He was a retired mechanical maintenance technician with Potlatch, member of First Freewill Baptist Church, a 32nd Degree Mason and was a U.S. Army National Guard Reserve Veteran. Mr. Buddy was a man of many talents. Before his retirement, he also worked as a millwright, sawmill employee, Monark Boat employee, did HVAC work and was a Certified AA Mechanic. He also enjoyed hunting, fishing and spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his first wife, Maurice Saffold Knobloch; and siblings, Lewis Knobloch, William Knobloch, Dewey Knobloch, Lucille Ice, James Knobloch, Franklin Knobloch, Ethel Lindsey, Charlsie Evans, Irene Pennington and Minnie Knobloch.
He is survived by his wife, Betty Nowlen Knobloch of Monticello; two sons, Charles Knobloch and wife Tammy of Monticello and Michael Knobloch and wife Wendy of Texarkana, TX; grandchildren, K.C. Knobloch and wife Elyse and Kelly Knobloch all of Monticello, Morgan Wittayaworapat and husband Willie of Texarkana, TX, Matthew Knobloch of Little Rock, Justin Boykin and wife Lauren of Dallas, TX, Anthony Boykin and wife Heather of Crossett and Heather Stanaland and husband Steven of Austin, TX; and seven great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be 3:00 p.m. Saturday, December 16, 2023, at Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Chapel with Brother Roger Pierce officiating. There will be a visitation from 2:00-3:00 p.m. preceding the funeral service. Burial will be in Union Ridge Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers will be Greg Bodiford, Mitch Pennington, Joey Pennington, Stephen Pennington, Frank Janke and Kenny Pennington. Serving as honorary pallbearers will be Tommy Trantham, Jim West and members of the Lincoln Drew Hunting Club. Memorials may be made to Arkansas Children's Hospital. You can sign Mr. Buddy's guestbook on this page.
Condolences(14)
Bobby Johnson
Little Rock, AR Saturday, January 13, 2024 Buddy was a special man I respected and always was willing to help someone that needed help.Janie Rabb & Larry Fuller
Haymarket, VA Sunday, December 17, 2023 Betty & FamilySo sorry to hear about Buddy passing. He was such a good gentle man. I always admired how he fit in with Betty & her Family.
We were good friends with Buddy & Betty-so many fun times together. I still have pleasant memories of “going through Betty’s box “ to prepare your tax returns!
May God continue Blessing your family & giving you His Love & Comfort during the coming days🙏🏻❤️
Janie (Rabb) & Larry Fuller
Bruce A Wright
Hot Springs Village, AR Saturday, December 16, 2023 II am sorry for your loss 🙏 RIP SirJACKIE BECKHAM
Hot Springs, AR Friday, December 15, 2023 I WORKED WITH BUDDY AT WILSONS MILL IN MONTICELLO HE WAS A GOOD MAN AND ALWAYS WILLING TO HELP , AND IT WAS APRIVILEGE TO HAVE KNOWN HIM . MAY THE GOOD LORD BLESS AND KEEP YOU.Frank Janke
Sarasota, FL Thursday, December 14, 2023 My heart goes out to my Knobloch side of the family. After 65 years I found and connected with my paternal side of my family through my cousin Jeanne that had done 23 and me as I had. Unfortunately it was to late to connect with my Father. However, Jeanne contacted Uncle Buddy to see if he would like to meet me. He said absolutely, yes. I was able to meet my fathers brother, Uncle Buddy. He was the last surviving brother of the Knobloch siblings. When I arrived for a visit, my cousin Greg drove me to Uncle Buddy's house. Uncle Buddy was on the patio waiting for our arrival. As I walked around the fence onto the patio, Uncle Buddy practically yelled out, "wow I see my brother Franklin walking around to the patio."DNA testing is accurate, but hearing Uncle Buddy's words gave me the best validation I could ever have. He welcomed me with open arms, as did the rest of the family. I am saddened that I only had a few short years to know Uncle Buddy. However, I am happy to have had that time with him.
I loved my Uncle Buddy!!
Frank Knobloch Janke
Kelley Means
Conway, AR Thursday, December 14, 2023 I am so sorry for your loss. I am sure he was a very special man. Prayers for you and your family.Alice Robinson Thomas
Redfield, AR Wednesday, December 13, 2023 Dear Ms. Betty & Family,I am so sorry for your loss. My Mom,Virginia Robinson would have the best time getting haircut, visiting with you and Mr. Buddy! She loved both of you....also Greg and Judy Bodiford. May God’s peace and comfort be with each of you! Mr. Buddy was blessed to have such loving care!
Kay Worbington
Monticello, AR Wednesday, December 13, 2023 Dear Family, You have my condolences at your great loss. I knew Mr. Buddy for many years. He was a nice man. You have my prayers of comfort at t his sad time!Buddy Chesser
Cabot, AR Wednesday, December 13, 2023 So sorry for your loss , he was a great fellow and will be missed by many.Scott & Betty Taylor
Alexander, AR Tuesday, December 12, 2023 We are sorry to hear about the passing of "Uncle Buddy", Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.Jacob Adcock
Rogers, AR Tuesday, December 12, 2023 Charlie & Michael and your families, so very sorry to hear this news about your Dad! Such a fine person and was a pleasure to to know and to work him.Leon Hood
Ashdown, AR Tuesday, December 12, 2023 To the family of Buddy; Sorry for your loss. I was a friend of Buddy's many years ago. Leon Hood, Ashdown, ARHarry Densmore
Star City, AR Tuesday, December 12, 2023 He will be missed, truly a great person.I pray peace and comfort for all those who new him.
In the Jesus name.
Kent Davis
Maumelle, AR Monday, December 11, 2023 He was a good Man I’m Sorry, Prayers