Eugene Z. Knaus Obituary
The passing of Eugene Z. Knaus of Latrobe, Pennsylvania occurred on September 3, 2026. Eugene, born on April 12, 1937, shared life with family, friends, and community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Eugene Z. Knaus or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Felix Knaus and Helen Knaus (Secosky); his wife Gerri Knaus (Baker); his son Rob; his niece Annette Ritenour; and his brothers-in-law, Robert Baker (LeeAnn), Eddie Baker (Judy) and Danny Mathers.
He is survived by: his daughter Michelle; his sister Monica Ritenour; his niece Angela; his sister Ellen Allison (Bill); his nieces, Marcy and Maureen; his close friend Rich Rosky; Shayleigh, Doug, Renee Lloyd, Bill Stein, Kelsey Stemple (Aaron), Mason and Conrad.
Visitation was held on Wednesday, September 9th 2026 from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Hoffer Wilt Funeral Home (2245 Mt Pleasant Rd, Mt Pleasant, PA 15666). A Mass of Christian burial was held on Thursday, September 10th 2026 at 10:00 AM at the St. Vincent Basilica (300 Fraser Purchase Rd, Latrobe, PA 15650).
