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Necia Knudson
1926 - 2019
Necia Knudson
1926 - 2019
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BORN
1926
DIED
2019
Necia Knudson Obituary
Necia Knudson, 92, transitioned to Heaven on January 30, 2019, with family by her side at Cottage in the Meadow, Yakima, WA.
Necia was born June 16, 1926, near Bellingham, WA., the youngest of three daughters, to Charlie and Elsie McWilliams. She graduated from MT. Baker High School, 1944.
Necia married the love of her life, Loel Knudson, on Feb. 28, 1947, at Central Lutheran Church, Bellingham, WA.
Loel, Necia and Loel's father, Emmanuel, purchased land in the Taneum Canyon the summer of 1950. Together they built the Heart K Ranch raising cattle, horses, hay and children.
Necia was in charge of her kitchen producing many hearty ranch meals and always a dessert: cookies, cakes, or pies that most often were topped with a large scoop of ice cream.
All were welcome at Necia's table of hospitality where second helpings were mandatory. One never went away hungry.
Necia shared her love of fly fishing with Loel, saying with a smile, that's how she caught him. She was also an excellent seamstress, and enjoyed gardening, both vegetables and flowers. Baseball was her sport of choice; go Mariners.
Necia is survived by her children; Tana Knudson (Gus Smith), Tery Knudson, Del (Elayne) Knudson, and Kay (Scott) Shelton; seven granddaughters, Kari (Eric) Arns, Shawna (Vic) Long, KayCee (Sean) Lowe, Sadee (Chet) Skelton, Laci (Peter) Harrison, Sarah (Ian) McDonald, Kallee Knudson; 14 great-grandchildren, three nieces and one nephew. She was preceded in death by her husband, Loel, parents and sisters, June & Fae.
A celebration of Life, Light, Laughter and Love will be held this summer.
A special thank you to extended family, Karen Anderson and K.T. Anderson for their generous help in caregiving with Necia.
1 Cor. 2:9 "No eye has seen, no ear has heard, and no mind has imagined what GOD has prepared for those who love Him."
Dementia/Alzheimer's slowly, over two decades, took Necia's mind, hearing and sight, but not her Spirit. A broken hip she suffered on January 20th was the last test before she transitioned to Eternal Life in Heaven with God here Creator, Christ her Savior and the Holy Spirit her Comforter.
Memorial contributions may be made to Cottage in the Meadow, Yakima, WA., or charity of your choice.
Online condolences may be made to the family at www.brooksidefhc.com.
Brookside Funeral Home is caring for the family.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Sharon Hillmer
February 14, 2019
To the Knudson family, My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Your Mom was a wonderful person.
February 14, 2019
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Bev Allenbaugh
February 12, 2019
What a beautiful individual, happy memories from a while ago. Sorry in your loss.
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Bruce Johnson
February 9, 2019
Sincere condolences to her family. It was my privilege to know Necia and Loel many years ago from First Lutheran Church.
February 9, 2019
Dear Tanya, Tery, Del, Kay and families,
I am so sorry to read of the loss of your mother. Even as we are older ourselves, one never stops needing the love and touch of our parents, particularly our moms. It is a comfort that we know she is embraced by our Savior now and all suffering is over, even as those she leaves will carry a small hole in their hearts as well as fabulous memories of her life shared with them. Many blessings to all of you as you carry on the wisdom she imparted to you in her long and full life.
Sally Reynolds Hammond
Linda Mc
February 7, 2019
accept my condolences may God give to your family the comfort and and strength you need to cope with your loss ,please know that he is there to listen to all your heartfelt prayers for help Jeremiah 29: 11,12.
February 6, 2019
I am very sorry to hear of the loss of your loved one. One day many will have the opportunity to live again. May the hope of everlasting life sustain and comfort you during this difficult time. John 17:3
Brewer's
February 6, 2019
I am very sorry for your loss. May you all have much peace and comfort from the God of love during this difficult time. Psalms 145:14. Deepest Sympathy
February 6, 2019
I'm am very sorry for your loss. My sincerest condolences go out to your family. During this difficult time, may you always find hope and comfort, from the "God of all comfort."
February 6, 2019
My sincere condolences to the family for the loss of your loved one. May prayers strengthen you and memories comfort you, and may our Lord Jesus Christ and God our Father, who loves us, comfort your hearts and "make you firm". (2 Thessalonians 2:16, 17)
Maria A
February 6, 2019
What a wonderful long life your loved one had, Psalm 90:10 says that the days of our years are 70 years, And if because of special mightiness they are 80 years. Special mightiness indeed. May the memories of the wonderful times you shared together bring a smile and joy in your heart.
February 6, 2019
I am so sorry for your loss. My sincere condolences to the family. May the God who "binds up the brokenhearted" and "comforts all who mourn," strengthen you during this difficult time. Isaiah 61:1, 2. And May the beautiful hope of everlasting life give you comfort. -1 John 17:30
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times that you shared together. May our loving Heavenly Father provide you with the comfort and support that you need during this difficult time. (Psalm 145:18, 19) Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences goes out to the family.
Mary Wilson
February 6, 2019
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
February 6, 2019
Just extending my condolences to your family during this time of loss. May you find peace and comfort from the thought found at Psalm 62:6-8
February 6, 2019
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
N
February 6, 2019
Im so sorry for your loss, may God give you the comfort needed at this difficult time. 2 Thessalonians 3:16 tells us that God can give you the peace you need.
February 6, 2019
Sorry for your loss,May the God of all comfort continue to strengthen you doing this time of sorrow.
Earnie Ray
February 6, 2019
My condolences to the family . May you find comfort in your treasured memories and Gods promise to return your loved ones who passed away in death . 1 Thessalonians 4 : 13 , 14
February 6, 2019
May you all have the strength you need at this time of sorrow, Phillipians 4:13.- Philadelphia.
A D
February 6, 2019
To the family of Necia Knudson, May the God of all comfort strength the family of deep sorrow.... Psalm 116:5 Sincer Condolences
RK
February 6, 2019
Please accept my dearest and heartfelt sympathy; I am so sorry for your loss. May the God who "binds up the brokenhearted" and "comforts all who mourn" sustain your family during this difficult time. Isaiah 61:1,2
February 6, 2019
My condolences to the family. May God provide your hearts with peace and strength during this difficult time and may you find comfort in his promises to return your loved ones who passed away in death. 1thessalonians 4:13,14
February 6, 2019
I'm so sorry for your loss. May prayer comfort you in this time of grief. 1 Thessalonians 5: 17 "pray constantly"
SAS
February 6, 2019
Sincere condolences to the family of Necia , May Gods loving kindness comfort the family and give them peace.(1Cor.1:3)
February 6, 2019
Offering you my deepest heartfelt condolences may the love of God family and friends help you through all your grief. Php 4:6,7
February 6, 2019
My deepest condolences are with the family and friends during this difficult time. May the comfort from our loving God bring peace and warmth. Continue to cherish the wonderful memories. (Jeremiah 29:11 2 Thessalonians 2:16,17.)
February 6, 2019
Im so sorry for your loss. My sincere condolences go out with your family. May the God who "binds up the brokenhearted" and "comforts all who mourn," strengthen you during this difficult time. Isaiah 61:1, 2. And May the beautiful hope of everlasting life give you comfort. -1 John 17:30
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