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1941
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2025
Kenneth Knutson Obituary
March 3, 1941 - October 3, 2025
Kenneth L. Knutson passed away on October 3, 2025, at the age of 84. Ken was born on March 3, 1941, to Kenneth C. and Bernice Knutson, in La Crosse, Wis.
He is survived by his wife, Wilma Jean; and their children, Gary (Jayme) of Sparta, Wis., Robert (Michele) of Eau Claire, Wis., and Christine "Cici" Gengler of Rochester, Minn.; seven grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren; along with many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents; two sisters; and two brothers-in-law.
Ken was a 44-year employee of Trane Co., where he worked as a machinist. He enjoyed hunting and fishing with family and friends and taking many vacations to Hayward. No services will be held per Ken's wishes. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Terry Erickson Boys and Girls Club.
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