Obituary: Hilbert N. Proctor

Hilbert N. Proctor, age 87, of Stockbridge, MI, passed away on July 22, 2022 at his home. He was born on August 26, 1934 in Stockbridge, MI to Clinton and Grace (Marsh) Proctor.

Hilbert served in the United States Army from 1954-1958. On September 5, 1959, he married Dorothy L. (Brooks), and they moved to Stockbridge where they resided for 62 years. He attended Millville United Methodist Church and was self-employed as a truck driver. In his down time, he enjoyed spending time in his workshop doing woodworking, being outdoors, and camping. He loved riding his golf cart around the farm and neighborhood with his dogs.

Hilbert is survived by his wife, Dorothy, and his five children: Bobbie (Cheryl) Risner of Mason, Roger (Teresa) Proctor of Munith, Scott (Teresa) Proctor of Kentucky, Robin (Andy) Burkhart of Parma, and Tracy (Larry) Baldwin of Stockbridge; 11 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren, and three great-great-grandchildren; one brother, Clinton (Joann) Proctor of Jackson, and two sisters, Arloa (Mark) Smith of Stockbridge and Coteal MacLaren of Florida. He was preceded in death by one grandchild, Bobbie Risner III, and his parents.

A Memorial Service will be held at the Mackinder-Glenn American Legion Post #510 on Saturday, September 17, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. and then luncheon to follow. Memorial contributions may be made to the Mackinder-Glenn American Legion Post #510 or Elara Caring (Hospice) 900 Cooper St., Jackson, MI 49202.