of West Memphis, AR

February 2, 1935 - February 8, 2026

Bobby Wayne Proffitt was born February 2, 1935, in rural Whitton, Mississippi County, Arkansas to the late William Trexler and Agnes Alene Birdsell Proffitt and passed from this life on Feb 8th, 2026, in Jonesboro Arkansas.

He attended Whitton school and Wilson high school. Bobby proudly served in the U.S. Navy from 1953 to 1973. He was a faithful member of First Baptist Church West Memphis. He is survived by his children, Alan (Linda) W. Proffitt, Brian (Lisa) W. Proffitt, John J. Proffitt, David (Libbie) N. Ross, Laura (Britt) J. Estes, and Dana (Nick) L. Wheatley; brothers Thomas E. Proffitt, Don G. Proffitt and Berry J. Proffitt; sisters, Jackie N. Hill and Sharon K. Howard and many grandchildren and great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife Linda Marie Griffin (Ross) Proffitt; his son David W. Proffitt; brothers Billy W. Proffitt, Winfred T. Proffitt, Willis R. Proffitt, Raymond D. Proffitt and sisters Betty J. Robertson, and Karon F. McGuire.

Bobby owned several businesses through the years including Old South Nursery and Broadway Nursery selling plants and trees to those in the West Memphis area. Later, he owned Bob's Delta Icehouse for many years. He was a very hands-on person, very skilled in the trades whether it was plumbing, electrical, painting or anything else that was needed. Later in life, his passion was genealogy and helping others research their family history.

Grandpa Bob (as he was affectionately known) and the family would like to give their heartfelt thanks to the Flo and Phil Hospice House in Jonesboro, Arkansas for the outstanding support and care during this difficult time.

Visitation will be Feb 12 at 10am followed by a service at 11am at Roller Citizens West Memphis.

Obituary Provided By:
Roller-Citizens Funeral Home
201 North Pine Street
West Memphis, AR  72303
www.rollerfuneralhomes.com