At the age of 83, Joseph Luke Palotta, MD went home to be with the LORD surrounded by his family.
He is survived by his wife, Martha Lee; daughters, Michelle (Kent) and Christen Lee (Patrick); grandchildren, Katherine, Caroline, Pierce, and Austin; brothers, John (Alvine) and Anthony (Cindy); as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his son, Micah, and his parents, Joe and Annie Palotta.
Dr. Palotta served in the military, and practiced Psychiatry for 47 years. He wrote 4 books on Christian psychiatry and a book on medical hypnosis. He had a love of music. His family will be forever grateful for the love and laughter he added to their lives!