Celebrating the life of
Kenneth Leslie Knorr
September 22, 1953 - January 20, 2012
Kenneth Leslie Knorr
Savannah, Kenneth Leslie Knorr, 58, passed away Friday, January 20, 2012 at Hospice Savannah, surrounded by his loving family.
He was born in Queens, New York, but at a young age moved to Savannah, Georgia. He was a graduate of H. V. Jenkins High School. He loved playing softball and basketball. He learned to operate heavy equipment in the United States Naval Reserve. He worked for Tracey Dixon Paving Company, before hiring on with the SCL Railroad which later became the CSX Railroad. Serving with the United Transportation Union for 29 years, he was president of UTU Local 1031 for many years. He was also Local Chairman for the Savannah yard and road. He worked for CSX railroad for over 30 years. He was a very devoted union representative to all his men and women, and they always knew they could call him any time.
He was a loving and devoted husband and father. He was very proud of his children and their achievements. He volunteered from elementary school through high school with all of their activities and sports. One of his proudest moments is when his son, Patrick signed to play football at North Greenville University where he became involved with the Crusader Club. He was a member of Savannah Christian Church. Most recent, Mr. Knorr became involved with a men's breakfast group, The Band of Brothers. He enjoyed fellowship with them.
He is preceded in death by his father, William L. Knorr and step-father, William A. Flathmann. He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Nancy Garland Knorr; his daughter, Meagan and son, Patrick and daughter-in-law, Ashley. Also surviving are his mother, Christine Knorr Flathmann; brother, Roger W. Knorr Ginny and several nieces and nephews.
He will be remembered for his caring, mentoring and generosity. He will be truly missed by all.
Visitation: 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., Monday, January 23, 2012 at Savannah Christian Church on Al Henderson Boulevard.
Memorial Service: 7:00 p.m., Monday, January 23, 2012 at Savannah Christian Church.
Remembrances: In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Relentless Campaign-Savannah Christian Church – 55 Al Henderson Blvd., Savannah, GA 31419 or Hospice Savannah – P.O. Box 13190, Savannah, GA 31416
Kenney was a very dedicated father and railroadman. He always talked about his family. And he always did what was best for his fellow workers. He will be missed. Our thoughts are with you at this time of loss. Andy Harp
- Andy Harp, Columbus, GA
with deepest sympathy from PTI of Waycross, Savannh and Jacksonville
- joyce blocker, blackshear, GA
with deepest sympathy from PTI of Waycross, Savannh and Jacksonville
- joyce blocker, blackshear, GA
our deepest sympathy and prayers are with the faily at this time.
- david and helen wynn, midway, GA
Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the loss of your loved one.
- Kim Hahn, Savannah, GA
Patrick and family,sorry for the loss of your father and husband. Win or lose he was always there for you. You are in our prayers. Coach Jack and Betty Miller
- Jack Miller, Tybee Island, GA
may god bless THE family, and may peace be with them and comfort them always.I WORKED WITH KENNY,AND HE WAS A GOOD FRIEND,AND HE WILL BE TRULY MISSED.
- JOHNNY MCKENZIE, savannah, GA
I would like to extend my sincere condolences to Kenny's family. He was a good man and will be gretly missed. Keep all of you in my tholughts and prayers. With deepest Sympathy, Tim Strickland
- Tim Strickland, Springfield, GA
Our sincere codolences to the family. Kenny was a good friend and advisor to so many. He will be greatly missed. You all will be in our prayers. Sincerely, Gary CSX Retiree & Micki Rahn
- Gary & Micki Rahn, Savannah, GA
We are so sad to hear of Kenny's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
- Wyman & Pam Harley, Statesboro, GA
Nancy & Family, So sorry to learn of your loss. Kenny was a dear friend. We worked together for many years. He will be greatly missed.
- Gary Buchan, savannah, GA
Nancy, We are so sorry to hear of Kenny's passing. Kenny was a man I enjoyed working with. We worked together off and on for 22 years. Never did I hear Kenny complain about his union job or his fellow man concerning the everyday trial and tribulation we as 'railroad men' normally do. Kenny always had a answer for any question that might come up in conversation concerning or everyday life activity on the rails. Kenny would always say 'well things could be worse'. Nancy, Kenny will be missed and I pray God's peace will be with you and your family during this time of breavement.
- Dwayne & Jennifer Scurry, Waycross,, GA
We have been praying for Kenny these last months at Band Of Brothers, and now we pray for the family on your loss. We will miss him greatly. Bryan Dasher
- Bryan Dasher, Savannah, GA
I'm saddened to hear of Kens loss. He was a good fellow worker at CSX R/R and Union Representative. He always greeted you with that big warm smile of his. Rest in peace my friend!
- Ted Gray, Richmond Hill, GA
Nancy, I wish that I had the words to provide comfort to you and your children at Ken's death. I am sorry that I will not be able to see you in person or attend the service for Ken. May you find peace and comfort in the Lord, your family, and friends.
- Melanie Hunter Gibson, Florissant, CO
Nancy and family. we were so sorry to hear about Kennys passing. I worked with him many times on the railroad and when I got hurt he sure was a blessing to Judy. He helped with all questions, paper work etc. He will surly be misse. You are in our hearts and prayers.
- Charles & Judy Shearouse, Guyton, GA
Dear Nancy and family, We are so sorry for the passing of Kenny. Our memories of Kenny will always be about the railroad but he was also our friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Raiford and Marie Brandon
- Raiford Brandon, Savannah, GA
Meagan and family, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
- Michelle Dennis, Savannah, GA
Kenny was such a wonderful person. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Wesley and Amanda Griffin
- UTU Local 1790, Fitzgerald, GA
Nancy, I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
- Carol Hodge, Richmond Hill, GA
My deepest sympathy.
- Gretchen Patricio, Savannah, GA
Nancy and family, Kenny and I worked the North Pool to Augusta and F794 Estill Turn together for several years. We would always try to be off early on Friday when Patrick was playing football at college. Any time I would call Kenny with a question, I would say 'Sorry to bother you' and he would always say 'You're not bothering me.' We have prayed for him with our Sunday School class but God was ready for him to come home. Maybe God needed a Local Chairman up in Heaven to help him run things. We will sure miss him and I know everyone else will. Ricky Fail
- Ricky Fail, Rincon, GA
Nancy - We are both so saddened by Kenny's passing. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Danny & Becky Cockrell
- Danny Cockrell, Evans, GA
Condolences to Nancy and family.
- Barbara H. McCoy, Savannah, GA
Nancy, Meagan and Patrick I am so sorry for the loss of your husband and father. Ken was such a wonderful friend,volunteer and neighbor. His love and memories will always live in your hearts. Prayers for all of you, June
- June Rich, Savannah, GA
Kenny was my friend. I spent many hours with him on the job. He was a good Railroad man. I always enjoyed the conversations we had. I will miss him. Lester Igou
- Lester Igou, Rincon, GA
Nancy and family -- you will be in our thoughts and prayers as your family has always been special to us.
- Jud & Dawn Blount, Grayson, GA
Nancy, and children. I am so sorry for your loss. Kenny was one to tell it like it is. And helpful hints to my children, ones that are so helpful. Whenever he had to pick up papers UTU related, Jeff at work and I'd be home we'd talk, and I'd hear stories about the kids, and baseball, and whatever was going on at the time. Even though I had never met you all, I felt like I knew you. I will miss ours talks in the driveway about the 'kids' even though yours are grown, I heard many. I always got good pointers. Kenny was always excited to see what I was up to, gutting a room, painting crazy stuff in the driveway. And very positive, which I so appreciated. He will be missed, but never forgotten.
- Jennifer Wittig, Savannah, GA
Kenney was a very dedicated father and railroadman. He always talked about his family. And he always did what was best for his fellow workers. He will be missed. Our thoughts are with you at this time of loss. Andy Harp
- Andy Harp, Columbus, GA
with deepest sympathy from PTI of Waycross, Savannh and Jacksonville
- joyce blocker, blackshear, GA
with deepest sympathy from PTI of Waycross, Savannh and Jacksonville
- joyce blocker, blackshear, GA
our deepest sympathy and prayers are with the faily at this time.
- david and helen wynn, midway, GA
Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the loss of your loved one.
- Kim Hahn, Savannah, GA
Patrick and family,sorry for the loss of your father and husband. Win or lose he was always there for you. You are in our prayers. Coach Jack and Betty Miller
- Jack Miller, Tybee Island, GA
may god bless THE family, and may peace be with them and comfort them always.I WORKED WITH KENNY,AND HE WAS A GOOD FRIEND,AND HE WILL BE TRULY MISSED.
- JOHNNY MCKENZIE, savannah, GA
I would like to extend my sincere condolences to Kenny's family. He was a good man and will be gretly missed. Keep all of you in my tholughts and prayers. With deepest Sympathy, Tim Strickland
- Tim Strickland, Springfield, GA
Our sincere codolences to the family. Kenny was a good friend and advisor to so many. He will be greatly missed. You all will be in our prayers. Sincerely, Gary CSX Retiree & Micki Rahn
- Gary & Micki Rahn, Savannah, GA
We are so sad to hear of Kenny's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
- Wyman & Pam Harley, Statesboro, GA
Nancy & Family, So sorry to learn of your loss. Kenny was a dear friend. We worked together for many years. He will be greatly missed.
- Gary Buchan, savannah, GA
Nancy, We are so sorry to hear of Kenny's passing. Kenny was a man I enjoyed working with. We worked together off and on for 22 years. Never did I hear Kenny complain about his union job or his fellow man concerning the everyday trial and tribulation we as 'railroad men' normally do. Kenny always had a answer for any question that might come up in conversation concerning or everyday life activity on the rails. Kenny would always say 'well things could be worse'. Nancy, Kenny will be missed and I pray God's peace will be with you and your family during this time of breavement.
- Dwayne & Jennifer Scurry, Waycross,, GA
We have been praying for Kenny these last months at Band Of Brothers, and now we pray for the family on your loss. We will miss him greatly. Bryan Dasher
- Bryan Dasher, Savannah, GA
I'm saddened to hear of Kens loss. He was a good fellow worker at CSX R/R and Union Representative. He always greeted you with that big warm smile of his. Rest in peace my friend!
- Ted Gray, Richmond Hill, GA
Nancy, I wish that I had the words to provide comfort to you and your children at Ken's death. I am sorry that I will not be able to see you in person or attend the service for Ken. May you find peace and comfort in the Lord, your family, and friends.
- Melanie Hunter Gibson, Florissant, CO
Nancy and family. we were so sorry to hear about Kennys passing. I worked with him many times on the railroad and when I got hurt he sure was a blessing to Judy. He helped with all questions, paper work etc. He will surly be misse. You are in our hearts and prayers.
- Charles & Judy Shearouse, Guyton, GA
Dear Nancy and family, We are so sorry for the passing of Kenny. Our memories of Kenny will always be about the railroad but he was also our friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Raiford and Marie Brandon
- Raiford Brandon, Savannah, GA
Meagan and family, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
- Michelle Dennis, Savannah, GA
Kenny was such a wonderful person. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Wesley and Amanda Griffin
- UTU Local 1790, Fitzgerald, GA
Nancy, I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
- Carol Hodge, Richmond Hill, GA
My deepest sympathy.
- Gretchen Patricio, Savannah, GA
Nancy and family, Kenny and I worked the North Pool to Augusta and F794 Estill Turn together for several years. We would always try to be off early on Friday when Patrick was playing football at college. Any time I would call Kenny with a question, I would say 'Sorry to bother you' and he would always say 'You're not bothering me.' We have prayed for him with our Sunday School class but God was ready for him to come home. Maybe God needed a Local Chairman up in Heaven to help him run things. We will sure miss him and I know everyone else will. Ricky Fail
- Ricky Fail, Rincon, GA
Nancy - We are both so saddened by Kenny's passing. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Danny & Becky Cockrell
- Danny Cockrell, Evans, GA
Condolences to Nancy and family.
- Barbara H. McCoy, Savannah, GA
Nancy, Meagan and Patrick I am so sorry for the loss of your husband and father. Ken was such a wonderful friend,volunteer and neighbor. His love and memories will always live in your hearts. Prayers for all of you, June
- June Rich, Savannah, GA
Kenny was my friend. I spent many hours with him on the job. He was a good Railroad man. I always enjoyed the conversations we had. I will miss him. Lester Igou
- Lester Igou, Rincon, GA
Nancy and family -- you will be in our thoughts and prayers as your family has always been special to us.
- Jud & Dawn Blount, Grayson, GA
Nancy, and children. I am so sorry for your loss. Kenny was one to tell it like it is. And helpful hints to my children, ones that are so helpful. Whenever he had to pick up papers UTU related, Jeff at work and I'd be home we'd talk, and I'd hear stories about the kids, and baseball, and whatever was going on at the time. Even though I had never met you all, I felt like I knew you. I will miss ours talks in the driveway about the 'kids' even though yours are grown, I heard many. I always got good pointers. Kenny was always excited to see what I was up to, gutting a room, painting crazy stuff in the driveway. And very positive, which I so appreciated. He will be missed, but never forgotten.
- Jennifer Wittig, Savannah, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
