Keith E. Knabe

Funeral services for Keith Edward Knabe, 59, Eudora, will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, November 9, 2023, at Warren-McElwain Mortuary – Eudora Chapel in Eudora.  Burial will follow at Eudora Cemetery.  Keith passed away on Sunday, November 5, 2023, at his home. 

Keith was born on September 2, 1964, in Gardner, KS, the son of Richard and Linda (Cox) Knabe.

He was a farmer.  He was a member of IOOF Lodge #42 Eudora, Douglas County Conservation District Board from 1992 – 1998, Douglas County Farm Bureau Board from 2003 – 2006 and Eudora Township Board.

He married Jamie Mestagh on December 31, 1994, in Eudora, KS.  She survives of the home.

Other survivors include his two sons, Dustin Webb and Kevin Webb; his parents, Richard and Linda Knabe of Eudora; his sister, Karla Osborn; grandchildren; nieces and nephews.

The family suggests memorials in Keith’s name to American Cancer Society and may be sent in care of Warren-McElwain Mortuary, 120 W. 13th Street, Lawrence, KS 66044.

For more information or to post a condolence go to warrenmcelwain.com.

30 Condolences

  1. Tammy Gavillet on November 7, 2023 at 6:50 pm

    My thoughts & prayers are with your family as you endure the loss of Keith.
    All my love, Tammy Gavillet



  2. Anita Musick on November 7, 2023 at 6:56 pm

    Keith was a great friend and pass classmate. So sorry to hear of his passing. Thoughts are with you –

    Robert and Anita Musick



  3. Darren Hall on November 7, 2023 at 7:21 pm

    So sorry to have heard of Keith’s passing. Such a easy going guy and gentle soul. You will forever be remembered.



  4. Linda Abel on November 7, 2023 at 9:27 pm

    Deepest sympathy to the family. ❤️

    Linda and Danny Abel



  5. TRIG OLESON and JEANETTE BORN on November 8, 2023 at 6:04 am

    Sorry to hear of Keith’s passing. Our sympathy to the family.



  6. Leanne Chapman on November 8, 2023 at 7:40 am

    Jamie and family ~ So sorry to hear of the loss of your husband. He’s the same age that my husband was that passed over 10 years ago. I hope good memories of life with him lessens your pain with the loss. God Bless ~ Leanne Chapman



  7. Chris and Theresa Abel on November 8, 2023 at 7:51 am

    Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
    Keith was a good man.
    We are sorry for your loss.



  8. Donna Oleson on November 8, 2023 at 7:57 am

    Jaime,
    So sorry for your loss. Tou and your famiky are in my thoughts and prayers.♥️



  9. Matt and Debbie Neis on November 8, 2023 at 8:48 am

    Jaime,
    We are so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.



  10. Paul and Georgia Long on November 8, 2023 at 10:34 am

    We were so sorry to hear of this loss to you Jamie, and to all the family. Keith had a sense of humor and also a seriousness, and both were a part of who he was. Prayers for comfort for all, and the memories made with him to remind all of just how much he meant to each one of you.



  11. Letha Strack on November 8, 2023 at 10:35 am

    I am so sorry to learn of Keith’s passing. My prayers and hugs to you Jamie and the boys. May God be with you all.



  12. Rhonda O'Keefe on November 8, 2023 at 10:37 am

    My condolences on Keith passing. He was so nice to me in high school. You are all in my thoughts and prayers!



  13. Wayne and Nancy Othick on November 8, 2023 at 11:55 am

    Jamie and Family-we are so sorry to hear of Keith’s passing-prayers and thoughts go out to each of you. God’s blessings!
    Wayne and Nancy Othick



  14. Patty supancic on November 8, 2023 at 12:52 pm

    Karla , sympathy to you and your family. 🌻



  15. Connie Howell on November 8, 2023 at 1:23 pm

    Jamie, Rich & Linda, I am so sorry for your loss of Keith. You are in my thoughts & prayers. I am thinking about time & how it is supposed to heal all. Keith was a good man. He always worked hard & always thought about others. You guys raised him right. God called a good guy home. Connie Howell Eudora



  16. Rose Sieber on November 8, 2023 at 2:18 pm

    So sorry for your loss .

    Maggie



  17. William V. Weeks on November 8, 2023 at 3:49 pm

    Jamie,

    Linda and I were very saddened to hear of Keith’s passing. I had the pleasure of working with Keith on the Township Board and appreciated his wisdom and friendship. He will
    be missed by everyone who knew him.

    Vince & Linda Weeks



  18. Dale and Vicky Hofer on November 8, 2023 at 6:26 pm

    So very sorry for your loss. He will be missed!



  19. Carol Wilcox on November 8, 2023 at 7:27 pm

    Jamie and family. Thinking of you and yours.Prayers



  20. Tammy (King) Campbell on November 8, 2023 at 7:56 pm

    So very sorry to hear of Keith’s passing. I’m offering prayers of comfort and support to all of Keith’s family.



  21. Dave Durkin on November 8, 2023 at 8:53 pm

    So sorry to hear of Keith’s passing. Prayers to all.



  22. Margaret & David Bath on November 8, 2023 at 10:31 pm

    Dear Jamie and Family,
    Thinking of you during this difficult time. Hugs and prayers to all.
    Love,
    Margaret and David



  23. Gary Scott on November 9, 2023 at 7:23 am

    Jamie and family–
    So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Keep those good memories!



  24. Bill Gordon on November 9, 2023 at 7:35 am

    So very sorry for your loss Jamie and prayers for the Knabe family. Bill and Marsha Gordon



  25. KENT NOBLE on November 9, 2023 at 7:59 am

    I’m so sorry for your loss. My Thoughts and Prayers go out to Keith and the Family.



  26. Robin Getting on November 9, 2023 at 9:09 am

    My heart felt sympathy for your loss. Prayers for your family.



  27. David and Twilla Brown on November 9, 2023 at 9:32 am

    I enjoyed talking with Keith. He was usually up beat and wore a big smile. I also appreciate his willingness to serve. Our prays are with Jamie and the rest of the family.



  28. Verna Froese (friend of Clifford, Edyth, Pat) on November 9, 2023 at 2:50 pm

    Linda and Richard, may God’s arms be your strength during this time of grief. He is faithful to keep His promises from I Corinthians 15:54-57!



  29. Lynne Wolford on November 9, 2023 at 7:03 pm

    Karla & family, I’m so sorry for your loss.



  30. Raquan (Sieber) Hoffer on November 11, 2023 at 9:25 am

    Jamie and family-

    I am very sorry for your loss. Keith was a good man, never knew a stranger and not one
    person he would not help.



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