In loving memory of

Roddy Knoke
February 11, 1974 - September 16, 2017

Rod Knoke, 43, of Carson, passed away on Saturday, September 16, 2017 at the Oakland Manor. Funeral service will be 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 20, 2017 at the Macedonia United Methodist Church with Rev. Mike Harvey, officiating. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 19, 2017 at the Macedonia United Methodist Church.

Memorials: In lieu of flowers memorials may be given to his father Rodney Knoke, Sr.

Rodney Gail Knoke, Jr. was born on February 11, 1974 in Omaha, Nebraska, the son of Bonnie Lee (Poff) and Rodney Gail Knoke, Sr. He grew up near Macedonia, Iowa, attended school and later obtained his G.E.D. Roddy helped with the family farming and was employed as a pilot car driver.

On June 29, 1993 Roddy married Angie Peterson. The couple was blessed with many children. Their marriage later dissolved but they continued a friendship as they raised the children.

Roddy enjoyed spending time on the farm and helping with farming, riding horses, bringing home stray pets, and camping. He loved being with his family, helping others and never met a stranger. Roddy was a great son, brother, dad and uncle and a good friend to all who knew him.

Roddy passed away on September 16, 2017 at the Oakland Manor at the age of 43 years, 7 months, and 5 days. He was preceded in death by his mom Bonnie Knoke; brother Kemberly Fender; nephews, Ryan Knoke, Kemberly Fender, Jr. and Timothy Allen.

Roddy is survived by his kids, Ashlee Brooks and significant other, Jason Hess, Michael Woodward and significant other, Shannon Biggerstaff, Jill Pendgraft and fiance Derek Applegate, Ruthie Pendgraft, Kaylee Knoke, Kai Knoke, Shyennah Knoke, Ashton Knoke, RowdyLynn Knoke, PiperLee Knoke; four grandkids, Hailee, Hudson, Olivia, and Hunter; fiancé Dawn Pogge; dad Rodney Knoke, Sr. of Carson; siblings, Raymond Fender, Jr. and wife Kathy of Fremont, NE, Mike Knoke and wife Marcy of Macedonia, Mark Knoke of Macedonia and LaNita Knoke of Council Bluffs, IA, Matt Knoke and wife Kelli of Treynor, IA, and Monica Taylor and husband Troy of Atlantic, IA; nieces and nephews; extended relatives; and many friends.

Tributes

Laurie Thies wrote on Sep 21, 2017:

"Kaylee, Thoughts and prayers are going out to you and your entire family. I was so sorry to hear about your dad. Hold tight to all the memories. Laurie Thies"

Linda Cadena wrote on Sep 19, 2017:

"SENDING HUGS AND PRAYERS TO ALL OF THE FAMILY MAY GOD BE WITH YOU ALL DURING THIS TIME OF SORROW"

dadie file wrote on Sep 19, 2017:

"deepest sympathy to Dawn, the girls, and all of Roddy's family and friends. "

dadie file wrote on Sep 19, 2017:

"Sincere sympathy to Roddy's family and friends, and especially Dawn and the girls! "

Paul Faxon wrote on Sep 18, 2017:

"To the Knoke Family my prayers go out to you . I am sorry for your loss . "

Deanne Myers wrote on Sep 18, 2017:

"Roddy was one of the most giving selfless people I've ever known!! Honestly would have given the shirt from his back if someone needed it! I loved him very much and he helped me replace my hot water heater with his son! I'm very grateful for the time that I had been blessed in knowing my cousin Roddy and he will be missed greatly by this heart. Prayers for peace and comfort for the family."

Toni L Casson wrote on Sep 18, 2017:

"Rod, Ray, Mark, Matt, Monica, Dawn and all the Knoke family please know so many people are thinking of you all. Prayers of comfort to help you through this difficult time. If you need anything please let me know. "

Lorrie Ott wrote on Sep 18, 2017:

"My memory of Roddy is of the sweet little boy who couldn't pronounce my name and called me Lordy. I remember him following us around and wanting to hang out with his big brothers. My later memory of Roddy is him and Matt riding around Union Ne., with me and pulling the emergency brake on my car to spin a cookie and laughing their asses off. RIP Roddy and hugs to all of you who love Roddy. Heaven gained an angel who could be a little devil. "

Bernie and Helen Higgins wrote on Sep 18, 2017:

"Our Deepest Sympathy to Rod's entire family.."

Jacki Albers wrote on Sep 18, 2017:

"To the ENTIRE Knoke Family, I graduated and went to school with Rod for years and he was always so funny and kind and always full of funny stories. He was a great guy and l know he loved his family so much!! He will be missed by so many people. Cherish those good times he had lots to remember!! Thoughts and Prayers to everyone at this sad difficult time. Jacki (Johnson) Albers"