Karen Anne (Peterson) Knaup
Obituary
Karen Anne (Peterson) Knaup of Great Falls passed away on June 22, 2023, at the age of 74. She was born in Great Falls on March 12, 1949, to Merle and Signe Peterson. Karen attended schools in Great Falls and graduated from C.M. Russell High School in 1967. Later, she attended the University of Montana and graduated with a degree in education.
Karen is survived by her husband, Richard of Stockett; her sons Kerry (Kay) Parsons of Great Falls and Luke (Alyssa) Knaup of Stockett. Siblings include her sister Sandi (Bert) Beattie, Eric Peterson, and Tim (Alisa) Peterson, all of Great Falls. In addition, Karen has three surviving grandchildren, Kurtis and Kaydee Parsons, and Wesley Knaup.
Karen was employed at Benefis for many years, working in patient accounts. She developed a love for travel, including trips to Mexico, Hawaii, and Sweden. She will be missed by many friends and family members.
A celebration of life is scheduled on August 12, 2023 (1-4 PM) at the Great Falls Eagles FOE #14, 1501 9th Street South, Great Falls, Montana.
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Services
August 12, 2023
1:00 PM
Eagles Lodge
1501 9th Street South
Great Falls, MT 59405
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In Loving Memory Of
Karen Knaup
March 12, 1949-June 22, 2023
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