Calvin Arthur Prouty, Sr.

MAJOR CALVIN ARTHUR PROUTY, SR October 7, 1943 ~ March 29, 2016 Major Calvin A. Prouty, Sr., 72, was promoted to Glory on March 29, 2016, after battling cancer for nearly a year. Major Prouty served as a Salvation Army officer for 30 years in various appointments throughout the Western Territory; including Vancouver, WA. Then, Captains Cal and Glenda Prouty, served as the Vancouver Corps officers from 1976 - 1984. During this time, Captain Prouty led the organization through a successful capital campaign that resulted in the construction of the present facility located on 112th Avenue. Major Prouty was born in Scottsbluff, NE on Oct. 7, 1943. After graduating from high school, he served in the U.S. Army National Guard for eight honorable years. In 1966, Cal married his high school sweetheart, Glenda Rosane. They recently celebrated 50 years of marriage. Cal and Glenda Prouty entered The Salvation Army College for Officer Training in 1973. Subsequently, they were commissioned to a life of service in 1975. Throughout his years of service, Major Prouty demonstrated a love for people and learning. He was known for his sense of humor, outgoing personality, and commitment to relationships. His love for learning led him to achieve a Masters degree in psychology and counseling, from Liberty University. In 1986, Cal was appointed to the International College of Officers where he experienced the full scope of the Army and its ministry throughout the world. Along with his passion for people and skill in counseling, Major Prouty served to help many victims of national disasters. Most recently, he was in Oso, WA serving victims of the horrific mudslides. Major Calvin Prouty is survived by his wife, Glenda; four children, six grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren, four sisters, and one brother. Celebration of Life services will be Monday, April 4 at The Salvation Army on 112th Avenue, at 11:00 a.m. Donations may be made in memory of Major Calvin Prouty to The Salvation Army Corps Community Center for phase two of its "Community Cares Capital Campaign" to expand services in Clark County. Make checks payable to: The Salvation Army, in memory of Major Prouty, 1500 NE 112th Ave., Vancouver, WA 98684. Please sign his guest book at: www.columbian.com/obits.

Calvin Arthur Prouty, Sr.

October 7, 1943 - March 29, 2016