July 9, 2009 at 8:38 a.m.
Joseph Patrick Knafla
Joseph Patrick Knafla
Joe is survived by his loving parents; Roy Knafla and Sherie (Jon) Westlund. Siblings; Sarah (Jeff) Swenson, Travis (Kari) Zornes, and Hannah Zornes. The love of his life, Gretchen Richter. His grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, and his many friends.
Gentle giant, compassionate, honest, selfless, sense of humor, and adrenaline junkie are just a few ways to describe this devoted family and friend.
Joe spent a great amount of his time competing in basketball, soccer, and served as captain of the tennis team. Along with being a fierce competitor, he was a loyal team player. He lettered in all three sports and dreamed to go pro one day.
Joe gave back to the community by volunteering in the Chisago Lakes Youth Group at Lakes Free Church, in Lindstrom. Joe also enjoyed being an assistant for Chisago Lakes girl's tennis team.
While attending Methodist University in Fayetteville, NC, Joe was working towards a degree in exercise science. His activities included; tennis, ultimate frisbee, and a strict exercise program. While studying, Joe also forged many strong friendships.
Joe will be remembered by some as "sweet boy" and "big cousin" and to all for his large stature and big heart. His passion for sports, love for children and animals, breakfast of donuts and Mountain Dew, and his never-ending willingness to give large hugs and "I Love You's!"
Funeral service 11 a.m. Thursday July 9, at Lakes Free Church in Lindstrom. Visitation 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the Grandstrand Funeral Home in Lindstrom.
Private family interment.
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