Helen Knutson Obituary

We announce the death of Helen Knutson of Volga, South Dakota, born in Mitchell, South Dakota, who passed away on June 17, 2026, at the age of 87. Helen will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Helen Knutson to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by: her husband Otis Knutson Jr.; her daughter Bonnie Kay Knutson; and her brothers, Robert and Leroy Nettleton. She is survived by: her children, Ron Knutson (Karen) of Volga, Cindy Kjellsen (Craig) of Arlington and Tim Knutson of Volga; her grandchildren, Austin Knutson (Erin), Larissa Scherff (Aubrey), Mandy Wilde (Isaac), Trevor Kjellsen (Sarah) and Drew Kjellsen (Alicia); her great grandchildren, Jonah, Evelyn, Landree, Chett Knutson, Amelia, Raylan Scherff, Wayland, Adalynn, Layla Wilde, Kya, Ivry Kjellsen and Shady Kjellsen; and her brothers-in-law, Curtis Knutson (Doris) of Volga and Dale Knutson (Jean) of Volga. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews.