Richard Donald Knoblock, Jr.

Richard “Grandpa” Donald Knoblock, Jr, age 71, passed away at Aspirus Wausau Hospital on Tuesday, June 24, 2025. He was born August 12, 1953, in Chicago, IL, to parents Richard Sr. and Shirley Knoblock. He graduated from Phillips High School.

He married Rose Anderson on September 11, 1971. Richard enjoyed camping and gardening and loved spending time with his family.

Richard was preceded in death by his parents, and his brother Pat Knoblock. He is survived by his loving wife Rose; children: Rose (Scott) Smugala, Rich (Lynn Mathers) Knoblock; grandchildren: Ashley (Jeremy) Leu, Katie (Wyatt) Newstrom, Megan Knoblock, Courtney Knoblock, Jake Smugala; great grandchildren: Violet Schmalz, Emerie Leu, soon to be great granddaughter; siblings: Carol (Phil) Lintner, Shirley (Cliff) Hermanson; George (Patty) Knoblock; several nieces and nephews, and his loving and loyal dog Buddy.

Private family services have been held.