ago.
(Aaron Roosen’s mom-in-law)
Steve Karlovetz
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this very difficult time! Joe will be greatly missed!
The EZ shop crew
Kristen Kirkendall
Joe I will forever cherish our friendship and the memories you shared with me. Bonding with you over our grief brought us together. The world needed more people like you, smart, caring, and considerate. I am so sorry for the pain your family is going through with losing you. You were like a grandpa to me when I had lost my grammy and my dad I will miss the most the phone calls and hearing you say hows my best friend? I wish i could’ve heard a million more stories about how beautiful Rita was and how much you loved her. I wish I could’ve sat with you a little longer watching the great scenery from your bay window and have one more cup of coffee together. Happy veterans day today I’ll set aside a french onion soup special for you as it was your favorite!!!! Veterans day at applebees wont be the same without you!!! Even when you couldnt make it in I was still able to spend some part of veterans day with you by stopping by and bringing you your soup. I just keep rambling and say so many things…. but your family is so lucky to have lived a life with you. Thank you for your patriotism, service and friendship… I love and miss you very much!!