Ronald K. Knautz Sr., age 78, of Burlington/Hampshire, died February 7th, 2024, at Northwestern Hospital in Huntley, IL. He was born July 12th, 1945, in Elgin, IL.
A memorial service will be held for Ronald on February 15th, 2024, from 4:00-7:00 PM at Marengo-Union Funeral home, with a religious service at 6:00 PM.
Ronald served in the US Navy, was a mechanic for Chevrolet, and was co-owner of K&M Equipment Repair and Supply alongside his father Harold Sr. in Elgin and Villa Park, IL. He enjoyed fishing, bowling, shooting pool with friends and family and was fan of the Chicago Bears. He was a member of St. John’s Lutheran church in Hampshire serving as an elder in the 1990’s.
Ronald was the son of Harold and Elfrieda (Conzen) Knautz, of Lake in the Hills, IL. He is survived by his brother (Harold), and sister (Susie), two sons: Ronald Jr. and Scott (Savannah) a grandchild. He was preceded in death by his wife, Sherry (Simons) Knautz.