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Charles Knous Obituary

Charles F. Knous, 88, of Putnam, CT formerly of Wayland, died peacefully Saturday, June 29, 2019 in Matulaitis Nursing Home. He was the loving husband of the late Claire (Joyal) Knous. Born in Dedham he was the son of the late Egbert and Catherine (Henderson) Knous and had seven children with his wife Claire. Charles was a veteran of the United States Marine Corps. He was the owner and operator of Charlies Auto Body in Sudbury for more than 40 years where he gained many friends. He had a passion for his Model A Ford coupe and it brought him and the family much joy. He was infamous for his entertaining stories, dry sense of humor and practical jokes bringing happiness to many. Charles is survived by two sons Scott Knous of Massachusetts and Michael Knous of Florida; two daughters Bonnie Harris of Florida and Sharon Poitras of Massachusetts; ten grandchildren, and five great grandchildren. He was predeceased by his wife Claire, daughter Donna, and two sons John and Thomas Knous. He will be laid to rest at Lakeview Cemetery in Wayland in a private ceremony. Memorial donations in Charles memory may be made to the Matulaitis Nursing Home, 10 Thurber Rd., Putnam, CT 06260. Arrangements entrusted to the care of the John C. Bryant Funeral Home of Wayland. For condolences please visit www.johncbryantfuneralhome.com.

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Published by The Sudbury Town Crier from Jul. 6 to Jul. 18, 2019.

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Linda Johnson

August 3, 2019

My Uncle Charlie was a great guy. He always had a joke to tell and stories galore. When we were kids, my sisters and I always looked forward to going to visit Uncle Charlie (and our cousins) in Cochituate. Like my father, his brother Billy, Charlie loved animals. But, I will remember him most for the compassion that he showed my sister Cathy when she was in hospice. He brought her a little stuffed bunny, "Sweet Pea," which brought her great comfort. He'll be missed.

Arthur and Lorraine DelPrete DelPrete

July 9, 2019

Dear Sharon we were saddened to hear of your Dad's passing.

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