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To Recognize and Honor the life of Peder “Pete” Knudsen, and expresses our sincere condolences to his family and loved ones
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WHEREAS, Peder “Pete” Knudsen of Grove City passed away peacefully Thursday, February 25, 2021 at the age of 76. Pete was born in Aurora, OH on October 2, 1944 to Peder "Bernie" Christian Bernard Knudsen and Vera "Mickey" Luella (Dannewitz) Knudsen; and
WHEREAS, Pete is a graduate of Gahanna Lincoln High School. He earned an associate’s degree from Columbus State Community College, a bachelor’s degree from Capital University, and a Masters in Theological Studies from Trinity Lutheran Seminary; and
WHEREAS, Pete served the City of Columbus for 40 years, most recently as the Building Maintenance Manager for the Department of Public Safety. As a former Columbus Division of Police officer, Pete was exceptional at ensuring the safety and functionality of public safety facilities; and
WHEREAS, Pete was a man of strong faith who devoted himself to his family, his church community, and his proud Norwegian Heritage; and
WHEREAS, Pete enjoyed adventure. As a member of the Mojos Jeep Club, he owned at least 12 jeeps over his lifetime. He also had a lifelong love affair with the state of Colorado where he enjoyed many visits; and
WHERAS, Pete was a proud and loving husband, father, brother, and grandfather. He is survived by his wife, Kathy Wine; his children, Kimberly Ann Byers, Peder “Chris” Knudsen, Paula D’Amico; step son, Steven Wine; grandchildren, Cody Byers, Eloise Knudsen, Soren Knudsen, and Jackson D'Amico, great granddaughter; Brigitte Byers. He is survived by his siblings, Karolyn Tate, Kathy Wyant, and Michael Knudsen; now, therefore
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBUS:
That this Council does hereby recognize and honor the life of Peder “Pete” Knudsen, and expresses our sincere condolences to his family and loved ones.