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Brendan Knauf Obituary
Bing Knauf of Phoenix, Arizona, passed away April 17, 2011 at the age of 61. He is survived by mother Katy, wife Alena, brother Kevin, daughter Deane Greene, sons Trevor Knauf and Travis Mandrell, and two grandsons. We'll miss his chuckles, long stories, and colorful expressions that often couldn't be repeated in mixed company. Bing always enjoyed discovering new trails, new whiskey, and new music and will be missed by those that he took along on those discoveries. A celebration of his zest for life will be Thursday, April 21, 5-9pm at Hansen Mortuary, 8314 N. 7th Street, Phoenix . Family and friends are invited to share stories and photos. Donations in his name to Valley of the Sun United Way or your favorite charity in lieu of flowers will be appreciated.
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Dad & Daughter walking the trail, March 2004
June 27, 2011
Grandpa & Matthew, July 2009
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Grandpa & Matthew, March 2004
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May 6, 2011
Dear Alena,
Im sorry to hear about Bing. He and i spent many Sunday night
system outages together in the past.I did try his patience once
in a great while but deep down he was a good guy who thought
of others. I hope you find happiness in the future.Bruce Armstrong
The formally known Lead operator at AG's.
Scott and Laureen Antes
April 21, 2011
Dear Family and friends of Bing,
Our sincere condolences to all who are now grieving. May you find comfort as you remember the many happy times with Bing.
Scott and Laureen Antes
Mike
April 21, 2011
Dear Katy & Kevin,
Our deepest condolences from my family and the rest of the Cooney's. Bing and I have had some very entertaining email correspondce the last 4-5 years. I was so looking forward to hooking-up with Bing and the rest of you in the coming weeks. Just real hard to believe how some things happen as they do.
April 21, 2011
Dear All,
As a member of Bing's AGCS family, I will always remember Bing as a person of character. I loved the stories he shared and feel blessed to have known him. Bing was a good man and I respected him very much. He will be missed. My sincerest condolences go out to Bing's family and all of us who knew him.
- Cindy Baca Valdez
Shayne Kaslow Fischer
April 20, 2011
Dear Katy and all of Bing's loved ones-
Bing will always be a part of my childhood memories. Janine's "big bro"... I spent many a day at the house on Monterosa and the Knaufs were like family.
My deepest sympathies for your loss. Bill, Janine and Bing are all catching up and watching over us all.
May your happy memories stay with you always.
Mike Powers
April 20, 2011
I've worked with Brendan from a distance for several years, but never had the pleasure to shake his hand. It was on my list of things to do on some future trip, one of those lists we all have. Still, I feel like I knew him well and considered him a good friend. We had thoughtful conversations about the passions and absurdities of life, and with no small measure of good humor. I am thankful for knowing Brendan. Peace and safe journey Brendan, and to his family, friends and co-workers my sincerest condolences.
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