Stanley Albert Prokop

Stanley Albert Prokop was born on June 17, 1942 in Detroit, Michigan to Rita and Stanley C. Prokop. His family also included two siblings--younger sister Sharon and younger brother Robert (Bob). Our beloved Stan returned to God on December 18, 2024. Stan attended De La Salle Collegiate High School, where he excelled both academically and athletically. At DLS, and throughout his childhood, Stan made many close friends who he cherished throughout his life. He went on to study at the University of Detroit and then the University of Michigan-Dearborn, where graduated in the school’s inaugural class. After completing a co-op with Ford Motor Company, Stan enrolled in the Wayne State University Law School. Stan spent his distinguished career as an attorney at the Detroit office of Plunkett Cooney, where he also made several lifelong friends. Stan's legal expertise was in the area of insurance law, and he published and lectured on this topic. He was a mentor to many young attorneys as well as head of the insurance law section of the firm. In 2019, he was honored as a 50-year member of the State Bar of Michigan.

In 1969, Stan married his dear Margaret Nowicki and together they raised three children—Adam, Emily and Max. Stan was an avid golfer and music lover. He also had a deep appreciation for art and Detroit sports; he could often be found watching the Tigers, Red Wings, Lions, and Michigan Wolverines. Margie and Stan traveled frequently, including many trips to England and visits to Poland. As a couple, they spent many happy summers with family and friends at their former cottage in Port Austin, Michigan. Stan is survived by his wife of nearly 55 years, their children, and four grandsons: Teddy, George Stanley, Gabriel, and Elliott. He is also survived by his son-in-law Adam and his close-knit extended family, including his nephew David Nowicki, with whom he was especially close. Known for his warmth, generosity, and a great sense of humor, Stan remained young at heart throughout his life. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Ambrose Church, where Margie and Stan were parishioners (stambrosechurch.net/donate). You may also direct contributions to The Elliott Deedler ECMO Scholar Fund at the C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital (victors.us/elliottdeedlerfund).

A memorial gathering for Stanley will be held Friday, January 10, 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at St. Ambrose Catholic Church, 15020 Hampton St, Grosse Pointe Park, MI 48230, followed by a funeral mass at 11:00 AM.