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Ray Knull Obituary
URBANA – Ray Knull, 57, of Urbana, entered the Church Triumphant at home surrounded by his family on Saturday, October 18, 2014. Ray fought cancer for the last 8 years with strength, grace and a positive attitude.
He was born January 8, 1957, in Urbana, a son of the late Arthur M. Knull and the late Grace (Geuy) Knull.
Ray graduated from Urbana High School in 1975 and Capital University in 1985. He worked at Honeywell Grimes for 35 years and was a member of the Messiah Lutheran Church. He was a talented woodworker and stained glass artist and was most proud of building their home with the help of family and friends. Ray was a proud athletic parent and enjoyed being part of his sons' sports.
He is survived by his wife, and high school sweetheart, Deborah (Keebaugh), whom he married August 11, 1979, sons Justin (Helen) of Lansing, MI, Garret (Courtney) of Urbana, Kalen (Tara) of Sycamore, IL, and was a proud and loving grandfather to his 5 grandchildren, Grace, Calum, Jude, Hailey and Logan. Other survivors include his sisters, Pat (Jerry) Holland of St. Paris, Carol Nolte of Urbana; brother, Phil (Mitzi) Knull of Conover, and several nieces and nephews.
The family would like to express their gratitude to Dr. Felix and the angels of the Springfield Regional Cancer Center for their love and care over the past many years.
The family will receive friends 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, October 22, 2014, in the WALTER & SMITH FUNERAL HOME, Urbana. The funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. on Thursday, October 23, 2014, in the Messiah Lutheran Church, 1013 East Lawn Avenue, Urbana, OH 43078, with Pastor Scott Anderson officiating. Burial will follow in Grandview Cemetery, Urbana.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Ray's memory to Messiah Lutheran Church or to the Cancer Association of Champaign County, P.O. Box 38125, Urbana, OH 43078.
Condolences may be expressed to the family at walterfunerals.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Ray Knull
October 24, 2014
Justin- Very sorry to hear of the loss of your father. Will keep you and your family in prayers and thoughts. Natalie Birt-Coy
October 23, 2014
So sorry for your loss. I didn't know Ray well but I know his mother-in-law loved him like a son. I know he was a wonderful husband, father and grandfather. He will be missed by his family and friends. Linnie Russell , Cromwell, CT
Terry, Terry, and Matt and Meg
October 22, 2014
What a super Dad and guy! We will always have great memories of good times at BB games at Graham. Blessings, prayers and love to these great boys and Debi.
Texanna packer
October 22, 2014
So sorry for your loss, Ray was a great man he will be miss. Thoughts and prayers to you and your boys.
Terry, Terry and Matt and Meg
October 22, 2014
What a super Dad and great guy! We sure had great times after BB games at Graham spending time with Ray and Debi. Great memories. Prayers to this great family. Blessings and love to all.
craig eldridge
October 22, 2014
Justin, sorry to hear about your father. God bless you and your family.
Cassandra Blue
October 22, 2014
So sorry to hear of your families loss . My thoughts and prayers are with your family . just know he is with God not in pain anymore. He is your angel now watching over you all . May god give you all strength to get thru this sad time .
October 22, 2014
Thoughts and prayers for the family and close friends. Please excepts our heartfelt condolences. Dean and Judy Davis
Jay Collins
October 22, 2014
Sorry to hear about Rays passing a prayer for you Debbie and the family
Krazy Chris Collins
October 22, 2014
I was so saddened to see this Debbie. Ray was a wonderful person and strong minded. I offer my deepest sympathy for your loss.
karan yantis
October 22, 2014
Debi I just wanted to tell you how sorry I am to hear about Ray. I wish I lived closer so that I could give you a hug. Such wonderful high school sweethearts.
October 21, 2014
thoughts and Prayers going to the Knull Family from Tim Scott Son of the late Carleton and Esther Scott
Sharon Hambrick -Dr. Filix's office
October 21, 2014
My heart felt prayers are coming your way. Deb, I was so very sad to hear of Ray's passing. I'll miss our visits at the office. Heaven definitely received another Angel
October 21, 2014
Prayers going out to the family during this difficult time.
Mike and Jennifer Rotterman (Bailey- daughter of Dick and Jane(Starr))
Robin Schultz-Fredrickson
October 21, 2014
It is with great sorrow that we extend our deepest sympathy. I so remember Ray as sweet and always with a smile when we were kids and oh the fun we had! Tears for the entire Knoll family.
Peggy Knaul
October 21, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with family and friends at this sad time.
Love, Your Cousin Peggy Knaul (Trout) & Lew Knaul
Alex Nelson
October 20, 2014
To the knull family we are thinking of you in this tough time. Heaven gained a great man. You are in our prayers. Love the Nelson Family
Cindy Starr Ebner
October 20, 2014
It is with sadness and a heavy heart that I send my love and prayers.
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