Larry Russell Knudsen Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Larry Russell Knudsen (Spencer, Iowa), born in Kingsley, Iowa, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on November 7, 2025 at the age of 85. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Russell Knudsen and Arloa Knudsen; his great grandchild Tate Benjamin Nolan; and his brother-in-law Jerome Mykietyn. He is survived by: his siblings, Richard Knudsen (Judy), Linda Mykietyn and Paul Knudsen (Natalie); his wife Marlene Vanderhoff; his children, Bradley Knudsen (Jess), LaDonna Tellinghuisen (Dale), Karen and Sonya Brizzolara (Jack); his grandchildren, Kelsey Nolan (Ben), Cassady Knudsen, Cole Knudsen, Justin Tellinghuisen (Bobbi), Troy Tellinghuisen, Zackary Tellinghuisen (Lauren), Megan Mathsen (Nicholas) and Julia Brizzolara; and his great grandchildren, Ryder, Emmett and Rory.
Viewing will be held on Saturday, November 15th 2025 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at the Warner Funeral Home-Spencer (225 W 3rd St, Spencer, IA 51301). A memorial service will be held on Saturday, November 15th 2025 at 2:00 PM at the same location. A burial will be held on Saturday, November 15th 2025 at the Dickens Cemetery.