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Rev. Dr. Milton E. Proby was born September 15, 1929, to Rev. Nathan J. and Ophelia V. Taylor Proby in DeKalb, TX. He passed away, May 21, 2005 peacefully at his home. Rev. Proby moved to Colorado Springs in 1958 he was called to St. John Baptist Church, were he served faithfully for 48 years. He became known as a leading Civil Rights activist in Colorado Springs and the Denver area for over 50 years. By 1959 Rev. Proby started a group called the Colorado Springs Human Relations Commission, which worked closely with the city to address racial issues. In 1960, Gov. John Love asked him to lead the first state Civil Rights Commission, a post he would hold under four or five governors. In 1963 he took part in King's March on Washington, where Dr. King made his "I Have a Dream" speech. Rev. Proby was one of the first to organize the Southern District Association, he also was the first organization to provide a food bank at his church, giving out free food to the poor. He is survived by his loving wife, Linda D. Proby; sons: Leon Proby, Armarillo, TX; Milton J. Proby and Gregory H. Proby, both of Colorado Springs, CO; daughters: Patricia Proby-Green, Charlotte, NC and Veronica Renee Proby, Colorado Springs; one sister, Mary E. Compton, Dallas, TX. He is the godfather of: Essence Passion Ware and Elijah Ahlan Ward, both of Colorado Springs. He is also survived by seven grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; his beloved church family and a host of other relatives and friends. Visitation 9:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m., Friday with commerative wake service to follow at 7:00 p.m. Celebratory service, Saturday 10:00 a.m. All services will be held at St. John Baptist Church, 902 S. Prospect St., Colorado Springs, CO. Internment Evergreen Cemetery. Family at 4270 S. Carefree Circle. Colorado Springs, CO 80917.
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HE WAS A GREAT TEACHER/PREACHER OF THE TRUE WORD OF GOD.
willie alex
May 23, 2020
You were an inspiration to us all.
Everett Daniels
June 20, 2005
Extending my deepest sympathy
Elie Daniels, Jr.
June 19, 2005
With Sincere Sympathy
Sandra Daniels-Hill
June 19, 2005
Our sympathy and prayers are with you.
Elie & Viola Daniels
June 19, 2005
Doris Moon
June 9, 2005
Sister Proby,
Stay strong. My deepest condolences to you and your family.I will continue to keep you in my prayers.
Michele Legette
June 6, 2005
Our hearts go out to the Proby Family and Church Family. Sorry for your loss. Rev. Proby married us in 1990 at St. John's Church where we attended until we moved. He will be missed.
Thomas McCray Jr. and family
Thomas and Polly McCray Jr.
June 6, 2005
WE FIRST ATTENDED ST JOHN'S BAPTIST CHURCH IN 1975 AND MET THIS DYNAMIC
PREACHER. HE WAS TRULY GOD SENT. YOU WILL BE MISSED AND I kNOW THAT THE LORD HAS YOUR BIG MANSION WITH
YOUR CROWN. MAY GOD FOREVER KEEP YOU
IN HIS LOVING ARMS. LEON AND ANDREA
ROANE
LEON & ANDREA ROANE
June 5, 2005
MAY YOUR MEMORIES LIVE ON....
willie alex
June 5, 2005
Let me first say that our prayers and condolences are extended to the Proby family. Truly, we grieve the Homegoing of our beloved Pastor, but we celebrate for he is now in the presence of our Heavenly Father. It has been our pleasure to grow spiritually under the leadership of Pastor Proby. I am equally grateful to have known pastor, not only as my pastor, but as a friend as well. I will miss hearing pastor's prelude, "Oh, I've had some bad days", as he leads into my favorite song of "I Won't Complain."
Samuel and Vivian Scott
June 5, 2005
Sister Proby and Our St John's Baptist Church family - Thanking God for His Love and Mercy - It was March 1976 that we met Pastor Proby. He could hold our attention with his majestic and Spirit-led voice. A voice that ushered our family closer to God. He became our Paster on Palm Sunday in 1976. We loved him! Yet we know "Joy & peace will come in the morning" - There is no doubt in our hearts that Pastor has gone on to rest in a better place, beyond the river, the river that flows from Calvary's mountain, where there the Bright and Morning Star sheds it's beams around us all. As John 19:34 states, "But one of the soldiers with a spear pierced His side, and forthwith came there out blood and water" - Pastor Proby is doing okay! Because of this, we too have peace. We will continue to pray that Jesus keeps us near the cross.
Willie & Verna Alex
June 2, 2005
Cynthia Hilton
June 1, 2005
My heart hurts because I have lost a mentor, a teacher, a friend and a father figure. I praise Amighty GOD, because I know you are enjoying "heaven". I know that your loved ones left on earth will walk in the strength of GOD. I know "My Pastor" is in a better place. I will miss his teaching. You planted a seed in me that continues to grow day by day; I thank you for that. I will continue to walk in the truth of GOD's word because of you, Pastor Proby. I will always remember: Hosea 4:6. You laid that foundation for me and taught me to build upon it: Seek ye first the kingdom of GOD; seek wisdom; acknowledge GOD in all things; in all your getting, get understanding; if any man lacketh wisdom, let him ask of GOD who giveth........; seek and ye shall find, knock and the door shall be open; study to show thyself approved........ Psalm 23,24 &37. There will never be another like you Pastor!!!!!!! THANK YOU FOR FEEDING ME!!!!!!!
Larry T. King
Larry King
June 1, 2005
Our love and prayers go out to you, your family and your congregation, Mrs. Proby. How well we remember your many kindnesses to the New Life Church members when we came to visit you a few years back.May the LORD JESUS bless & comfort you during this time. Someday we'll be together praising Our Lord.
Linda Radosevich
May 31, 2005
LET NOT YOUR HEART BE TROUBLED. IT IS GOD WHO WILL LEAD YOU BESIDE STILL WATERS AND RESTORE YOUR SOUL. AT THIS TIME, I PRAY THAT YOU WILL BE ABLE TO FEEL THAT PEACE SURPASSETH ALL UNDERSTANDING. MAY GOD BE WITH YOU AND KEEP YOU SAFE IN HIS ARMS.
BRENDA MORROW
May 31, 2005
GERALD BRADSHAW
May 31, 2005
Sadie Gladden
May 30, 2005
Linda,
May God comfort you doing this time of your loss. Arlinda and I are praying for you.
Because of Him
Pastor Robert D. Ester, Sr (Arlinda)
New Testament Baptist Church
Robert D. Ester, Sr
May 30, 2005
Carmel Living Community
May 28, 2005
I myself send my deepest sympathy to your family.
Douglas H. Bradshaw
May 28, 2005
GERALD & WYLMA BRADSHAW
May 28, 2005
Sis Proby & family,
The prayers of the Taylor and Prince of Peace Baptist Church family are with you.
Ps 46:1
God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.
Bless be the name of the Lord.
Darrell Taylor, Prince of Peace Baptist Church, Biloxi MS
Pastor Darrell Taylor
May 28, 2005
Sister,Proby and family.
Blessed. are they that mourn. for they ,shall be conforted, (matthew.5;4)You are in our daily prayers. Rev/and sister E.NEIL
IMBC COLORADO SPRINGS
Rev,and Sis Ernest V Neil sr.
May 27, 2005
Thanks for the Love and Faith, you have given us through out the years of your Ministry.
Rondy Johnson
May 27, 2005
Family:
I was so happy when New Life Church did a praise and worship time for your church anniversary. We were warmly welcomed with a fellowship dinner, and the music was wonderful. I am grateful to have fellowshipped in this special time with Pastor and Mrs. Proby and the church body there. May God bless your family during this time of saddness and reflection, a celebration of his life. Barbara Sabol, New Life Church
Barbara Sabol
May 27, 2005
VIRGINIA CREAR
May 27, 2005
May God's Love Be Your Strength and Comfort, Rev Juan Rosario Asst. Pastor Trinity Baptist Church PalmBay FL 32905 [email protected]
Juan@Margie Rosario
May 27, 2005
The Gannon family sends its condolences and sympathies to the family of Dr. Milton Proby. You are in our prayers. May the Lord bless and keep Reverend Proby.
Kevin Gannon
May 27, 2005
To Mrs. Proby and Family:
May God continue to bless you at this time, Pastor Proby was always very nice to me anytime I saw him. He will be missed, but I know his work continue on.
The Lord is my shepherd I shall not want.
With Love and Sympathy
Lydia Mallory
King Solomon Baptist Church
Pastor: Joseph Williams
Lydia Mallory
May 27, 2005
Sis. Linda, Rev Proby not only served in Colo. Springs, but he had been a Pastor in two local churches in Pueblo. He was well known and well liked. In fact we have some pictures of him during that time at Bethlehem Baptist Church and members. His passing leaves a void in this area. Let it be known he as a giant among men and was loved by all. May God Bless you and lead you through these days of sorrow. Let us know if we can assist you in anyway.
Rev. Shadrach & Kay Thomas
May 27, 2005
Stay encourage Sister Proby, we are in prayer for you and the family that everyone who come before you, their words would be God's words, their smiles will be His smile, their hugs will be His embrace of you from heaven and their very presence will be the reality of the fact that He is with you as you go through your lost. We all will miss Pastor Proby. May God bless you and keep you as you give yourselves completely to Him, We remain,
In the Shadow of the Cross,
Greater Tri-Rock Church Family &
Sandy Ray Fields, Sr., Pastor
Greater Tri-Rock M. B. C.
Colorado Springs, Colorado
Sandy Fields, Sr.
May 26, 2005
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