Ward Knutson Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Ward Knutson (Minot, North Dakota), who passed away on November 9, 2025 at the age of 63. 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, Ernest Knutson and Greta Knutson (Grinberg); and his siblings, Laurie Tanner, Dean, Neal, Boyd and Gary Knutson.
He is survived by: his wife Donna Rist; his child Karli Weidler (Jordan) of Velva, ND; his grandsons, Harrison and Emmett Weidler; his sister Gale Knutson of Bismarck, ND; his sister-in-law Kim Knutson of Evans, CO; and his former wife Donna Knutson. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, November 16th 2025 from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the Thomas Family Funeral Home (304 Main St S, Minot, ND 58701). A funeral service will be held on Monday, November 17th 2025 at 1:00 PM at the Our Redeemers Church (700 16th Ave SE, Minot, ND 58701).
Memorials are preferred to the Velva Wildlife Club.
