Age 89

Beloved husband of Clare for 65 years.  Dear father of Robert (Joann), Judy, Charlie (Teresa), and Mary Ellen (Edward) Proffitt.  Grandfather of Nicole (Ryan) Schmidt, Vanessa, Robby (Angel), and Kyle Proffitt. Great grandfather of Logan, Lucas, Eva, Urijah, Lillian, and Delaney.

Visitation Friday 2 pm - 8 pm with a 7 pm Rosary at the John N. Santeiu & Son Funeral Home. In state Saturday 9:30 am followed by the 10 am Funeral Service at St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church (formerly St. Raphael), 31530 Beechwood, Garden City (Just North of Ford Rd. off Merriman).