"I'm sorry to hear about Doug. I first met Doug when my brother Frank and I worked for Doug Stemm at Coast to Coast hardware. He always had that hat on and a smile. He would come in to usually purchase some kind of masonary tool or a new level. Doug Stemm sold marshalltown tools which he liked as I recall. Then I later worked at Windom Ready Mix and drove truck delivering many loads of redimix for Doug. He always had something kind to say and appreciated the service. He was a good mason. I'm sure he will be missed terribly. I haven't seen him for years as I've moved out of the area in 91 but have good memories of him. Skip Vock"
In loving memory of
Douglas Knuth
July 8, 1948 - July 7, 2008
Douglas "Doug" John Knuth was born on July 8, 1948, in Tracy, Minnesota to the late John and Patricia (West) Knuth. He was baptized at a young age and later confirmed in the Catholic faith. Doug received his education at the Catholic School in Tracy where he graduated in the Class of 1966. He enlisted in the United States Army in 1967 and was honorably discharged in 1968. He then attended a Technical School in Pipestone where he received a degree in masonry.
On December 9, 1972, Doug was united in marriage to Deborah Kuehl. This union was blessed with three daughters, Kelly, Tara, and Ashley. This marriage later dissolved. For several years, Doug worked in Heron Lake before moving to Windom and starting Knuth Construction. In 2004, he moved to Jordan, Minnesota where he was currently living. On June 29, 2008, Doug suffered a head injury due to a fall from a horse and was taken to the Hennepin County Medical Center in Minneapolis where he passed away on July 7, 2008 at the age of 59.
Doug will be remembered for many things in life including his enjoyment of Quarter horses, target shooting, hunting, gardening, landscaping, helping others, and most of all enjoyed being with his grandchildren.
Doug is survived by three daughters, Kelly Knuth of Windom, Tara Kalash of Fairmont, and Ashley Knuth of Heron Lake; five grandchildren, Keaton Leopold, Savannah Kalash, Priscilla Kalash, Weston Freking, and Seven Marcy; seven siblings, John Knuth and his wife, Rose of Brooklyn Park, Jeff Knuth of Marshall, Sue and her husband, Jeff Ackerman of Maple Grove, Katie Koehler of Shoreview, Jerry and her husband, Dave Hubel of Montevideo, Joey and her husband, Loren Pihl of Gary, SD, and Lulu and her husband, Jose Velasco of Brainerd.
Doug is preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Jim Knuth.
Tributes
"Kelly, Tara, and Ashley: My brother just sent me the obituary of your father. My thought and prayers go out to all of his family. I was a classmate of your father, and just passed through Windom last month and was wondering how he was doing. May your wonderful memories keep you smiling. "
"Tara & Family- So sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers."
"Tara and family: I am so sorry about the sudden loss of your father...I know that this is hard..my dad passed 2 yrs ago...but keep the memories in your heart and they along with friends and family will get you through"
"I wish you peace and happiness."
"Tara and family, I was so surprised to hear about what happened to your dad. I live in Queen Creek, Arizona now so I heard it from my mom, who lives in Windom. I remember the birthday parties that we had, the good o'days. Well those fun times are just a memory now and the memories will get you guys through this tough time. My prayers are with all of you. Keep your head up, it will get better with time. "
"My deepest sympathy"
"I am very sorry about your loss.My prayers go out to you .I am thinking of you guys through this sad time"
"Sorry for your loss."
"Tara, Ashley, and Kelly: My prayers are with you all. I know too well how hard it is to lose your Dad too young. Doug was a wonderful man. Full of vinegar, full of love of life ,and full of love for his family. Know that he loved you all. He will be watching out for all of you now. "
"Knuth Family - You are in my thoughts during this sad time. Hoping the memories help ease the loss."
"We were so sorry to hear about Doug. He did a lot of beautiful work for us at the clinic and at our home. He was very gifted! Our thoughts go out to you, Kelly, Tara & Ashley - he will be missed."
"Tara & family- i'm sorry to hear about your loss and my thoughts & prayers are with you... it wasn't too long ago i drove past the old place and it seemed weird that it was a statefarm office...that's because i thought about all the fun times and memories we had there...one being of your dad always being outside either working or enjoying the outdoors and greeting me with a smile...i'd either have to ask "is tara home?" or he'd smile and say "she's in there" although i haven't seen him in sometime...it seems like yesterday "
"Knuth Family - My deepest sympathy goes out to you. You are in my thoughts and prayers. "
"We've been going over the good times since we heard about the accident. Keep those menories!"
"Girls.....I am thinking of you all. The memories I have of Doug are happy, severly humerous, kindness..."Here's my shirt. How can I help?" What a wonderful man. He will be dearly missed by his loving girls, extended family, and the many, many friends he leaves behind. I wish you all peace, comfort and strength in the coming days ahead. Love to you all, Phyllis Lindemann"
"Knuth Family-I was so very sorry to hear about Doug. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Colleen Curtis Reiter"
"Doug will be missed by all of us who knew him. You are in my thoughts and prayers."
"My first memory of your dad was when I was 3 1/2 yrs old. My dad, your dad, and me were riding around in my dad's G.M.C. one summer day. I was standing on your dad's lap and shooting gophers with a pistol out the window(with your dad's help). I'm going to miss him, he was a good friend to me. My heart goes out to you all. "
"TARA,KELLY,ASHLEY: We were Heartbroken to hear of the passing of your father. He had a special place in our lives, he played a big roll in Jennifers life as she was growing up with you, Tara, Always at each others house, I know that he got the same theatical plays as we did. It was always nice to see Doug around Windom, working his talents with stone and brick, and always with his trademark well loved cowboy hat, which he would panic when the brim came unsewn, and waited by the sewing machine for it to be stiched. He love all his girls, and they loved him. He will be missed. Peace be with you, in this difficult time. Laurie and Frank Vock"
"Remembering you in our thoughts & prayers"
"I am sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts are with you."
"My deepest sympathy to all of you during this difficult time. May God comfort you. My thoughts and prayers are with you. "
"Knuth Family, I'm sorry for your loss. I can't image the pain you are going through right now. I'll be praying for all of you."
"Our deepest sympathy to the family of Doug....WAs so sorry to hear about Doug's accident. Doug and Jody worked on a lot of houses together. Jody will still talk about Doug and his work. He will be missed. We will keep you all in our prayers."
"sorry for your loss"
"Tara, Ashley & Kelly, My deepest sympathies go to you all at this difficult time. I know how much your Dad loved you all. He was the most kindest man and loving father & Grandfather. My heart goes out to you and I will keep you in my prayers. Doug is in a better place now and you have one more person up there watching over you all. Love to you all."
"Dearest Tara, Ashley and Kelly, My deepest sympathy for the loss of your Dad. I will never forget your Dad when he lived in Windom and was the kindest, sweetest, most handsome person who loved his girls. His wonderful talent in laying brick and rock made him the most sought after by anyone who knew his work. I am especially grateful for the love between Doug and our son Matt. Matt had a special place in his heart for Doug. My prayers for you are that all your happy and wonderful memories will get you through this very painful time. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Kathleen"
"Girls- My deepest sympathy at the loss of your father. He was a great neighbor years ago and a true friend all the years since then. May your loving memories of Doug bring you joy and strength to get you through this difficult time."
"Knuth Family - You are certainly all in my prayers. My sympathy goes out to all of you in this very sad time."
"Kelly, Tara and Ashley, I am so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. You all are in my thoughts. "
"Tara and Family - I am truly sorry about the loss of Doug. I just can't believe it. He was a great, caring man. I remember the times we had at your old house on 71. I am thinking of you all. "
"Tara,Kelly,Ashley I am so sorry to hear of the news of your father he was a great man,loving father and grandfather and friend to many. I'll always remember the fun times we had at the house Tara,and all the times we spent with your Dad,stories,laughter,tricks pulled and of course Songs played,and even the few times we got into a little trouble with him. I could really go on and on. Doug was truley a great man, all that knew him will greatly miss him. You'll be In my thoughts and prayers. "
"Doug - You always have and always will be in our hearts forever. So many memories once shared - will never be forgotten.
Our deepest sympathy goes out to the Knuth family."
"Tara, Kelly and Ashley- Just wanted to tell you how sorry I am to hear the sad news. Doug was such a funny, loving man-I could listen to his stories for hours... he was kind of like a dad to me too. He will be missed by many. Thinking of you during this sad time and you are in my prayers. "