James Kerr Proudfit

Biography

James Kerr Proudfit, born in 1831, was a tireless supporter of the civic life that flourished around Woodlawn Cemetery, always ready to offer steady counsel and a helping hand. His presence was felt in the everyday efforts to build a stronger, kinder community, from public gatherings to private acts of generosity.

He cherished the company of family and friends, and even in retirement he maintained an active interest in the well-being of his neighbors. His passing in 1917 closed a chapter marked by reliability and quiet leadership, yet his influence lives on through the values he embodied.