Charles Edward Proffitt

Charles Edward Proffitt obituary

Charles Edward Proffitt

Charles Proffitt Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Lancaster Funeral & Cremation Services - Louisburg Chapel on Jul. 28, 2025.

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Charles Edward Proffitt, Jr., 49, passed away on July 27, 2025. Charles was born on October 30, 1975 to the late Charles Sr. and Carolyn Elliott Proffitt. In addition to his parents, Charles was preceded in death by a brother, Brian James; and a niece, Brittany Marie.

Charles is survived by his wife, Patsy Williamson Proffitt; his son, Justin Proffitt; step-son, Zachary Williamson; his sisters, Anita Tuck (Ben Satterwhite), and Elizabeth Welborn; his nephews, Bradley Welborn, Danny Tanner (Kaleigh Dickerson), and Andrew Shearin; a niece, Ashley Burnette (Skylar); a great nephew, Jordan Tanner; and great nieces, Sapphire and Ava Burnette.

Charles Jr. had a good sense of humor, he loved to make people laugh. His hobbies were fishing, playing cards, and he loved to watch wrestling. He protected his loved ones. He also loved to cook and to eat. Jr. enjoyed going to the beach to fish. His favorite sports were football and basketball. He was a loving husband, son, brother, uncle,dad, stepdad, and great-uncle.

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