Joseph (Joe) Lawrence Brockamp

Joseph (Joe) Lawrence Brockamp, of Springfield, passed away on Sunday, July 2, 2023, at 2:10 p.m. at Springfield Memorial Hospital. He was 73. Joe was born on September 16, 1949, in Taylorville, IL, the son of Leo and Marjorie (Langen) Brockamp of Morrisonville. He attended Catholic and public schools in Morrisonville and graduated from Morrisonville High School in 1967. In 1969, he earned as associate’s degree from Springfield College in IL, and in 1971, he graduated with a degree in Agriculture business from Southern Illinois University in Carbondale.

On October 1, 1976, Joe married Bonnie Lynn Wade, and together their raised their daughter and son, Beth and Rob in Springfield. Joe was an active member of the community and served as treasurer for 25+ years for the Mary Bryant Home for the Blind, Noon Lions Club, and the Firefighters-Postal Club. He was also a member of the Knights of Columbus Council 4175 and St. Agnes Parish.

Joe began his professional business career as an accountant with Complex Business Services in Springfield. He eventually purchased the business from his mentor and business partner Cornelia Hodges in the early 1980s. In the late 1980s, Complete Business Services were acquired by Sikich Gardner and Company, which is now Sikich, LLP. Joe worked many years at Sikich and earned the respect and a reputation of excellence from both his associates and clients.

He is survived by his wife, Bonnie; daughter, Beth (Kirk) Petrowski of Springfield; granddaughter, Aunna Beranek of Springfield; brothers, John (Marla) Brockamp and Dale (Kendra) Brockamp, both Morrisonville; and brother-in-law, Brad (Marcia) Wade of Lincoln, NE. He also leaves behind several nieces, nephews, and cousins who loved him very much. He was preceded in death by his son, Rob Brockamp; parents, Leo and Marge Brockamp; in-laws, Bob and Grace Wade; and brother, Phil Brockamp.

Cremation will be provided by Butler Cremation Tribute Center prior to ceremonies.

Memorial Gathering: Family will receive friends from 4:00 until 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 12, 2023, at Butler Funeral Home-Springfield, 900 S. Sixth St., Springfield.

Funeral Mass: 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, July 13, 2023, at St. Agnes Catholic Church, 245 N. Amos Avenue, Springfield, with Rev. Daniel J. Bergbower, celebrant. Burial will follow at Oak Ridge Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Mary Bryant Home for the Blind, 2960 Stanton St., Springfield, IL 62703.

The family is being served by Butler Funeral Home-Springfield, 900 S. Sixth St., Springfield.