THOMASTON — Walter Joseph Brochu, Jr., 38, known to many as Joey, often nicknamed Wally, died peacefully, following a courageous battle with cancer, Tuesday, January 8, 2019, at Sussman Hospice House in Rockport.

A celebration of Joey’s life will be held from 1 to 4 p.m., Saturday, January 26, 2019, at the Masonic Temple in Thomaston.  

Interment will be held in the spring.

To read a full obituary or share a memory with Joey’s family, visit their Book of Memories at www.bchfh.com.  

Arrangements are in the care of Burpee, Carpenter and Hutchins Funeral Home, 110 Limerock Street, Rockland.