Dennis Edward Prots Sr.
Dennis Edward Prots Sr., age 81, of Chardon, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on April 11, 2023.
Born to Joseph and Gertrude Prots, of Newbury Township, on July 9, 1941, Dennis was a Newbury High School graduate and proudly served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War.
Denny owned and operated Prots Food Center with his family for over 55 years.
He is survived by his wife, Irma, of 57 years; sons, Denny Jr., Bill (Nicole), Tom and Tim; grandchildren Anika, Cole, David, Alex, Morgan and Alexander; and sister, Betty Jo (Terry) Hill.
Preceded in death by his parents; brother, Bob; granddaughter Marisa; and nephew, David Roberge.
A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, April 15, 2023, from 1-4 p.m., at Chardon VFW Post 6519, 752 Water St., Chardon.
The family requests no flowers. Instead donations may be made in memory of Denny to your favorite charity or organization.
“Live life for today, it’s too short!”
Cremation by Burr Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Chardon. Information and condolences online at www.burrservice.com.
