George A. Knackmuhs, 76, of West Salem, IL, passed from this life to the next on January 11, 2019 at Lawrence County Memorial Hospital in Lawrenceville, IL.
He was born May 27, 1942 in Olney, IL, the son of Anna (Read) and Richard Knackmuhs. He married Judith Dickerson on August 2, 1986 at Little Wabash Church, and she preceded him in death on August 21, 1990.
George was an Army Veteran, serving during the Vietnam War. He was a farmer, and a harness horse owner. He was very involved in racing. In fact, it was his life!
He is survived by one sister, Sharon Gardner, one niece, and two nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife and his parents.
Visitation will be held Friday, January 18, 2019 from 10 a.m. to noon at Ingram-Meridith Funeral Home in West Salem. The funeral service will begin at noon at the funeral home with burial to follow at Little Wabash Cemetery. Military Honors will be conducted at the graveside.
Family and friends are asked to dress casual for the service.
Fond memories and condolences may be shared with the family at www.meridithfuneralhome.com.
Ingram-Meridith Funeral Home of West Salem is honored to be entrusted with the arrangements.