Obituary of Leo Knoblauch
Knoblauch: Leo Ove
A resident of Chatham, Leo Knoblauch passed away at the Chatham-Kent Health Alliance - Chatham Campus on June 26, 2026 at the age of 92.
Born in Denmark , Leo was the son of the late Sofus and Kirstine (née Simonsen) Knoblauch.
Beloved husband of the late Mary Ann Knoblauch (née Maynard).
Survived by his children Cindy Remington (David) of Blenheim, Patty Shea (Patrick) of South Buxton, Karl Knoblauch (Jamie) of Chatham, Allen Knoblauch (Sheila) of Thamesville, Phil Knoblauch (Anita) of Windsor and Christopher Knoblauch (Crystal) of Kingsville. Predeceased by sons Mark Maynard and Jim Kenney. Proud Grandfather of Teresa Rowe, Randy Rowe, Paige Shea, Paul Shea, Steven Knoblauch, Stephanie Knoblauch, Serenity Knoblauch, Spencer Knoblauch, Samatha Knoblauch, Jonathan Knoblauch, Shelby Knoblauch and Serina Knoblauch. He will be missed by many Great-grandchildren, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.
Family and friends will gather at Evergreen Cemetery, 547 Talbot Road East, Blenheim on Saturday, July 11, 2026 at 1:15 pm with burial at 1:45 pm.
Online condolences may be left at www.mckinlayfuneralhome.com
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