Charles Knueven Obituary

Charles Urban Thomas Knueven

Charles Urban Thomas Knueven, 76, of Leipsic, passed away at 7:52 p.m. Sunday, July 24, 2022, at his residence. He was born Feb. 17, 1946, in Lima, to the late Leonard and Stella (Verhoff) Knueven. On April 12, 1969, he married Kathleen Fleming, and she preceded him in death Sept. 12, 2009.

Charles is survived by six children, Kevin Knueven of Leipsic, Keith (Chal Pivik) Knueven of Los Angelos, California, Laureen Knueven of Leipsic, Jennifer (Chuck) Proctor of Pandora, and Nathan (Kristin) Knueven and Scott (Jamie) Knueven, both of Leipsic; seven grandchildren, Gavin Werling, Riley Knueven, Myra, Emilee, and Harper Knueven, and Skye and Chase Proctor; siblings, Al (Mary) Knueven and Jane (Joseph) Uphaus; and in-laws, Susan Knueven, Marilyn Knueven, Jeanne (Amin) Hassan, and Bill (Linda) Fleming.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; two brothers, Ed and John Knueven; and sister-in-law, Alvera.

Charles was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church, Leipsic. He was a Eucharistic Minister and a member of the Holy Name, as well as Knights of Columbus. He was also a member of Leipsic Eagles. Charles was a life-long farmer. He loved farming, gator rides, and ice cream. Charles was very proud of his kids and he loved his family and grandchildren. Charles never knew a stranger and would carry on a conversation with everyone.

Funeral Mass will be 10 a.m. Saturday, July 30, 2022, at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Leipsic, with Father Randy Giesige officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Visitation will be 2-8 p.m. Friday, July 29, 2022, and 9-10 a.m. Saturday at LOVE-HEITMEYER FUNERAL HOME, Leipsic.

Memorial donations may be made to Putnam County Hospice or St. Mary's Catholic Church.

Condolences may be expressed at www.lovefuneralhome.com.