Jane Driggers Proctor

1956 - 2017

Jane Driggers Proctor obituary, 1956-2017, Portland, OR

BORN

1956

DIED

2017

Jane Proctor Obituary

Jane Driggers Proctor
March 24, 1956 - April 17, 2017
Wife, Mother, Jockey, Friend.
Born to Charles R. and May Hanada Driggers in Portland, March 24, 1956. Jane was one the first women jockeys in America. Starting in 1972 as a 16 year old at Portland Meadows, Jane rode at racetracks up and down the West Coast. Her career included races won on horses from Seattle to Santa Anita. Jane retired in 1983, and in 1984 married horse trainer Harry A. "Hap" Proctor and started a family. They raised two boys, John and Ben, first in California and then in Florida as Hap became the farm manager for Glen Hill Farm in 1990.
Never one to sit still, Jane found two passions after raising their two sons, tennis and puppy raising. Through tennis she formed a cadre of life long friends who stood with her and supported her everyday throughout her illness and death. Encouraged by Hap, she became involved with Guide Dogs Foundation for the Blind. Beginning with "Ritz" she nurtured several dogs, beginning at 12 weeks until about 16 months when they where returned to New York for final training and pairing with their new owner.
Jane grew up and learned to ride in Canby. She graduated from Canby High in 1974. Jane is survived by her husband, Hap; sons, John and Ben; and brothers, Joe and Jed Driggers. A Celebration of Life will be held at 6 p.m., Saturday, April 26, 2017, at Glen Hill Farm, Ocala, Florida. Remembrances to Guide Dog Foundation for the Blind, 371 East Jericho Turnpike, Smithtown, NY 11787-2976.
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Published by The Oregonian from Apr. 21 to Apr. 23, 2017.
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I met Janie in 1969, we rode gaming horses in Oregon. She was the sweetest girl ever, so very sorry for your loss. But I am so glad that she started riding horses with Obrist's and got into racing, it was what she was born to do. Sending love and prayers!

Janie Quigley Westerhout

Friend

January 30, 2024

Rode with Jane at Portland Meadows. Wonderful to me as I broke my maiden. Encouraged me.

Mike Dixon

Work

December 11, 2021

Happy we we walked in time together Jane. The world is a better place because of you. Your spirit will shine on forever. May the wind be in your wings.

Karen Suarez

April 28, 2017

I'm heartbroken to hear of Jane's passing. My heart & prayers are with you Hap, your children & Jane's family.

Sharon loyd

April 25, 2017

I am deeply saddened by the news of Jane's passing. She lived life to its fullest and left you with precious memories. I hope those memories help ease your loss. My heart goes out to you.

Sue Ritter Anderegg

April 25, 2017

William Vassar

April 24, 2017

Thinking of you Hap.

Ann Bates

April 24, 2017

A beautiful life that made a difference in our imperfect world . If I close my eyes and shuffle through my memories of Jane, Her ingenuous smile is the first thing that I see.
In high school I was given the privilege of interviewing her.Sitting there, arm in a cast(Slight inconvenience) same smile, she would be Cheerleading at the game that night. So humble, "why is this all such a big deal"?
By the end of that interview, I was well aware of the change she was making and would continue to make. This would become part of her legacy She didn't change it by force, she changed it by doing what she wanted to do and could see no reason she couldn't.
Walk softly Jane heal yourself. We will wait to hear you Thunder!

Roxanne Gardner

April 24, 2017

My sincere condolences to all of Jane's family and friends. She will be sorely missed, but her memory will live in their hearts forever.

Susan Hasten

April 24, 2017

May God provide you strength in this most difficult time. The Graves of Gilmer.

Lynn Graves

April 24, 2017

Jane was a fierce competitor and loyal friend. She will be missed by our community, more than I can say.

Peggy Ray

April 24, 2017

An inspiration to all.

Cheryl Cunningham

April 23, 2017

I will always remember our talks poolside as our boys swam for the Marlins. You will be greatly missed.

Eileen Foos

April 23, 2017

I met her first day of first grade. Great friend and wonderful lady. She made such a positive impression on so many people. Amazing woman, and I will always miss her. Privilege to have known such a wonderful person.

Becky Osborne

April 23, 2017

Jane was way ahead of her time. I did not know her personally, but read about her achievements with inspiration and awewhich I pass on to my daughter and granddaughter. RIP

Steve Pearce

April 23, 2017

A pioneer for other female jocks who, after having busted her way thru to the top of the horseracing industry, has now busted her way thru the big pearly gates of Heaven in order to begin the next chapter of what will surely be, another amazing journey...Godspeed Jane Driggers Proctor

Anonymous Tennis Friend

April 22, 2017

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