Kris William Knaus, age 53, of Menasha passed away peacefully in his home on September 26, 2014. He fought a brave and courageous battle against Kidney cancer for 6 months. Kris was born on January 26, 1961 son of Joanne (Nesbitt) and Conan Knaus. He graduated from Appleton East High School in 1979. He worked…
Continue ReadingKris William Knaus, age 53, of Menasha passed away peacefully in his home on September 26, 2014. He fought a brave and courageous battle against Kidney cancer for 6 months.
Kris was born on January 26, 1961 son of Joanne (Nesbitt) and Conan Knaus. He graduated from Appleton East High School in 1979. He worked for the Kimberly Mill for 28 years. Kris will be remembered for his larger- than- life personality with his booming voice, his love of family, his guitar, jazz music, golf and the Packers. He will be missed, but is forever alive in our hearts.
Kris is survived by his loving wife, Laurie Knaus (Meyer), son Zachary Knaus (Stephanie), daughter Jasmine Knaus, and three grandchildren Addaline, Olivor, and Flynn. He is further survived by his mother, Joanne Knaus and 5 sisters; Karen (Darwin) Hanson, Kathy (Odis) Hill, Kim (Bill) Knope, Kay Knaus (Bill Bast), Karrie (Mike) Mauel and many nieces and nephews. He is further survived by mother-in-law Elizabeth (Steve) Schroeder, stepmother- in-law Nancy Meyer, brother- in-law Todd (Tina) Meyer.
Kris was preceded in death by his father, Conan Knaus and father in law, Thomas Meyer.
A celebration of Kris' life will be held on Wednesday, October 1, 2014 at 4:00pm beginning at Waverly Beach N8770 Firelane 1, Menasha, WI.
The family would like to thank the staff at Theda Clark ICU and his oncologist Dr. Conkright. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund will be established in Kris' name.
Richard & Alicia Ferry
left a message on September 30, 2014:
While my wife and I never met Kris personally, we are good friends with Odis and Kathy and have worked with them for many years at Southwest. We love these two dearly, and so by that extension, we share your family’s grief. But more importantly, through knowing Kathy, we know what a special family you are and join you in spirit as you celebrate the life of this beloved man. May God bless you each and every one…
Richard and Alicia Ferry
Richard & Alicia Ferry
left a message on September 30, 2014:
While my wife and I never met Kris personally, we are good friends with Odis and Kathy and have worked with them for many years at Southwest. We love these two dearly, and so by that extension, we share your family’s grief. But more importantly, through knowing Kathy, we know what a special family you are and join you in spirit as you celebrate the life of this beloved man. May God bless you each and every one…
Richard and Alicia Ferry
Pat Floyd
left a message on September 29, 2014:
So sad to hear the news! Thanks to Kathy's gracious updates we at Southwest have been following Kris's struggle. We are praying for your family and sending healing thoughts your way. May God bless and hold you in his loving arms as you move through this sad time.
Dana Seargeant Smith
left a message on September 29, 2014:
So sorry for your loss. I am a friend/coworker of Kathy. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Dana Seargeant Smith
left a message on September 29, 2014:
So sorry for your loss. I am a friend/coworker of Kathy. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
Casey Miller Scott
left a message on September 29, 2014:
Big Hugs to everyone! I will be thinking about ya'll during your difficult time.
Love Casey Scott
Casey Miller Scott
left a message on September 29, 2014:
Big Hugs to everyone! I will be thinking about ya'll during your difficult time.
Love Casey Scott
Michelle Schramm
left a message on September 29, 2014:
So sorry for your loss, I will always remember Kris's smile. Prayers are with you.
Michelle Schramm
left a message on September 29, 2014:
So sorry for your loss, I will always remember Kris's smile. Prayers are with you.
Evelyn Pearl Johnson
left a message on September 29, 2014:
I am so very sorry for the loss of your very loved Kris! I did not have the pleasure of knowing him. I am a close friend of Kathy's here in Dallas! However, Kathy has shared stories with me and Kris seemed a lot like my own brother whom I lost last year! Praying for peace and comfort for the whole family! Love, Evelyn Johnson! 🙝
Evelyn Pearl Johnson
left a message on September 29, 2014:
I am so very sorry for the loss of your very loved Kris! I did not have the pleasure of knowing him. I am a close friend of Kathy's here in Dallas! However, Kathy has shared stories with me and Kris seemed a lot like my own brother whom I lost last year! Praying for peace and comfort for the whole family! Love, Evelyn Johnson! 🙝
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Richard & Alicia Ferry
left a message on September 30, 2014:
While my wife and I never met Kris personally, we are good friends with Odis and Kathy and have worked with them for many years at Southwest. We love these two dearly, and so by that extension, we share your family’s grief. But more importantly, through knowing Kathy, we know what a special family you are and join you in spirit as you celebrate the life of this beloved man. May God bless you each and every one…
Richard and Alicia Ferry
Richard & Alicia Ferry
left a message on September 30, 2014:
While my wife and I never met Kris personally, we are good friends with Odis and Kathy and have worked with them for many years at Southwest. We love these two dearly, and so by that extension, we share your family’s grief. But more importantly, through knowing Kathy, we know what a special family you are and join you in spirit as you celebrate the life of this beloved man. May God bless you each and every one…
Richard and Alicia Ferry
Pat Floyd
left a message on September 29, 2014:
So sad to hear the news! Thanks to Kathy's gracious updates we at Southwest have been following Kris's struggle. We are praying for your family and sending healing thoughts your way. May God bless and hold you in his loving arms as you move through this sad time.
Dana Seargeant Smith
left a message on September 29, 2014:
So sorry for your loss. I am a friend/coworker of Kathy. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Dana Seargeant Smith
left a message on September 29, 2014:
So sorry for your loss. I am a friend/coworker of Kathy. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
Casey Miller Scott
left a message on September 29, 2014:
Big Hugs to everyone! I will be thinking about ya'll during your difficult time.
Love Casey Scott
Casey Miller Scott
left a message on September 29, 2014:
Big Hugs to everyone! I will be thinking about ya'll during your difficult time.
Love Casey Scott
Michelle Schramm
left a message on September 29, 2014:
So sorry for your loss, I will always remember Kris's smile. Prayers are with you.
Michelle Schramm
left a message on September 29, 2014:
So sorry for your loss, I will always remember Kris's smile. Prayers are with you.
Evelyn Pearl Johnson
left a message on September 29, 2014:
I am so very sorry for the loss of your very loved Kris! I did not have the pleasure of knowing him. I am a close friend of Kathy's here in Dallas! However, Kathy has shared stories with me and Kris seemed a lot like my own brother whom I lost last year! Praying for peace and comfort for the whole family! Love, Evelyn Johnson! 🙝
Evelyn Pearl Johnson
left a message on September 29, 2014:
I am so very sorry for the loss of your very loved Kris! I did not have the pleasure of knowing him. I am a close friend of Kathy's here in Dallas! However, Kathy has shared stories with me and Kris seemed a lot like my own brother whom I lost last year! Praying for peace and comfort for the whole family! Love, Evelyn Johnson! 🙝
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