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John Knaak Obituary
Age 71
Of Northfield, MN
Formerly of Burnsville, MN. Longtime employee of Lockheed Martin (Unisys). Survived by wife, Barbara; 4 children: Katherine Knaak of Highland Heights, KY, James of Aurora, CO, Robert of West St. Paul, Lynn James of Mpls; 4 step-children: Charles (Patty) Paton of St. Paul, David (Sondra) Paton of Mendota Heights, Peggy (Kevin) Fink of Northfield, Barbara (Rhys) Parry of St. Paul; 13 grandchildren; and in-laws W. Howard and Myrtle Lloyd of Rochester. Service 10:30 A.M. Monday, at St. John's Lutheran Church, 500 W. 3rd St., Northfield. Visitation 2-6 P.M. Sunday at Benson & Langehough FH, Northfield. Memorials are preferred to St. Dominic Catholic Church, St. John's Lutheran Church, the Jesuit Retreat Center in Lake Elmo, or the Northfield Senior Center.
Benson & Langehough (507)645-5123
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Memories and Condolences
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Duane Bendt
November 16, 2005
I enjoyed my time with John at Lockheed Martin. I always respected his abilities...
Shelley Berven
November 1, 2005
Dear Barbara-
Steve and I were so saddened to learn of John's death. We had heard from Barbie that John had became ill upon your return from Italy. Our thoughts are with you and your family members during this difficult time.
Barbara Greenspon
October 29, 2005
Barb and Chuck: Tom and I are both so sorry to hear of John's death. John has always had a special place in my heart, and I am grateful that he introduced me to both of you.
Know that we hold you in our hearts and send you prayers and good wishes.
Barbara Greenspon
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