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Karl Knudsen Obituary
1947 ~ 2020
Karl Oluf Knudsen, son of Henry and Virginia Knudsen, was born January 17th, 1947 in Boise, Id. He received his education in Boise, and graduated from Boise High School in 1965. He received his degree in Business from Boise State University, and he worked many years for International Harvester as an outside truck parts salesman. He was currently retired and enjoying his free time. He enjoyed pheasant hunting and fishing in Idaho's great outdoors. He was an avid college and professional sports fan, and enjoyed playing cards for many years. Karl was a fantastic provider for his wife and daughter, as well as the rest of his family. He suffered a stroke and passed away on Sunday, June 14th, 2020.
He is survived by his wife Shawn Knudsen, and daughter Emily Knudsen, as well as his brother Kelly Knudsen (Linda Knudsen,) and sister Susan Madsen-Kleinfeldt (David Kleinfeldt,) and many nieces and nephews, friends, and family. He was preceded in death by his parents, his sister Kleone Aschenbrenner, and his niece Jessica Aschenbrenner. Memorials may be sent to Pheasants Unlimited Treasure Valley Chapter or Idaho Fish and Game MK Nature Center. Please specify in memory of Karl Knudsen.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 18 at the Alden-Waggoner Funeral Chapel, burial will follow at Morris Hill Cemetery. A viewing will be held at the Alden-Waggoner Funeral Chapel on Wednesday, June 17 from 5 to 7 p.m.
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Memories and Condolences
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Jesse J Landhuis
June 22, 2020
Shawn and Emily, Our condolences from Michigan.
Jesse and Kim Landhuis
Barbara McDonald
June 22, 2020
We wish we could of been at the service, we will always be honored to have been his neighbor for the last 27 years. Lots of memories when our sons were small and spent a lot of time playing at your house with Emily! Love & prayers to you and your family.
Dave & Barbara McDonald.
Pamela Dawn Lane
June 18, 2020
Hi Shawn, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. It has been many years since we have seen each other, probably the last Rolston Reunion. I know this is a very difficult time for you and your daughter, but know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. With love, Pam
Karen Rolston
June 18, 2020
I am sincerely sorry to hear of Karls passing. My prayers are with you
Jody hopwood
June 18, 2020
Karl was a good friend. I worked with him for many years. He could find parts that nobody else could. He will be missed. My condolences to his family.
John Miller
June 18, 2020
I appreciated working with Karl for many years, he was a very good hearted person and will be missed.
Pat Stephens
June 17, 2020
Shawn and Emily, I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you both. Karl loved you both very much.
I will miss his regular jokes about my beloved Idaho State Bengals and I will remember him every time the BSU football team takes the field.
I know you will miss him but I know that he will always be with you in your hearts.
Stephanie Mclarin
June 17, 2020
Shawn and Emily, I am so sorry for your loss.
I'll remember Karl as a wonderful man with a huge heart. Always ready and willing to lend a hand and make room for others in his circle of friendship.
I hope his memory brings you comfort, peace and happiness. I know I am better for having known him.
Trent Young
June 17, 2020
Have been a neighbor to the Knudsen family for many years. From the day we moved in, Karl was our guardian angel. He made us feel more like family than just neighbors and was always there for support and advice. Rest in peace, good friend!
Mary Mouat
June 16, 2020
Dear Shawn, So sorry to hear about Karl. Big Montana hug for you and Emily. I am thinking about you and am so grateful you were in my life back then. Mary Mouat
Debbie Needham
June 16, 2020
I have such fond memories of Karl. I met him thru my mom and was forever blessed. He always called her "mom" and me "sister Debbie". He was a kind spirit with a heart of gold. His generosity to the community being Santa is one of several great memories. His sense of humor was always a bright spot of any day. I cannot say enough about this man. May he rest in peace. My heart goes out to the family.
Dale/Irena Fackler/Facklerova
June 16, 2020
We offer our sincere condolences to Karl's family and our prayers that he is now in God's hands and at peace.
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17
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5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Alden-Waggoner Funeral Chapel and Crematory5400 W. Fairview Avenue, Boise, ID 83706
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18
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1:00 p.m.
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