Joe Josserand passed away peacefully on December 29, 2022, after a long battle with cancer. He was 73 years old. Born on July 30, 1949, and raised in San Antonio, Texas, he was the middle child of Thomas and Alice (Michaud) Josserand. After graduating from Thomas Jefferson High, he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. After basic training, he was stationed at Quantico, Virginia. While stationed at Quantico, Joe was set up on a blind date with his future wife of 50 years, Grace Aldrich. Joe and Grace married in 1972, and after Joe was honorably discharged from the Marines, they relocated to Billings, Montana, to start their family. Joe and Grace moved to Colstrip, where they raised their three daughters. Joe was a member of the pipefitters union, and his work took him all over the western United States. He retired from Talen energy in 2012. An avid outdoorsman, Joe loved hunting deer and elk in Custer National Forest and fishing anywhere he could cast a line – but he could most often be found on Tongue River Reservoir or Castle Rock Lake. He was an active member of the Moose Lodge and the American Legion.
Joe is survived by his wife Grace, daughters Tana (Brad), Ryan, and Morgan (Kenneth); three grandchildren, Finneus, Emilia, and Myra; brother Frank and sister Sondra. He was preceded in death by his parents.
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pat riedel says
Grace & family
so sad to hear of Joe’s passing. he was a very good man and will be missed by all who knew him
Pat & George Riedel
monty erickson says
Joe’s family so sorry I worked with Joe for years as a pipefitter he was a good man and a skilled craftsman God has a good one Monty Erickson
Shelly Holum says
Sending prayers to all of Joe’s family.
Candice Godfrey says
Glenn and I are so sad to learn of Joe’s passing. He fought a good fight. Hugs and prayers sent your way.
Kathy & Ed LaDuke says
Morgan, sending prayers for you amd your family.
Marilyn and Lyle Dorn says
He will be so Missed. Joe was such a good person. Hugs and prayers of comfort to all his family.
Marilyn and Lyle Dorn says
Joe will be truly missed. He was such a wonderful man. Hugs and prayers of comfort to his family
Mary Holzwarth says
Grace & Family. So sorry to hear of Joe’s passing. We shared many good times and much laughter during the time we worked together, at the plant. He was a good guy. You are all in my thoughts & prayers.
Nancy Franklin says
Grace and family, my heart goes out to you all over the loss of your partner, Dad and grandpa. Prayers for comfort and healing 💕 Nancy Franklin
Gunnares says
Much love to the Josserand family. We are thinking of you and hope the memories you have made will help you. Loved having his three daughters!
Deborah Peters says
Grace, Tana, Ryan, Morgan, and families;
Our sincerest condolences. Pete worked around Joe for many years and always admired his helpfulness and professionalism. Hold tightly to all the memories. – Deb & Pete Peters
Steve Perusich says
So sorry to hear of the loss of Joe, he will always be a fond memory for me. He was a pleasure to work with and quit a card. RIP Joe, sending many prayers and blessings for him,Grace and all of the family,🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻❤️
Jeff and Kathy Pimley says
Grace and family, our thoughts and prayers go out to you. Joe was such a kind hearted man and he will be missed by all
Judy Hayworth says
My love and my prayers are with you all.
Doug & Debbie Skiles says
Grace, Tana, Ryan, Morgan and families,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Joe was a good guy. He will be missed. Thinking of you all. Love, Hugs and Prayers.
Jan Hartmann says
Grace, Tana, Ryan and Morgan my heart goes out to you. I have many good memories of Joe from Colstrip. Sending hugs and prayers to all of you.
Lu Shomate/Dave Hensel says
Grace, Mo, Tana, and Ryan – so very sorry to hear of the loss of Joe! I never saw Joe without a huge smile and a kind word. Heaven gained another Angel. Thinking of you all, sending our love and prayers. Hugs!
Robert Ponce says
My love and prayers are with you all had the honor and privilege working with Joe a good man loved his sense of humor RIP my brother
Sue Mestad says
Grace, Tana, Ryan and Mosie~our thoughts are with you all at this sad time. RIP Joe.
Melinda Formanek says
Grace and family–
So sorry for your loss. We were saddened to hear of Joe’s passing.
Chad and Melinda Formanek
Eugene Wier says
Via con Dio mi amigo.
Darrell Brabec says
Sad news in hearing of Joe’s passing. Enjoyed visiting and working with Joe for so many years. Glenda and I are praying for all the family in this difficult time.