Joseph Knott Obituary

Joseph D. Knott

Joseph Donald "Joe" Knott, 45, of Tiffin, passed away Thursday, Sept. 14, 2023, in Tiffin.

Joe was born April 20, 1978, to James and Phyllis (Tyree) Knott. Joe graduated from Tiffin Columbian High School in 1996. He worked in maintenance at Continental Structured Plastics in Carey.

He is survived by his father, James Knott; mother, Phyllis Knott; brother, Jason Knott; son, Kaleb Knott; who he considered a daughter, Alysen Young; girlfriend, Christy Nye; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Joe was a free spirit who enjoyed the great outdoors and enjoyed life itself. Like the ripple effect of throwing a stone in a steady stream, he touched a lot of lives and a lot of hearts. There weren't too many places he could go without running into someone he knew. He had a lovable and care free attitude that was contagious. He very much lived life to the fullest, always ready and willing to seek the next adventure.

Joe's accomplishments included being a softball coach, volunteer firefighter, and devoted father. Joe loved hunting, fishing, hiking, camping, sports, and making long trips at various destinations around the United States. He was a go-getter and never allowed himself to be rooted in one place for too long. One of Joe's favorite things to say was "You only live once."

Joe was preceded in death by his grandparents, Local (Dorothy) Tyree, Ruby Gross, and Andrew Knott; uncles, Gary (Dexter) Tyree, Daryl Knott, and Robert Knott; aunt, Sharon Tyree; and cousins, Austin Counts, and Duane and Connor Tyree.

We are all truly devastated by the loss that we are experiencing. Rest in the precious arms of the Lord. Heaven has gained a precious soul. Joe saved a lot of lives, but unfortunately wasn't able to save his own. Our sudden and unexpected loss has left a beacon of light for everyone. "Look Twice and Save a Life."

Joe's funeral will be 11 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 21, 2023, at Engle-Shook Funeral Home & Crematory, Tiffin. Visitation for family and friends will be 10-11 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Burial will follow services Thursday at Fairmont Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the family.

Online condolences may be left for the family at www.shookfamilyfh.com.