Joseph Brietzke went to be with the Lord on February 5, 2018 at the age of 83. He is preceded in death by his parents, Otto and Mary Brietzke; brother, Otto Brietzke, Jr.; sister, Maydell Brietzke. Joseph is survived by his sister Ruth Carrola; niece, Bridgett Lee; nephew, Brett Lee. Visitation will begin 5:00 pm Friday, February 9, 2018 at Roy Akers Funeral Home, 515 N. Main Ave. with a 7:00 pm Rosary. A 11:00 am Graveside service will be held on Saturday, February 10, 2018 at Hermann Sons Cemetery 401 S. New Braunfels Ave. 78203.