Billy Gene “Bill” Proffer, 85, of Hot Springs Village, passed away Saturday, Dec. 30, 2017 in Hot Springs. He was born April 15, 1932 in Scott City, Mo., to William and Elsie Hargraves Proffer.
Bill is preceded in death by his parents.
He is survived by his wife and life-long soulmate, Mary Ann (Hayden) Proffer, of Hot Springs Village; his daughter, Stephanie Jimes and her husband, Jeff, of Farmers Branch, Texas; his brother, Maurice Proffer, of Hollister, Mo.; and other extended family members and friends.
Bill enjoyed the many opportunities his career allowed him. He was a dedicated employee of 43 years to the Schering-Plough Corp., serving in pharmaceutical sales and management. Because of his excellent leadership abilities, his employees rewarded him with outstanding performances each year.
His capability to train people in the workplace and his encouragement to others to reach their full potential made him very well respected and appreciated wherever he went in life.
Bill also enjoyed public speaking and was a member of Toastmasters International. He was also an Army veteran of the Korean War.
In his spare time, he enjoyed auctioneering and golfing. He and Mary Ann loved to travel and spending time with the many friends they met while living in various places around the country.
The family will host a Celebration of Life on Thursday, Jan. 4, 2018 from 2-4 p.m. at the Diamante Country Club; 2000 Country Club Drive, Hot Springs Village.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in Bill’s name to the charity of your choice.
Arrangements have been entrusted to CedarVale - The Hot Springs Village Funeral Home. For online condolences please visit www.cedarvalefuneralhome.com.