Donald N. Knuteson
April 24, 1933 - April 12, 2020
Obituary
LODI - Donald N. Knuteson, age 86, passed away on Sunday, April 12, 2020 at his home. He was born on April 24, 1933, in Poynette, the son of Nels and Janetta (Johnson) Knuteson. He married Lorraine Seemann-Duerst on April 28, 1956 in Lodi. Donald was employed as an Electrician for Oscar Mayer Co. for 47 years retiring in 1998. He was a life-long member of Dekorra Lutheran Church. In addition to Lorraine, his wife of nearly 64 years, he is survived by his sons, Steven (Jill), David, Dale (Heidi), and Erik Knuteson, and Gary (Christy) Duerst; his daughter, Carol Duerst Septer; eight grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; his sisters, Margaret Jameson and Marlene (Don) Fitzgerald, and other relatives and many friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; four brothers, Lewellyn, Kenneth, Merle, and Richard and his sister, Marian. Due to the mandates of COVID-19, a celebration of life will be held at a future date. The family would like to extend a special thanks to SSM-Hospice for their loving care of Donald.
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Kathy Hendricks
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Erik, we are very sorry for you and your family's loss of your father. May the fond memories bring you a sense of peace and comfort. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time. šš Dave and Kathy Hendricks
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Dennis & Sharon Jones
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Don and Lorraine are great neighbors and Don was a friend that would always lend a helping hand and visit with,
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Hollie Haupt
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Lorraine and family, so sorry for your loss, never is easy to lose a loved one. I hope with this virus you get to spend time with each other. Hollie Haupt.
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Cheryl Budisch
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My Uncle Donnie loved babies and his doggies. He had a huge and soft heart. He kissed boo boos. dried tears, and his hugs were always tight. We didn't see each other often, but when we did it was as if we were never apart. I love you Uncle Don.
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Linda Joiner
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Lorraine and family, Iām so sorry for your loss. May God bring you comfort and peace. I have many fond memories of Don while he was working at the dump. He was always so full of fun and a very kind gentleman. Bless your hearts, Linda Joiner
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Laura Koltes
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Donnie would always pop over to say Hi and never failed I was covered in dirt tip to toe. I always enjoyed our chats. God Bless! Rest in peace.