Ethel Marie Knackstedt

Ethel way born Nov. 26, 1926 in West Plains, MO, moved to K.C. MO at age 17, entered into marriage with Lloyd Knackstedt Apr. 29, 1947. She was a faithful wife, loving and fun mother, superior homemaker, seamstress, canned fruits and vegetables from Lloyd’s garden and prepared countless meals for her family and friends.

She was a wonderful friend to many, many people. She was a surrogate mother to countless young people and supported them from youth through their adulthood. Ethel was an Elder and was a loyal charter member of Bethel Community of Christ congregation and a dedicated servant to the Lord’s work.

Ethel was preceded in death by her husband Lloyd of 72 years.

She is survived by four daughters, Kathy French, Barbara O’Dell & husband Scott, Jeanette Harris and Karen Wurst. 5 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren, many nieces, nephews and friends.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Bethel Community of Christ.

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