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loving family. He was born on October 23, 1935, to Erwin and Eugina (Martin) Knoth in
Newaygo, MI. He graduated from Montague High School and continued his education at
Western Michigan University where he earned his bachelor's degree in business administration.
On Jan 12, 1957, he married the love of his life, Beverly "Ann" Pruitt in Whitehall, MI. Together
they cherished 62 years filled with love and laughter. Jim was a longtime member of 1 st
Congregational Church in Whitehall. He was a gun enthusiast and part of the Fox Lake Gun
Club. Jim had a passion for being outdoors and was an avid hunter and fisherman. He will be
missed dearly by so many. Jim is survived by his children, Jim Knoth and Sharon Kight; three
grandchildren, Justin (Nicole) Knoth, Derek (Stephanie) Knoth and Brent (Jessica) Knoth; seven
great-grandchildren; twin brother, Gene Knoth and brother, David Knoth; three sisters,
Rosemary (Larry) Stockwell, Carol Armstrong and Anita (Mark) Boyd; sister-in-law, Irene Knoth;
and many dear friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Ann Knoth; brother,
Wayne Knoth; sister-in-law, Vivian Knoth; daughter-in-law, Tracy (Mahoney) Knoth; and son-in-
law, Clifford "Cookie" Kight. In accordance with Jim's wishes, no services will be held.
Arrangements entrusted to The Sytsema Chapel of Sytsema Funeral & Cremation Services,
737 E. Apple Ave., Muskegon, MI 49442. Share memories with the family at
www.sytsemafh.com.
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Ted Maniurski
March 6, 2024
Great member of Fox Lake Gun Club and will be missed. Rest in peace.
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