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Walter J. Knosp
He is survived by his son, Jim (Leslie) Knosp, Gordon Campbell and Julie Campbell; his three grandchildren, Vanessa (Harry) Cane, Alycia Dowen and Jamie Knosp; and six great-grandchildren.
Walter was an avid artist. He loved working with model ships, wood carving, painting and carving soap stone. He also loved his beach house, crabbing and fishing with his son and entertaining his many friends and family.
Preceding him in death was his first wife, Trina; his second wife, Marjorie; and son, Robert Knosp.
The family would like to express their sincere thanks to the people from Providence Hospice of Snohomish County and to the doctors and nurses at Colby Hospital.
A Celebration of Life will be held at McKees Beach, 14328 Frans Dr, Stanwood, WA on Friday, August 19, 2011 at 1:00 p.m.
The family suggest donations to Providence Hospice at 2731 Wetmore Ave, #500, Everett, WA 98201.
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Rosemary Long/Carroll
August 21, 2011
To Knosp Family August 21,2011 Oh how I wished to have been on the beach with the family! But I had surgery on Thursday p.m. My thoughts were with you.The beach was special to Walter and we enjoyed being there with he and Marge many years. Jim, your Dad had so many talents and a keen sense of humor. He will be missed by all the sorority members. Hold on to all your good memories with him. My condolences
Joyce Tanner
August 18, 2011
To the Knosp Family, Walter and Marge were in our Chapter and we will miss Walter and Marge a lot. He was such a kind and soft spoken man. He was a one of a kind. Our sincere condolences to his family.
Lyle and Lynn True
August 18, 2011
We'll miss Walter's cheery "Hello" on the beach. We are privileged to have gotten to know him, and will remember always how sweet, and sincere he was to talk with. He was a wonderful man! Heavin is a brighter place with him in it.
Reba Whitesitt
August 17, 2011
Sorry to hear of your Dad, Jim. My thoughts are with you.
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Julie Olson
August 17, 2011
So sorry to hear about your Dad Jim. We haven't seen either of you for many years but have fond memories of your family. We all go way back.
Lot's of love,
Julie (Prater) Olson and Alicia Prater
Terry Miller
August 17, 2011
Sorry for your loss Jim
diane wammack
August 16, 2011
i am so sorry for your loss jim.
Roger Whitesitt
August 16, 2011
Sorry for you loss Jim.
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