Dean A. Proffitt

Dean A. Proffitt, 62, of Wabash, Indiana passed away at 3:30 p.m. on Thursday, June 16, 2016 at Parkview of Wabash. He was born on September 19, 1953 in Wabash County, Indiana to the late David J. Proffitt and Vivian (Ogan) Proffitt, his mother survives in Wabash, Indiana.

He was a Southwood High School graduate, class of 1971. Dean was a general contractor and an excellent carpenter. He enjoyed refinishing antique furniture. Dean loved his family and spending time with his grandchildren.

Dean is also survived by a son, Kevin (Kassandra) Proffitt of Nappanee, Indiana; brothers, Dan Proffitt (Donna) of LaFontaine, Indiana and Roy Proffitt (Janel) of Peru, Indiana; sister, Mrs. Delores (Edward) Welsh of Hamilton, Ohio; and grandchildren, Kasyn, David, Emma and Taya Poffitt.

Funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, June 21, 2016 at McDonald Funeral Home, LaFontaine Chapel 104 S. Main Street, LaFontaine, Indiana 46940, with Pastor Terry Hinds. Burial will follow at the LaFontaine IOOF Cemetery in LaFontaine, Indiana.

Visitation for family and friends will be from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. on Monday, June 20, 2016 at the funeral home. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.mcdonaldfunerals.com