Roger Proffitt

Roger Proffitt, 69, of Haven, passed away Sunday, April 14, 2024, surrounded by his family at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. He was born October 4, 1954, in Wichita, to Ralph and Rocena (Barb) Proffitt.
Roger graduated from Lennox High School in Inglewood, CA, and attended San Jose State University. He moved to Kansas in 1981, worked in retail sales, and retired as a night manager from Walmart.
Roger had a passion for sports that developed at an early age. He excelled playing football as a quarterback in high school, college as a Spartan, and during his time with the San Francisco 49ers. Everyone wanted to watch him throw the football, but no one wanted to catch it. Roger's love for the game continued throughout his lifetime. He also enjoyed music, gardening, and spending time with his family and loved ones.
Roger is survived by: his close friend, Cheryl Proffitt; nephews, Jeremy (Nicole) Moorman of Granville, IL, and Joshua (Lisa) Proffitt of Haven; nieces, Stephanie (Joel) Turner and ReAnna (Ben) Wolf, both of Wichita; great-nephews/nieces, Jared (Blair) Moorman, Kaegan Moorman, Victoria Moorman, Cole Proffitt, Connor Proffitt, Ethan Wolf, and Mattelyn Turner.
He was preceded in death by: his parents; brother, Greg Proffitt; and great-nephew, Dane Moorman.
Memorial service will be 2 p.m. Sunday, April 21, 2024, at Elliott Chapel. Friends may sign his memorial book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday thru Saturday at Elliott Mortuary. Cremation has taken place.
The service will be livestreamed and the link to view it will be active at 1:40 p.m. the day of the service.
Attendees are encouraged to wear their favorite football jersey/attire.
In lieu of flowers, to celebrate Roger's passion and encourage youth in the game, memorials may be made to Haven High School Football Program (make check payable to Haven High School and put "football" on memo line), in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.