William C. Bill Proctor, Sr.
Tallahassee - William C. Bill Proctor Sr., 85, heard the final whistle call, took his last bows at home, and he boarded the Heavenly Express early morning train bound for Glory on Thursday, April 29, 2021.
Waving farewell was his wife of 63 tender years Patricia Brown Proctor; a son and Leon County Commissioner Bill Proctor; grandchildren Aaron, Haley, Jordan, Justin, and great grandson Justice Proctor. Bill Sr. was a long and active member of Bethel A.M.E. Church, having served on the Board of Trustees and the Finance Committee. His legacy is noted in his service as a high school industrial arts teacher, insurance agent, housing specialist, and as a housing entrepreneur. He served honorably in the United States Army. As a Christian soldier, he bore the attributes of being patient, kind, humble, respectful, caring, easygoing, considerate, gentleman, hardworking, and dependable.
On land he was an extraordinary gardener and housing enthusiast. On water he was a superb fisherman and sportsman. During leisure he was a broad and active reader.
He has a brother, Ernest Proctor, nephews, a niece and loving family members. Bill Proctor Sr., has now joined a great cloud of witnesses including his parents, Reverend James and Queen Esther Proctor, brother, Reverend James Proctor, and sister, Betty Proctor Wiggins.
A wake will be held on Monday, May 3, 2021, at the Strong and Jones Chapel from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Graveside services will be conducted on Tuesday, May 4, 2021, at the Southside Cemetery at 11:00 a.m.
To God Be the Glory
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