Kenneth O. Knowles
DEFOREST- Kenneth O. Knowles, age 85, of DeForest, passed away on Thursday, March 8, 2018, at his home. He was born on March 23, 1932, in Manitowoc, Wis., the son of Roy and Linda (Stienke) Knowles. Kenneth was united in marriage to Jeanette G. Kaufman on August 22, 1952, in Dubuque, Iowa. He was a graduate of Lincoln High in Manitowoc and the UW Madison, School of Commerce. Kenneth worked at American Family Ins., Schmidt's Auto and in retirement, Lands End. He was an active member of the Boy Scouts of America, serving for over 50 years in the Bay-Lakes and Glaciers Edge Councils, earning the Silver Beaver award in 1995. He was very proud that both his son's, and two grandson's achieved the rank of Eagle Scout. Kenneth's love for the outdoors took his wife and faithful companion Bandit, traveling and camping across America. Together they saw many beautiful places but Wyalusing State Park remained number one in his heart. Acting as Camp Hosts for over 10 years, Kenneth and his wife were committed to sharing the beauty of the park with others. He would always remind us how blessed he was to live in such a beautiful State. He was an avid UW Badger, Packer and auto racing fan, ...[more]View Full Online Obituary and Tributes
d also a member of the Friends of Wyalusing State Park and the Masonic Lodge. Kenneth is survived by his wife, Jean; sons Kenneth A. (Brenda) Knowles of Wichita, Kan. and Richard (Rita) Knowles of Manitowoc; daughters, Patricia Multerer of Poynette and Susan (Chip) Van Meter of DeForest; seven grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; niece Kelly Knowles of Manitowoc; and many other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother and sister-in-law, Wayne and Diane Knowles; and his son-in-law, Steven Multerer. Funeral services will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUENRAL AND CREMATION CARE, 5203 Monona Dr., Madison, at 12 noon, on Wednesday, March 14, 2018, with the Rev. Dr. David McDonald presiding. Visitation will be held at the funeral home from 10:30 a.m. until the time of the service on Wednesday. The family wishes to express their appreciation to the staff of Agrace HospiceCare. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Friends of Wyalusing State Park, 13081 State Park Ln, Bagley, WI 53801. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com. Gunderson East Funeral & Cremation Care 5203 Monona Dr., Madison 608-221-5420 To read the full obituary, please click here: http://www.gundersonfh.com/obituaries/Kenneth-O-Knowles?obId=3004796#/celebrationWall
