Gernnie McCleese Obituary

We are sad to announce that, on February 7, 2026 we had to say goodbye to Gernnie McCleese of Frankenmuth, Michigan. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Gernnie McCleese to show support.

In the vast expanse of eternity, may Gernnie find peace everlasting, cradled in the gentle embrace of the universe. And as we stand on the shores of remembrance, may his legacy inspire us to live each day with purpose, passion, and profound gratitude for the gift of life itself.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Ike McCleese and Linda McCleese (Brown); his former wife Ruby; his sons, Steve and Ralph McCleese; and his stepson Theodore Knapp.

He is survived by: his wife Margarette; and his sons, Carl McCleese, Calvin McCleese (Betty), Paul Knapp, Dave Knapp (Janice) and Jeff Knapp (Jane).