John Ernest Proctor III, age 72 of Evart, MI, passed away suddenly on Tuesday morning, June 16, 2026, at the Beaumont Hospital in Royal Oak, MI.

He is survived by his wife; two children and their families; five grandchildren; and two great grandchildren.

Funeral services will take place at 12:00 P.M. Saturday, June 27, 2026, at the Pruitt-Livingston Funeral Home in Reed City with Rev. Gary Foxx officiating.  Visitation with the family will begin at 11:00 A.M.  Burial and committal services will follow the conclusion of the funeral service at the Maple Valley Cemetery in Hartwick Twp., Osceola County, MI.

A luncheon will be held after graveside services at the Tustin Covenant Church in Tustin, MI.

Memorial contributions may be made in his name to the Tustin Covenant Church.