Cletus Procknow Sr. Obituary
We announce the death of Cletus Procknow Sr. of Afton, Michigan, who passed away on June 10, 2026, at the age of 81. Cletus will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Cletus Procknow Sr. to pay them a last tribute.
Cletus will be remembered for the impact he had on the lives of those around him. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Cletus will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture his life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Cletus’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued his companionship.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Cletus C. Procknow and Beatrice Procknow (Ormsbee); and his brother Michael. He is survived by: his wife Marcia Procknow of Afton; his children, Tamara Lynn Procknow of Sand Springs, Oklahoma, Cletus "Butch II" Procknow (Nicole) of Palm Desert and Eric Procknow of Bay Village, Ohio; his siblings, Stan Procknow (Cheryl) of Afton, Susan Brown (Leon) of Lapeer and Nancy Penfold (Wayne) of Cheboygan; and his sister-in-law Sharron (Mike) of Rim Rock, Arizona. He is also survived by seven grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.
Those who wish to express their sympathy may consider making a contribution in Butch's memory to the Afton Community Club.
