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Jane Proffitt Obituary
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
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Debbie Padgett Crawford
December 4, 2020
She was my Sunday school teacher and helped me on my way to Christ.
Deborah Crawford
December 6, 2019
I still love Miss Jane. What an amazing woman. I still use the book marker she gave me 1965. Debbie Padgett crawford
Charles Cosby Jr.
December 26, 2009
Jane was a sweet and loving person .She was a spiritual lady who was devoted to her family , job and church.She will be missed. Charles and Cathy Cosby
Rita Richardson Mohler
December 11, 2009
God has welcomed a special person home. I worked with her and Jackie at First and Merchants in the early 60s I will miss visiting with her this Christmas. She was a loving, caring person and a devoted Christian influence in the lives of many. She will be missed.
Rita Mohler, Jacksonville, Florida
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Gracie Stout
December 10, 2009
Miss Jane was a sweet,caring,loving person. Will be missed. Gracie Stout and Sean Stout
Marilyn Smith
December 10, 2009
Miss Jane was a wonderful soul. Our family has known her since we were children; as she taught all of us in Sunday School at some point in our lives. Myself, my husband and both my children learned so much from Miss Jane and she will always be in our hearts.
Judy Kaufelt
December 10, 2009
Miss Jane taught my husband in Sunday School and he is now 67 years old. She taught our children who are now 44 years old and 40 years old. She taught my grandchildren who are 21 years old to 10 years old. What a great teacher she was. By example she lead her life for others to see that the christian life is a happy life, bless life and your rewards are in heaven. I shall miss her dearly and I hope through my teaching sunday school and example is a tribute to Miss Jane.
Roy & Judy Kaufelt and Family
Troy Cunningham
December 10, 2009
I am sorry to see Miss Jane leave us here but know now she is in a much better place. I will always hold a special place in my heart and life for her not only as my Sunday School teacher but also a kind friend. Many of my church family often wondered why she, Fannie & Jackie called me "Hamburg" -- well here is the rest of the story...Many times whether after church or really any day of the week that my family may have stopped into the McDonalds on Broad St., we would frequently see Miss Jane, Fannie & Jackie there and we would go sit with them not only to enjoy our "Hamburg"ers but each other's company as well so they began calling me "Hamburg" everytime they would see me, church included! :-) I will always keep these fond memories near and dear to me. I will miss you but I know I will see you again one day!
"Hamburg" Troy Cunningham
Eva Ingram
December 10, 2009
I remember the smile of Jane Proffitt back in the days with her friend Jackie Stallings and others in their department. I wish to extend to the family my deepest sympathy. Hold on to the precious memories. May God continute to bless you all.
Debbie Padgett
December 10, 2009
Miss Jane will always be in my heart. She lead me to God and sat behind me as i went up in church that sunday morning.In her wallet she carried my brother's picture when he was a young boy. What a kind gift God gave us all who knew her.
Debbie Padgett
Derek Stamey
December 9, 2009
Miss Jane was my Sunday School teacher when I was 10 and 11 years old. As a 30 year old man with children of my own, I can now fully appreciate the lessons she taught me. I am greatful for the time I spent with her. Miss Jane's service to her church family serves as a great example to us all. Our loss is heaven's gain.
Pam Martin
December 9, 2009
I have known Jane for 61 years - I am 63 years old now - so Jane has
watched me grow from a little child into a mature adult. I met Jane & her Mother and Jackie through Jane's Grandmother - who lived near me. Her Grandmother - Grandma Mallory " was everyone's grandmother.
I will always remember Jane as being such a beautiful and wonderful
Christian lady. She loved her Lord to it's fullest. She always had a
smile and a pleasant word for everyone around her. Jane was such a kind & caring lady and knew no strangers. She would try to help anyone who needed help. She was dedicated throughout her whole life to taking care of her beloved Mother. Jane was always a Lady and
always put others before herself.
Even in Jane's own illness in her last years - she still attended Church
services whenever she could. She was dedicated to serving her Lord
in whatever direction He guided her. She was always so concerned about today's young people and offered her caring and guidance to
those with whom she came in contact. Her Christian Faith made a
deep impression on me my entire life. She was an amazing example
of one of God's children - who used her own life as an example for us
to follow.
Jackie, I know you will miss your beloved friend -- you were like sisters. You were a Faithful Friend to Jane and to her Mother right up until the end. May God Bless and comfort you with His Love.
We will miss Jane - but thank God that she is no longer suffering or
struggling. Although she was sick for a number of years - she was
never a complaining person - she just always put her Faith in God.
She will be missed by so many. God held her in His arms on Tuesday and carried her to her Heavenly Home - where she now is
free of any pain or discomfort - her body has been made whole. Jane
has accomplished her goal of her lifetime - to be in her Heavenly Home. She has served her God well. She has completed her mission here on this earth. She is now at Peace.
May God Bless Jane's Family and Friends with His Comfort and His
Blessings.
May God Bless.
Pam Martin
Richmond, Virginia
Pam Martin
December 9, 2009
I have known Jane for 61 years - I am 63 years old now - so Jane has
watched me grow from a little child into a mature adult. I met Jane & her Mother and Jackie through Jane's Grandmother - who lived near me. Her Grandmother - " Grandma Mallory " was everyone's grandmother.
I will always remember Jane as being such a beautiful and wonderful
Christian lady. She loved her Lord to it's fullest. She always had a
smile and a pleasant word for everyone around her. Jane was such a kind & caring lady and knew no strangers. She would try to help anyone who needed help. She was dedicated throughout her whole life to taking care of her beloved Mother. Jane was always a Lady and
always put others before herself.
Even in Jane's own illness in her last years - she still attended Church
services whenever she could. She was dedicated to serving her Lord
in whatever direction He guided her. She was always so concerned about today's young people and offered her caring and guidance to
those with whom she came in contact. Her Christian Faith made a
deep impression on me my entire life. She was an amazing example
of one of God's children - who used her own life as an example for us
to follow.
Jackie, I know you will miss your beloved friend -- you were like sisters. You were a Faithful Friend to Jane and to her Mother right up until the end. May God Bless and comfort you with His Love.
We will miss Jane - but thank God that she is no longer suffering or
struggling. Although she was sick for a number of years - she was
never a complaining person - she just always put her Faith in God.
She will be missed by so many. God held her in His arms on Tuesday and carried her to her Heavenly Home - where she now is
free of any pain or discomfort - her body has been made whole. Jane
has accomplished her goal of her lifetime - to be in her Heavenly Home. She has served her God well. She has completed her mission here on this earth. She is now at Peace.
May God Bless Jane's Family and Friends with His Comfort and His
Blessings.
May God Bless.
Pam Martin
Richmond, Virginia
Aunt Jane will be missed and live in our hearts forever.
December 9, 2009
Sonja Recco
December 9, 2009
Our sincere condolances to a wonderful women. Jane always had a smile and a warm greeting for every one she came in contact with. Although we can not attend the services she will be in our thoughts and prayers. The Reccos
Ken Rice
December 9, 2009
I worked with Jane for many years, and I will always remember her dedication to excellence and how hard she worked to provide the best customer service possible.
In addition to her work, she was totally dedicated to caring for her mother for many years.
Jane was a true lady and a joy to work with and know.
Sheryl Carter
December 9, 2009
I would like to offer my condolences to Miss Proffit's family and friends. She was my supervisor at Sovran Bank and I will always remember her as a true lady and the epitome of class and kindness.
Judy Jarrett
December 9, 2009
Miss Jane was a wonderful, kind, and loving lady. She always had a smile for everyone and a positive attitude. She loved life and the people around her. Miss Jane taught both of my daughters in Sunday School and they loved her very much. Her dedication to her church and to the care of her mother are wonderful examples for us all. I will miss her very much.
Judy Jarrett
Jean Harkey Eddleton
December 9, 2009
I was honored to finally meet Jane,my cousin.My sister Joan McGarry found her and kept her in her heart and is now heartbroken she did not have more time with her.She was such a sweet and beautiful woman.May GOd surround her loved ones with peace.Know you are in my prayers.Amazing woman will be missed. Jean Harkey Eddleton
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