Joshua Shane Proffitt Obituary
We announce the death of Joshua Shane Proffitt (Dayton, Ohio), born in Bluefield, Virginia, who passed away on August 16, 2026, at the age of 38. Joshua will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Joshua Shane Proffitt to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his father William; and his grandparents, Donald, Lucille Sizemore and Edith Swinnie. He is survived by: his friends, Joe, Danny and Shawn; his wife Samantha Proffitt; his daughter Sophie Proffitt; his mother Donna Swinnie (William); his brother Donnie Proffitt; his sister-in-law Kassie Proffitt; and his niece Dawn Proffitt. He is also survived by extended family, friends.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made in Josh's honor to Newcomer Funeral Home to assist the family with his funeral expenses.
