John E. Knudson Jr. Obituary
The passing of John E. Knudson Jr. in Grand Forks, North Dakota leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on February 22, 2026 at the age of 85. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of John E. Knudson Jr. to show support.
He was predeceased by: his parents, John Knudson and Elsie Knudson (Berg); and his brothers-in-law, Gary Ridley (Joyce) and John Ridley. He is survived by: his wife Jackie; his children, Sue Ellen Olson (Steve) of Apple Valley, MN, Eric Knudson (Jen), Julie Ramlo of Eden Prairie, MN, Scott Knudson (Tammy) and Becky Bryan (Joe); his grandchildren, Ben (Kimmy), Dan (Lara), Tim (Amber), Katie, Ethan, Grace, Brooke, Sophie, Amanda (Josh), Maggie and Jack; his great grandchildren, Henrik, Alex, Elisabeth, Ezra, Edee, Zeke, Jocelyn, Thomas, Jordan, Anna, Barrett, Jameson and Austin; his brother Eldon; and his sisters-in-law, Cindy Ridley of Garden City and Judy Gossett (Steve) of Seattle. He is also survived by several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Memorials may be given to Calvary Lutheran Church, the Grand Forks Children’s Museum, the University of North Dakota or the charity of the donor’s choice.
