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Bruce D. Protzman

August 4, 1925 — November 25, 2018

Caseville

Bruce D. Protzman, 93, of Caseville, died Sunday, November 25, 2018 at Huron County Medical Care Facility in Bad Axe.

Bruce was born at home in Elkton on August 4, 1925 to the late Delcon and Catherine (Hazel) Protzman.  He graduated from Elkton High School in 1943 and enlisted in the US Army, serving in Japan during World War II.  He married Evelyn Look August 19, 1950 at Hayes Methodist Church; she preceded him in death on July 19, 2017.

He was a retired lifelong diary farmer, active in his industry and community.  He was formerly involved with the MMPA, TAT Board, Chandler Twp Zoning Board, Caseville American Legion, Hayes United Methodist Church and various other dairy boards.

He is survived by his children Lynn (Al) Retlewski of Cadillac and Gary (Deann) Protzman of Caseville; grandchildren Bonnie Retlewski, Greg (Katherine) Retlewski, Evie (Jack) Kamphouse, Nick Protzman, Kyle (Katie) Protzman and Krista (Nicholas) Leipprandt; 16 great-grandchildren; and brother Robert (Patricia) Protzman of Georgia.

Funeral services will be Noon Friday at the Hayes United Methodist Church with Rev. Matthew Chapman officiating.  Burial will be in Riverside Cemetery, Elkton.  Visitation will be 2-7 Thursday at the Champagne Funeral Chapel in Elkton.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Hayes United Methodist Church.

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