James Lewis Proffitt
James Lewis Proffitt
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James was born in Louisville, KY on February 17, 1961, a son of the late Sue (Bartley) Proffitt and James Lewis Proffitt, of Tompkinsville, KY.
He was a graduate of Tompkinsville High School Class of 1979. He worked as a Psychological Examiner He enjoyed dogs especially his beloved Oreo. He was fan of Bob Dylan and all types of music. He loved canoeing, cave exploring, hiking and being outdoors.
James is survived by his father, James Lewis "Jim" Proffitt, of Tompkinsville, KY, a sister, Julie Hibbett, and husband, Rob, of Florence, AL and a brother, Jonathan Proffitt, of Nashville, TN. Several nieces, nephews and extended family also survive.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 4th at Yokley Trible Funeral Home in Tompkinsville, KY, with burial to follow at Neal Cemetery.
Visitation will be held after 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday morning until the service time at 1:00 p.m. at Yokley Trible Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, donations in James' memory may be made to The Dream Factory Inc. | Make a Donation to The Dream Factory (networkforgood.org)
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Lani Ramos
September 3, 2024
Mr. James Proffitt was a dedicated person to the youth and families of Tennessee. He was a good-natured person, with a sense of humor. I was recipient of his teachings and his patience, and I am a better person for knowing him. May peace and comfort be with his family and loved ones during this time.
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Angel Stewart Jenkins
September 3, 2024
Mr. James Proffitt was incredibly passionate and dedicated to providing treatment and care to the children, youth, and families within the State of Tennessee. I had the pleasure of working with him many times over the past two years.
Working with Mr. Proffitt always seemed to lighten the day and bring a smile to my face, as he always had a humble, upbeat nature about him, as if you had known him your whole life. He will be missed by so many that knew him and greatly missed by those among us who had not had the opportunity to meet him.
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of Mr. Proffitt; may you find comfort and peace during this time.
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