Daniel E. Knaak

Daniel E. Knaak of Rochester, New York Passed away on, October 20, 2024 at the age of 81.

Predeceased by his parents, Edward and Marjorie Knaak; brother, David E. Knaak.

He is survived by his wife, Grace; children, Kathleen Knaak and Geoffrey Daniel Knaak (Silvia Espinoza); grandchildren, Aaron Cole (Amanda McNally), Benjamin Cole, Victor Daniel Knaak-Espinoza, Brissa Valentina Gomez Espinoza, Julio Cesar Gomez Espinoza; brother, Edward Knaak (Lorry); sister, Marilyn Owens (Michael); sister-in-law, Julie Hutchings; several nieces and nephews.

A celebration of Daniel’s life will be held at the Northern Chautauqua Conservation Club, 1 North Mullet Street, Dunkirk, N.Y.. on Sunday, Dec. 1, 2024 from 5-7 p.m.

Contributions may be made to an animal shelter of your choice in Dan’s memory.

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