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David Proffitt

1944 - 2026

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David Proffitt Obituary

David Proffitt

April 9, 1944 - January 31, 2026

Kansas City, Missouri - David Allen Proffitt, age 81, passed away January 31, 2026 in Kansas City, Missouri.

Visitation will be held Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 9am at St. Agnes Catholic Church, Roeland Park, KS, followed by a Memorial Mass at 10am. Inurnment at Resurrection Catholic Cemetery. To view the full obituary or leave a message for the family, visit www.Penwellgabelkc.com

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Published by Kansas City Star from Feb. 2 to Feb. 8, 2026.

Memorial Events
for David Proffitt

Feb

24

Visitation

9:00 a.m.

St. Agnes Catholic Church

5250 Mission Rd, Roeland Park, KS 66205

Feb

24

Service

10:00 a.m.

St. Agnes Catholic Church

5250 Mission Rd, Roeland Park, KS 66205

Funeral services provided by:

Penwell-Gabel Cremations, Funerals & Receptions - Olathe

14275 Black Bob Rd., Olathe, KS 66062

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