William J. Knisely's obituary , Passed away on April 1, 2023 in Rochester Hills, Michigan

William J. Knisely

June 1, 1935 - April 1, 2023 (87 years old)

Rochester Hills, Michigan

William J. Knisely's obituary , Passed away on April 1, 2023 in Rochester Hills, Michigan

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William J. Knisely Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved William J. Knisely of Rochester Hills, Michigan, born in Pontiac, Michigan, who passed away at the age of 87, on April 1, 2023. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by : his parents, William "Joe" Knisely and Hazel Knisely Sr. (Frye); his sister Carolyn "Sue" Jenks; his son Randall W. Knisely; his brother Charles; and his siblings-in-law, Jean Smith and Ray Carter.

He is survived by : his wife Carolyn Smith; his daughter Kimberly Fleming (Bob); his sister Donna J. Carter; his brother-in-law Robert Jenks (Barbara); and his grandchildren, Matthew Mercier, Travis Fleming (Amber), Erin Pons (Jamie), Alex Knisely and Lily Smith. He is also survived by five great grandchildren, and many dearly loved nieces and nephews, as well as extended family.

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Gillies Funeral Home



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Sat

Apr 22

Visitation

St. Luke's United Methodist Church
3980 Walton Blvd., Rochester Hills, MI 48309

Sat

Apr 22

Memorial service

St. Luke's United Methodist Church
3980 Walton Blvd., Rochester Hills, MI 48309

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