Thomas R. Knabe Obituary
In loving memory of Thomas R. Knabe of Belvidere, Illinois, who departed this world on December 10, 2025 at the age of 83. Thomas leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Alvin Knabe and Evelyn Knabe (Werhand); his brothers, Timothy and James Knabe; and his sister-in-law Darlene Knabe.
He is survived by: his wife Christine Knabe; his children, Thomas Knabe (Laura) of Poplar Grove, Susan Knabe of Belvidere, John Knabe of Loves Park and Andrew Knabe of Poplar Grove; his grandchildren, Alexandra Anderson (Derek), Nicholas Knabe (Morgan), Autumn Helfvogt (Gary), Elliette, John Griffin, Austin and Emmie Knabe; his great grandchildren, Chesney, Memphis, Lace Anderson and Ada Helfvogt; his brother Terry Knabe of Denver, CO; and his sister-in-law Dorothy Knabe of Rockford. He is also survived by many cousins, nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Tom's name to the Poor Clare Colettine Nuns of Rockford.
