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Franklin Knudson
Apr 4, 1952 — Oct 4, 2026
Franklin O. Knudson, age 74, passed away on October 4, 2026 in St. Charles MINN after a longtime struggle with his health problems.
He was born on April 4,1952 in Rochester MN.
Frank loved to tinker and tell jokes.
He is survived by his step children Michael (Elaine) Marlow and Timothy Marlow; grandchildren Cory (Katie) Marlow and Kellie (Joel) Paulson; sisters Elizabeth Gawlick, Clara Knudson, Rose Pappas, Ruthann Tunison, and Maryann Knudson; 13 nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends.
Frank was preceded in death by his parents Clarence and Eunice Knudson of Rochester and his brothers Arthur and Vernon Kndson.
A memorial service will be held at 4pm on Friday, October 16, 2026, at The Salvation Army, 20 1st Ave NE, Rochester, MN 55906. A visitation will be held 1 hour prior to the service.
Ranfranz and Vine Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Knudson family.
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