William Frederick Protzman of Little Rock, Arkansas, formerly of Port Charlotte, Florida and Avon, Connecticut passed away on Sunday, November 27, 2016 at the age of 89 at his home.
Bill was born to parents Edward and Grace Protzman on April 29, 1927 in Wheeling, West Virginia. He enlisted in the Marines and was a graduate of Carnegie-Mellon University and University of Connecticut earning an MBA. He had a successful career with United Technologies, Pratt & Whitney Aircraft in East Hartford, Connecticut.
Bill is survived by his wife, Roberta, daughter, Claudia Protzman Barone (Gary) of Little Rock, son, Timothy William Protzman of Hamden, Connecticut, two grandchildren and one great grandchild. He is preceded in death by his first wife and mother of his children, Martha Stiles Protzman.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial gift to the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, College of Nursing, Nicholas P. Lang and Helen F. Lang Chair, 4301 West Markham Street Slot 529, Little Rock, AR 72205. Cremation Arrangements Entrusted to Arkansas Cremation. www.ArkansasCremation.com.
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