Joseph H. Protsman, age 74, passed away on September 14, 2024.  Joe was born in Beatrice, Nebraska on May 17, 1950, to Joseph and Anna Protsman.  He was in the United States Marines from 1970-1976 and in the United States Army from 1976-1987.  His medals, badges, citations include the following: U.S. Marine Corps-National Defense Medal, Vietnam Service Medal with two stars, Rifle Marksman Badge, Good Conduct Medal.  U.S. Army-Army Achievement Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Army Service Ribbon/Overseas Service Ribbon (3), Non-Commissioned Officers Professional Development Ribbon (2), Meritorious Unit Commendation, Good Conduct Medal, Expert Qualification Badge (M16).

Joe enjoyed walking around town and talking to many people along the way.  He was a truck mechanic by profession and a car mechanic for family and friends.  He also enjoyed fishing.

He is preceded in death by his parents; two sisters, Marilyn McCammond and Ester Choitz, one daughter, Martha and one son, Lewis.

He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Connie; sister, Frances Johnson; son, Robert S. Protsman; grandchildren: Morgan Powell, Danny Protsman and Robert Protsman, II; great granddaughter, Chandler; many nieces, and nephews.

Funeral services will be held Wednesday, September 18, 2024 at 11:30 a.m. at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Jim Reese and Bro. Don Davis officiating.   Interment will follow in the Alabama State Veterans Memorial Cemetery with full military honors.

Visitation will be held Wednesday, September 18, 2024 from 10:30 a.m. until service time at 11:30 a.m. at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home.

Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.