Julie Knauss
Wednesday, March 14, 1945
Date of Death:
Wednesday, August 24, 2022
Age:
77 years old
Visitation
Date: Monday August 29, 2022
Time: 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home [ view map ]
Second Visitation
Date: Tuesday August 30, 2022
Time: 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Location: Hope Summit Christian Church [ view map ]
Funeral Service
Date: Tuesday August 30, 2022
Time: 11:00 am
Location: Hope Summit Christian Church [ view map ]
Burial
Location: Hillside Cemetery [ view map ]
Wednesday, March 14, 1945
Date of Death:
Wednesday, August 24, 2022
Age:
77 years old
Wednesday, March 14, 1945
Date of Death:
Wednesday, August 24, 2022
Age:
77 years old
Julie Knauss
Julie Ann Knauss, 77, of Rochester, MN, died Wednesday August 24, 2022, at Mayo Clinic Hospital, St. Mary’s Campus.
Julie was born March 14, 1945, in Albert Lea, MN to Marvin J. and Mildred E. (Hovland) Thompson. Julie and her four siblings were raised in a hardworking, music loving home on a farm near Waseca, MN. Julie graduated from the ”Ag School”, Southern School of Agriculture Waseca, MN in 1964. On June 16, 1966, she married Keith Harold Knauss of Morristown, MN at Grace Lutheran Church in Waseca, MN. The couple moved to Rochester and raised their family. She and her husband were employed by IBM 20 and 30 years respectively. After retirement from IBM they ventured to start Knauss Garage Doors with their sons.
Julie loved kids, working with her hands, and making things beautiful. She had an eye for detail, a feel for what was right and true, commitment and drive to push through any obstacle. She enjoyed playing cards with family (including friends who are family), watching every ballgame and getting to know the friends of her children.
Julie is survived by her children Scott Knauss (Darla Norton) of Rochester, MN, Brian (Laura) Knauss of Madison Lake, MN, and Cindy (Dan) Sepeda of Rochester, MN; five grandchildren Makala Deppa Hoot, Josia Hoot, Elisha Hoot, Aaron Knauss and Adam Knauss; three siblings Marlene (Lauren) Fritz, Gloria (Bob) Klinger, and Larry (JoAnn) Thompson; many nieces and nephews; her closest friend Tom Casey and many dear friends. She is preceded in death by her Husband, Mother, Father, Stepmother/mother-in-law Laura E. (Knauss) Thompson, and Stepfather Everett Nelson as well as her beloved brother Gary Thompson; two nieces, Sherry Fritz and Lisa Thompson and one nephew, Ed Kath.
The funeral service will be held at 11:00 am Tuesday August 30, 2022, at Hope Summit Christian Church in Rochester, MN. Visitation will be held 4:00-7:00pm Monday August 29, 2022, at Macken Funeral Home and one hour prior to the service 10:00-11:00am on Tuesday. Burial will be in Hillside Cemetery in Morristown, MN.
Condolences
The family of Julie Knauss has received the following condolences.
Scott, sorry to hear of your mothers passing. As you know I knew both your mon and dad from years at IBM. They were both very fine people people. My thoughts and prayers go with you.
Brian,
Condolences to your fanily
Cindy, I am so sorry to hear about your mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. May you find the Peace that surpasses all understanding through these trying times. I love you my friend. God Bless You and Keep You Strong!! Bob Hayes
My deepest condolences to the Knauss family. I am out of town and won't be able to attend.
Take care, Scott (Peewee) Nelson
My love and prayers to Julie's family! I have wonderful memories of Julie as she was one of my favorite cousins! Being the same age, I remember playing together as kids. Although I have not been with her much in our adult years, I think about her kind face, gentle smile, and general pleasant demeanor! She will be greatly missed by all who knew her but know that she is in a better place with The Lord in heaven!