Charles Ray Knotts
Charles Ray Knotts, age 85, of Chardon, passed on May 3, 2025.
He was born to Clarence and Isabelle (nee McCoy) Knotts on Sept. 12, 1939, in Wendel, W. Va.
Chuck married Kathryn Briggs on Sept. 24, 1977.
Chuck supported his family and helped raise five children while working countless hours as a stationary engineer. While at Allied Chemical, he obtained a stationary engineer’s license before moving on to Diamond Shamrock, Republic Steel and LTV Steel. His final stop at Painesville Electric Plant gifted him the opportunity to work with his daughter, Karen, before retiring at the age of 74.
Chuck was a very talented and creative wood carver. He enjoyed camping, reading Stephen King novels and watching comedy. Cleveland sports always brought him what he valued most, sharing time and laughs with family. He had a warm way of making everyone feel comfortable and welcome. His quick wit and legacy of “earned, not given” lives on in his children and grandchildren.
He is survived by sons, Robert (Mary Joan) Knotts, of Maryland, Ronald Knotts, of Ohio, Bradley Knotts, of Washington, Joe (Amy Rose) Knotts, of Ohio; six grandchildren, Megan Knotts, Timothy Knotts, Grace Lease, Carly Rose, Colton Rose, Faith Knotts; and four great-grandchildren, Kara, Sofia, Jackson, Theo; as well as beloved nieces, nephews, their families and dear friends.
Preceded in death by his wife of 45 years, Kathryn Knotts; daughter, Karen Knotts; daughter-in-law, Pamela Knotts; parents, Clarence and Isabelle Knotts; brother, John ‘Bucky’ Knotts; sister, Ellen Ahlborn.
The family will receive friends on Sunday, June 8, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., with the memorial service to follow at 1 p.m., at Burr Funeral Home, 116 South St., Chardon.
The family asks for friends to join them after the service to celebrate the life of Charles Knotts at The Lodge at Bass Lake, 426 South St., Chardon.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to be made to the Alzheimer’s Association at www.alz.org in honor of Charles.
Arrangements are entrusted to Burr Funeral Home and Cremation Service. Online condolences and memories may be shared at www.burrservice.com.
