Freddie Leon Proffitt

Freddie Leon Proffitt, 85, of Glasgow, passed away on March 11, 2026. Born on June 9, 1940, he was the only child of Charles and Mary Proffitt. Fred married Linda Runell Pedigo, and together they raised three children: Lorie, Stephen, and Lana. Linda preceded him in death in 2015. He later married Sue Roach, who survives him. He was also preceded in death by his daughter Lana.

A man of deep Christian faith, Fred served in several Churches of Christ as a deacon, song leader, speaker, and teacher. He cherished his family and friends and was widely known as an exceptional encourager to all who knew him. He found great joy in writing and performing country music, riding motorcycles, traveling in the Smoky Mountains, and sharing good-humored conversations.

Fred possessed a strong work ethic. He served as assistant manager at J. C. Penney in Glasgow, managed a clothing store in Madisonville, and later opened his own store, Proffitt’s, in Glasgow. He also worked in marketing at South Central Rural Telephone and hosted a local radio show. In his later years, he was a regular at the Hardee’s breakfast club, the Liar’s Club at George J’s, and enjoyed frequent walks at the T. J. Pavilion. He was a founding member of the Safe Spot Program in Glasgow and a past president of the Cave City Chamber of Commerce.

He is survived by his wife Sue; son-in-law David Morrice of Cape Cod; grandchildren Ben Morrice and Katie Morrice of Cincinnati, and Jason Morrice of Seattle; stepchildren Angela Roach Mutter and Darrell Roach, both of Glasgow; and step-grandchildren Lauryn Mutter, Alex Mutter, and Kyle Roach, all of Glasgow.