Thomas Loy Proffer

Thomas Loy Proffer was born on July 9, 1963 and unfortunately passed on March 13, 2023 due to heart complications. Tom graduated from Genesee High School in 1981, and attended Ferris State University. Tom was a Journeyman electrician, and was the first-born son to Jerry and Linda (Shears) Proffer. Tom loved to hunt, fish, and tell stories at every family event including the infamous “Proffer Corn Roast,” and Christmas parties. Everyone that knew Tom, knew that you wouldn’t ever be able to stray away from his cheesy jokes, faithful enthusiasm for life, and nonstop love for his family and God. Tom was a pillar in teaching the young children of his family about his Savior, as well as about conspiracies such as how to hunt down Bigfoot. Surviving Tom, is Linda Proffer (Mother), Eric Proffer (Brother), Carla (Sister-in-Law), Kelli Derr (Proffer, Sister), Todd (Brother-in-Law), seven nieces and nephews, and five great nieces and nephews. Tom was preceded in death by his father, Jerry Proffer and great niece, Neveah Anton.

A visitation for Thomas will be held Thursday, March 16, 2023 from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Brown Funeral Home, 1480 E. Hill Rd. Grand Blanc, Michigan. A funeral service will occur Friday, March 17, 2023 at 11:00 AM at St. Mark Lutheran Church,5073 Daly Blvd,Flint, Michigan 48506 Interment will occur Flint Memorial Park Mount Morris, Michigan.

*In respect to the family, please wear your favorite flannel shirt in order to honor Tom, he wouldn’t want it any other way*

In lieu of flowers, memorial contribution can be accepted on the family’s behalf and mailed to 5449 Woodlawn Dr, Flint, 48506*

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.brownfh.com for the Proffer family.