Celebrating the life of
Harry Knutson
October 13, 1923 - February 24, 2017
Harry Knutson died on February 24, 2017 while residing at the Marshes in Savannah, Georgia.
He earned a BS from Brooklyn Polytechnic University and a Masters from Stevens Institute in Chemistry. He interrupted his education to serve 4 years in the Navy as a radioman. He returned to City Island in 1946. In 1947 he married Ruth and they had 2 sons, Eric and Gary. He worked 40 years for Allied Chemical and became Director of Licensing worldwide. While serving with Allied in Japan, he was vice president of a joint venture with Mitsui Corporation. He loved the water, swimming, sailing and scuba diving. As an amateur geologist, he collected, cut and polished gemstones. He was actively involved in church serving on committees and teaching Sunday School. He is survived by his wife, 2 sons, 5 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to Miss Ruth and her sons. Mr. Knutzen was a very sweet and humorous man. I know that he will be missed. I pray for peace and strength for my dear friend Miss Ruth. They had a long happy marriage. God Bless. Penny
- Penny Gibson, Savannah , Ga
Gary and Gayle, we're so sorry for your loss and praying for you and your family.
- Connie & Ralph Tillmann, Cary, NC
Gary, our sincere condolences to you and your family
- Perry & Debra Cox, Apex, NC
We will miss Harry, his droll humor, kindness, conservative views, self-deprecating with, and cheerful outlook. My love to Ruth and family. Lane Reeves
- Lane Reeves, Savannah, GA
We will miss Harry, his droll humor, kindness, conservative views, self-deprecating with, and cheerful outlook. My love to Ruth and family. Lane Reeves
- Lane Reeves, Savannah, GA
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to Miss Ruth and her sons. Mr. Knutzen was a very sweet and humorous man. I know that he will be missed. I pray for peace and strength for my dear friend Miss Ruth. They had a long happy marriage. God Bless. Penny
- Penny Gibson, Savannah , Ga
Gary and Gayle, we're so sorry for your loss and praying for you and your family.
- Connie & Ralph Tillmann, Cary, NC
Gary, our sincere condolences to you and your family
- Perry & Debra Cox, Apex, NC
We will miss Harry, his droll humor, kindness, conservative views, self-deprecating with, and cheerful outlook. My love to Ruth and family. Lane Reeves
- Lane Reeves, Savannah, GA
We will miss Harry, his droll humor, kindness, conservative views, self-deprecating with, and cheerful outlook. My love to Ruth and family. Lane Reeves
- Lane Reeves, Savannah, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
