Joel Glenn Friedel, 73, of Montgomery, Texas passed away on Sunday, December 9th, 2012, in Houston, Texas. His loving wife, Karen was with him, by his side and tended to his every need over the last few months of his life. He often remarked that she was the best nurse he could ever have.
Joel, son of Julius and Victoria Friedel, and brother of Dee Anne and Bobby, was born on February 19th, 1939 in Houston, Texas and attended Caddo High School in Oil City, Louisiana. After graduating from high school, Joel entered the Air Force, and was a member of the 32nd Air Force Refueling Squadron. While serving in England, he was stationed in Reepham and developed friendships that lasted a lifetime. Joel loved meeting people during his
Joel dedicated his life to helping those in need, especially children. He was a Director of Big Brothers, a member of the Shrine, and took pride in being in the clown unit, where he and his friends could be seen making balloon animals in the halls of the Shriner's Hospital and Oschner Clinic in New Orleans. For 35 years, Joel made sure that the children at the Shriner's Hospital had pumpkins to decorate for Halloween. His family will continue this tradition.
Joel was also a lifelong fan of the Houston sports teams, especially the Astros, Oilers, and recently the Texans. Joel often communicated with the owners and management of these teams, and took pride in collecting memorabilia and giving it to his grandsons. He was known for throwing a great Super Bowl party every year at his house for friends and family.
Joel is survived by Karen, his wife; Kelvin and Carol, son and daughter-in-law; Becky Gilbert, daughter; Nicholas, Bryan, and Brandon, grandsons; Dee Anne, sister; Big Boy (the rooster) and a number of chickens in the backyard, as well as their cat and parrot.
Services will be held at 1:30pm, Wednesday, December 19th, 2012 at Houston VA National Cemetery, 10410 Veterans Memorial Drive, Houston, TX 77038. Following the services, there will be a reception at their house in Montgomery, TX.
Instead of flowers, please make a donation to the Wounded Warrior Project or the Shriner's Hospital for Children.
Houston National Cemetery
Joel Glenn Friedel, 73, of Montgomery, Texas passed away on Sunday, December 9th, 2012, in Houston, Texas. His loving wife, Karen was with him, by his side and tended to his every need over the last few months of his life. He often remarked that she was the best nurse he could ever have.
Joel, son of Julius and Victoria Friedel, and brother of Dee Anne and Bobby, was born on February 19th, 1939 in Houston, Texas and attended Caddo High School in Oil City, Louisiana. After graduating from high school, Joel entered the Air Force, and was a member of the 32nd Air Force Refueling Squadron. While serving in England, he was stationed in Reepham and developed friendships that lasted a lifetime. Joel loved meeting people during his
travels and made the effort of keeping in touch with them for the rest of his life.
Joel dedicated his life to helping those in need, especially children. He was a Director of Big Brothers, a member of the Shrine, and took pride in being in the clown unit, where he and his friends could be seen making balloon animals in the halls of the Shriner's Hospital and Oschner Clinic in New Orleans. For 35 years, Joel made sure that the children at the Shriner's Hospital had pumpkins to decorate for Halloween. His family will continue this tradition.
Joel was also a lifelong fan of the Houston sports teams, especially the Astros, Oilers, and recently the Texans. Joel often communicated with the owners and management of these teams, and took pride in collecting memorabilia and giving it to his grandsons. He was known for throwing a great Super Bowl party every year at his house for friends and family.
Joel is survived by Karen, his wife; Kelvin and Carol, son and daughter-in-law; Becky Gilbert, daughter; Nicholas, Bryan, and Brandon, grandsons; Dee Anne, sister; Big Boy (the rooster) and a number of chickens in the backyard, as well as their cat and parrot.
Services will be held at 1:30pm, Wednesday, December 19th, 2012 at Houston VA National Cemetery, 10410 Veterans Memorial Drive, Houston, TX 77038. Following the services, there will be a reception at their house in Montgomery, TX.
Instead of flowers, please make a donation to the Wounded Warrior Project or the Shriner's Hospital for Children.
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Karin, I was saddened to hear of the loss of your dear husband. May God comfort you and give you peace.
So long neighbor! My God keep you and protect you.
Our hearts are with you Karen and family. Joel’s passing will not only leave a void in our lives, but in the hearts of everyone who knew him.
Hold tight to memories for comfort, lean on your friends for strength, and always remember how much you are loved. If there is anything that we can do to help you in anyway, please do not hesitate to call.
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Sherry & Ron Swasta
So sorry to hear of Joel's passing. Very sad to find out several months after the fact. I know he had a great life. I would love to find his former wife, Lulu Beth, and be in touch with Kelvin and Becky. I am her biological half-brother and the children's Uncle. Joel was very nice to me in rough times. I hope he rests in peace.
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