John Daryl “Jack” Breault, age 92, of Hudson died Friday January 5, 2024 at Cambridge Senior Living in Hudson. He was born February 12, 1931 in Somerset, Wisconsin the son of Fabeola & Lloyd Breault. He moved to Hudson when he was nine years old, and attended St. Patricks School and graduated in 1946. He attended Hudson High School and graduated in 1950 after lettering in football, basketball, boxing and track. He was a member of 1948 Middle Border Championship. He participated in student council. Jack attended River Falls University in 1950. He was a member for three years of the 32nd Division National Guard. He enlisted in the US Air Force in 1951 to 1953. He completed basic training at Lackland Air Force Base. Jack went to medic school at Naval Training in Chicago Illinois, then was assigned to New Castle Air Base in Wilmington, Delaware.

Jack married Willetta Audrey Hope in Wilmington. They returned to Hudson in 1953 and he returned to River Falls University. He started employment at 3M in 1956 and retired in 1992 as manager in sales & marketing.

Jack was active in local politics. He served on Hudson City Council. He was Hudson Mayor for 14 years. He started the St. Croix Business Park, and. Later served as its president. He served on County Board and School Board 1994-1995.

He will be missed by his  four children: Greg, Steve, Gary & Carolyn; grandchildren; great-grandchildren, and sisters.

Visitation 1-3 PM with Memorial Service 3 PM Wednesday January 10 at O’Connell Funeral Home, 520 S. 11th St. Hudson. Urn Placement Bethel Highlands Columbarium. Memorials preferred.