Joe M . Favier

Joseph M. Favier, age 72, was received into the arms of Christ on June 10, 2023. Joe lived a life that he loved. He will long be remembered as a loving son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, veteran, volunteer, coach, leader and friend. At 18 months old, Joe was adopted by the Wallace (Si) and Augusta (Gussie) Gagnepain family of Perryville. From them he learned of unconditional love, acceptance and the blessing of family. He went through life reaching out to others, accepting others, supporting, comforting and giving, knowing that the Lord had given him many blessings. Joe was a practicing Catholic with a strong devotion to Mary. He graduated from St. Vincent High school in 1968. Through the years he was very active in the SV Alumni Association. Upon graduating high school Joe went to trade school to become a certified electrician. Joe served our country in the United States Army from 1970 - 1972. Joe married his soul mate, the former Patricia Walter on May 23, 1975. They were blessed with 48 years of marriage. She survives along with Joe's pride and joy, his two children; Natalie and Ben. As a successful entrepreneur, he loved working with his son Ben in their family wholesale distribution business. He loved spending time with his daughter Natalie. He was delighted to welcome Jon White into the family and had a special relationship with him and his three grandchildren; Jocelyn, Jordan & Jackson White. Surviors include his wife, Pat (Watler) Favier of Perryville; daughter, Natalie (Jon) White of Chesterfield, MO; son, Ben Favier of Perryville; three grandchildren, Jocelyn White, Jordon White, Jackson White of Chesterfield, MO; brother, Father John Gagnepain, C.M. of Perryville, MO; sister, Lucy Brenner of Morrison, MO; sister-in-laws, Sue Pierce of Perryville, Frankie (Jim) Erlacker of Kansas City, MO, Pam (Denny) Cattoor of Perryville, MO, Lisa (Jim) Best of Perryville; brother-in-law, Mel (Barb) Walter of St. Albans, MO; fifteen nieces and nephews and many great nieces and nephews. He was preceeded in death by his parents; brother, Eugene Gagnepain; sister-in-law, Peggy Gagnepain; brother-in-law, Tony Brenner; father-in-law, Glennon "Bud" Walter; mother-in-law, Stella Walter. With his adventurous spirit and kind heart, Joe was many things to many people. From former Little League baseball players to high school football players they will say they have lost the man who inspired them. Friends will say they have lost their leader of fishing and golf outings as well as trips to Mizzou football games. Family and extended family members will say they have lost their shepherd while God has said, Alleluia, Joe your home! Visitation will be from 9:15 am to 11:00 am, with Rosary Recital at 11am on Saturday June 17, 2023 at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church in Perryville. Funeral Mass will follow at 11:30 am with Fr. John Gagnepain, C.M. & Fr. Pat Mullin officiating. Military Honors will be provided by the Delta Team and American Legion Post #133. Burial will be at Mt. Hope Cemetery in Perryville. Memorial Contributions may be given to The Association of The Miraculous Medal or The St. Vincent Alumni Association. Online Condolences may be made at www.fordandyoungfuneralhome.com Ford & Young Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Joe M . Favier

September 2, 1950 - June 10, 2023