Clint’s life began July 10, 1958, in Watervliet. Clint grew up on the family farm in Watervliet and graduated from Watervliet High School. After high school Clint worked in die casting and then joined the millwrights and worked in construction. While he was employed at Castmatics in Stevenville he met Marcia, they fell in love and married. Outside of work Clint enjoyed the great outdoors including all types of hunting and fishing. Clint will be remembered as a huge University of Michigan football fan.

Clint leaves behind; a granddaughter Alexyss Kniebes; a greatgrandson Troy Kiel; his parents Loren and Sandra (Schadt) Kniebes; two sisters Cindy (Jr) Homister and Gwen (Mike) Branch; a niece Emily Branch; three nephews Jack Branch, Shane Homister and Jake Homister; and his close friend Rich Hosford.

Clint died Sunday, March 29, 2026. His is preceded in death by his son Loren Michael Kniebes, his brother Brian Kniebes, and his wife Marcia. Hutchins Funeral Home is assisting Clint’s family with cremation and they plan to celebrate his life privately. You are invited to leave a message of comfort for Clint’s family.