David Martin Knoblock

David Martin Knoblock David Martin Knoblock went home to be with his Lord on April 15, 2008, with his loved ones by his side. David was the oldest son of Jimmy and Ruth Knoblock and Mike Randall. He was born on July 18, 1954 in Prescott, Ariz. He had a heart for God and a sweet, gentle and loving spirit. He touched many, many people with his generosity and wonderful sense of humor. He served others with a willing heart and was never one to pass by someone in need. Many a time he would slip money to someone who needed it without them even knowing he had done it. He always hoped to be the answer to someone's prayers that day. David proudly served his country in the United States Air Force from 1976-1980. He had a great love for this country and the utmost respect for all his fellow veterans. He'd never pass by a veteran without thanking them for their service. His prayers were often focused on those still serving our country right now and putting their lives on the line for our freedoms. After numerous prayers from members of his family, David finally met, fell in love with, and married his soul-mate, Kelly on March 4, 2000. Their marriage was filled with an intense love, close friendship, long talks and many practical jokes. In 2001, he was blessed to legally adopt Kelly's daughter Alexandra as his own. Alexandra was so honored to become a Knoblock. Their relationship was truly one-of-a-kind. He was an awesome dad. They spent a lot of time together doing fun things and dreaming of how they were going to finish fixing up Alex's V W beetle together. He taught Alexandra to enjoy life and laugh often. He encouraged her to reach for her dreams. His most important legacy that he left for his family is that he taught his wife and daughter both about faith and God and was instrumental in both of them finding salvation. He personally baptized Alexandra in 2002, which was one of the proudest moments in his life. Dave had many talents including creating beautiful finish carpentry work. Many homes throughout this valley have been blessed by the touch of his hands. His pride in great workmanship was apparent in everything he built. He could also take something old and refinish it to make it better than new. One of his most recent projects was an old gas pump that he refurbished. Aside from God and his family, his greatest love would have to be street-rods. He enjoyed spending time working in his shop on his 1959 Chevy truck, which Kelly lovingly nicknamed "the big yellow girlfriend". Dave was preceded in death by his dad, Jimmy Knoblock. He is survived by his wife Kelly, daughter Alexandra, mother Ruthie Knoblock, and father Mike Randall. His brothers and sisters are Russ and Pam Knoblock, Kevin and Sharon Knoblock, Julia and Tom Wilbert, and Cindy Rondeau. He will be missed by all who knew him. Our hearts are breaking while his is rejoicing! There will be a viewing for Dave on Friday, April 18, from 2 until 8 p.m. at Potter Funeral Chapel in Emmett. A memorial service will be held in his honor at the Eagle Christian Church on Saturday, April 19, at 1 p.m. A burial service will take place at the Idaho State Veterans Cemetery on Monday, April 21, at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to any charity which supports the men and women who have served or are serving our country.