Thomas P. Proudfit, the son of Thomas Peter, Sr. and Alice Marie (Million) Proudfit, was born November 29, 1943, in Hamburg, Iowa. He attended Watson High School, Watson, Missouri, graduating in 1961. On March 30, 1965, Tom entered the United States Navy, serving our country until receiving his honorable discharge on April 29, 1969.

Tom was a farmer and took care of the family farm south of Watson. Later, he attended Peru State College, Peru, Nebraska, where he double majored in Business Administration Accounting and Business Administration Management and received his Bachelor’s degree with high distinction in 1996.

Tom was an active member of the Watson Baptist Church where he served in many roles over his lifetime. He touched many lives in his time there from teaching Sunday School, being superintendent of the community wide Vacation Bible School, to recently serving as chairman of the church board.

Several years ago, Tom moved to Fair Oaks Senior Housing in Rock Port. Tom thoroughly enjoyed his neighbors and the community there. Tom passed away Saturday, July 27, 2024, in Omaha, Nebraska, at the age of 80.

Tom was preceded in death by his parents. Survivors include cousins, Peggy Ingram, Orville Lee, Gene Million, and Sharon Mitchell.

A funeral service was held Friday, August 2, 2024, at the Watson Baptist Church, Watson, conducted by Pastor Terry Weible. Interment was at High Creek Cemetery, Watson. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Watson Baptist Church, Watson. Arrangements were under the direction of Minter Funeral Chapel, Rock Port. Online condolences may be left at www.minterfuneralchapels.com.