Thelma Amelia Knauke, 90, of Estes Park, passed away on April 15, 2025. She was born in Pennsylvania on September 30, 1935, to Amelia and Hermann Knauke. Thelma had one brother. She lived in Estes Park for 40 years.
Thelma graduated from High School and went on to Northwestern College of Chiropractic and the Art College of Philadelphia. She enjoyed numerous professions: she was a successful fashion-designer in NYC, an English teacher to high school girls, an architectural draftsman, a chiropractor, and a salesgirl.
Thelma’s life revolved around her Christian faith. Obedience to God was her #1 priority. She was active in evangelism, politics, and following current events. She also loved outdoor activities: hiking, bicycling, and gardening. She was a world traveler, bicycling through Europe, Great Britain, Ireland, Germany, France, and living in Israel for three years. She was a member of Cornerstone Church of Estes Valley and involved with local and patriotic organizations. Thelma loved animals and had cats and dogs until she was too feeble to take care of them.
Thelma never married and was proceeded in death by her parents Amelia and Hermann Knauke. She will be greatly missed by many friends who treasured her friendship.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donations made to Cornerstone Church of Estes Valley (2200 Mall Rd, Estes Park, Colorado 80517 US, https://www.ccestes.com/give) or Crossroads Ministry of Estes Park (1753 Wildfire Road, Estes Park, Colorado 80517 US, https://www.crossroadsep.org/donate). Please visit www.allnuttestespark.com to leave messages and to see the active links for donations in Thelma’s honor. Checks may be made to either organization and mailed to: Allnutt Funeral Service at 1302 Graves Avenue Estes Park, CO 80517 c/o Thelma Knauke.
A celebration of life for Thelma Knauke for Thelma will be held Tuesday, July 29, 2025 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Cornerstone Church, 2200 Mall Road, Estes Park, CO 80517. If possible, please RSVP to Allnutt funeral services 970-586-3101
