July 12, 1955 - July 20, 2012
Chuck Knox, 57, of Sunriver, passed away on July 20, 2012, of complications from Parkinson's disease.
He was born to Charles V. and Crystal (Wayland) Knox in Colfax, Washington, on July 12, 1955. Chuck was a 1973 graduate from Dallas High School in Dallas, Oregon, and furthered his education at Mt. Hood Community College where he graduated in 1976, with an associate degree in architectural design.
He married Deanna Osteen on February 18, 1978, in McMinnville, Oregon.
Chuck had worked for many years at SunForest Construction in the remodel division in Bend, Oregon, as a drywaller, finish carpenter, and architectural draftsman.
He enjoyed volunteering as a little league coach while his sons were growing up, encouraging young lives and good sportsmanship. Chuck was most happy when out on the golf course, fishing for salmon, boating, crabbing, and spending time with family and friends.
The love and care for his family was of utmost importance and his children meant the world to him.
He is survived by his wife, Deanna of Sunriver; his daughter, Jenifer Thorsted of Dallas; two sons, Brandon and Evan of Bend; two daughters-in- law, Robyn and Ashley; two grandchildren, Mathew and Kadin Thorsted; his parents, Charles and Crystal of Salem; and sister, Charlaine of Salem.
A celebration of life will be held at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, July 28, located at Quail Run Golf Course near La Pine.
Donations can be made to Oregon Health Science University 1121 SW Salmon St., Suite 200, Portland, OR 97205-2021 in Chuck's honor.
Please visit the online registry for the family at www.niswonger-reynolds.com.
Charles Knox
