Donald W. Procknow, of Wausau went peacefully to his heavenly home on Monday, November 13, 2023, while staying at his son's home in Gleason, Wisconsin under Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services. He was born in Merrill, Wisconsin on September 15, 1941, to the late Edward and Bertha (Becker) Procknow. He married the love of his life Phyllis Dallman on June 22, 1963. They shared over 55 years together until Phyllis' death in 2019. Donald was baptized, confirmed and married in the Lutheran faith. He was a member of St Peters Evangelical Lutheran Church of Wausau at the time of his death. Throughout his life, his faith in the Lord was unwavering. He found much comfort in home visits from the Pastors of the church.

Donald had a lot of fond memories from the many years he worked for Fromm Brothers. Where he tended to the fox, mink and ginseng gardens. He finished his career working at Marathon Cheese. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and going for a pontoon ride on the lake. He enjoyed getting together with family to play cards, especially sheepshead. He would never turn down a chance to go for a car ride. He enjoyed pointing out all the places he remembered from his childhood and memories he made along the way with family and friends. He was a fan of the Green Bay Packers and Wisconsin Badgers.

He is survived by his son Robin (Rose) Procknow of Gleason and daughter Debra (Christopher) Tuft of Wausau. He is also survived by his grandchildren Derek Procknow, Amanda Normand, Andrew (Natalie) Normand and Dylan Tuft. In addition to a sister-in-law Louise Procknow, brothers-in-law Doyle Klade Jr, Dennis (Karen) Dallman and Harlan (Patty) Dallman.

In addition to his parents and wife, Donald was preceded in death by his siblings Robert Procknow, Earl Procknow and Sandy Klade: his brother-in-law Larry Dallman and sisters-in-law Mercedes Dallman and Darlene Dallman.

Donald lived his early years in the sixth ward in Merrill and later moved out to the rural area. He told many stories of his adventures growing up. He made friends everywhere he went, starting up a conversation or telling a joke to anyone he would meet. In his later years he enjoyed walking the neighborhood and many days would walk 3-5 miles or more. He left a lasting impression on all who met him.

The family would like to thank Aspirus Merrill Emergency Department, Aspirus Tomahawk Hospital and Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services for the most compassionate care we could have asked for.

Funeral Services will be held at 11am on Saturday, December 2, 2023 at St Peters Evangelical Lutheran Church on North Sixth Street Wausau, Wisconsin. Visitation will be held at the church from 10am until the time of services.

Mid Wisconsin Cremation Society is assisting family at this time. Online condolences may be expressed at MWCS.WS