Richard R Knauf

August 15, 2020

Richard Roy “Dick” Knauf passed away peacefully, Saturday, August 15, 2020, after a lengthy illness with his loving family at his side. Loving husband of Patricia Thibault Knauf for 54 years. Devoted father of Richard Knauf of Mandeville. Grandfather of Nathan Knauf and Nic Knauf, adopted daughter Sky Smith and one great granddaughter Violet who he adored. Brother of Craig Knauf from Ohio. Dick was born in Alliance, Ohio. He was preceded in death by his parents Jean and Richard, his brother Scott and his daughter Brandi. He attended Bowling Green College in Ohio where he was an “All American” football player. He went to work at NCR as a computer salesman. Dick and Patricia moved to Louisiana in 1969 with baby Rick in tow. He eventually started his own company, Information Systems Unlimited, in Metairie which he had for many years. Dick was an exceptional person and never met a stranger. He would talk to anyone and often did for hours. He also gave the best hugs and had the most illuminating smile. Everyone who knew Dick couldn’t help but be his friend…he was so easy to like. He made everyone feel special. After Dick retired, they bought an RV and traveled the country for several years where they made many new friends. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the American Heart Association. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Memorial Service on Friday, August 21, 2020 at St. Timothy United Methodist Church, 335 Asbury Dr., Mandeville. Visitation will begin at 10:30am with the Service starting at 11:00am. Serenity Funeral Home, Covington, in charge of arrangements. Condolences can be posted at www.serenitycovington.com