Michael Proffitt

Michael E. Proffitt, 66, passed away Sunday, February 28, 2016.

He was born March 28, 1949 in Centerville, Iowa to Walter and Shirley (Proffitt) Vestal. He was a lifelong musician, playing music for over 40 years. He was a fixture in the Iowa music scene and was a member of the Papa Proffitt Band, Melodie Proffitt Band, Daddy Chicken Legs Band, Johnny’s 8th Street Buzz Band, Red Sun Band, and Axis, to name a few. Michael loved riding his Harley, fishing, and was an avid Hawkeye fan, but above all, he loved his family. His kids and grandkids meant the world to him.

Michael is survived by his wife, Tamera Martin; son, Nick Brokaw; son, Mason Proffitt; son, Bill Linn and his children, Andrew, Tyler, Cody, Lucas, Josie, and Rhythum Linn; daughter, Melodie Polansky, her husband, Todd and children, Isaac Proffitt and Hayden Polansky; son, Ryan Proffitt, his wife Jessica and children, Rylee and Charlotte Proffitt; and daughter, Savannah Proffitt.

He was preceded in death by his sister, Rebecca Sue Proffitt; brother, Samuel Proffitt; father, Walter Vestal; and mother, Shirley Vestal.

A celebration of life will be held Saturday, March 5, 2016 at Longest Yard, 122 5th Street, West Des Moines, beginning at 5:00 p.m.

Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com

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