Kendall Price Knudsen
May 11, 1950 - December 9, 2021
The world lost a loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend. Kendall Price Knudsen passed away peacefully at home Dec 9th 2021. Kendall was born in Pocatello Idaho May 11, 1950, to Lamont and Alta Knudsen.
He is survived by his wife Rose Mary Knudsen of 51 years and siblings Ren, Randy, Jeff, Kathy, Pauline and daughters Amy Sapiga and Amber Parra, his Grandchildren, Robert Parra, Meki Jr Sapiga, Erica Parra, Maia Sapiga and many Nieces and Nephews.
Kendall proudly served his country in the US Army from Mar. 1970- Mar. 1976. In which during this time, he served overseas in the Vietnam War from Aug. 1970- Aug. 1971 where he received numerous medals and awards. The highest honors amongst them being a purple heart; awarded in the name of the president to those wounded in action and bronze service star which is awarded for meritorious service and acts of valor while serving in combat operations. Kendall was honorably discharged in Mar. of 1976.
Kendall enjoyed the outdoors, hiking, fishing, and hunting with his friends and family. Kendall became an avid golfer in his later years. He was always willing to help those in need no matter the capacity, especially when it came to his beautiful wife and loving daughters, there was nothing he wouldn’t do. He had a wonderful sense of humor and love to tease all. He was loved and cherished by so many and will be gratefully missed and never forgotten.
Kendall attended Salt Lake Community College and became an accomplished Brick Mason. Later, he furthered his career by working for the National Park Service and Tooele Army Depot as a Maintenance Mechanic. He enjoyed his final years, under employment as a water treatment operator at Canyon Lands National Park and Lake Powell.
Kendall services will be held on Dec 17th from 6:00 until 8:00 PM at Starks Funeral Parlor 3651 South 900 East, Salt Lake City, UT 84106.
Graveside military services will be held on Dec 20th at 12:00 pm at Utah Veterans Cemetery and Memorial Park, 17111 South 1700 West, Bluffdale, UT 84065.
In Loving Memory
Iam deeply sorry to hear of his passing. I send prayers to his family. Iam a his first cousin. My Father was Cleo Price , the oldest son of John and Ruth Price.
Nancy Price Regnier
Sarasota, Fl
Kendall came to my home in Virginia and my family and I enjoyed him so much and he really enjoyed it here too. That stay really left us with a imprint of a very grateful, fun, loving man that we will never forget, we have continued to tell a story he shared with us and use it as an example of what empathy, love, and guilt, for things we can not change and how those things can effect us. I wish I could express the place in my heart this guy filled while we got to know him, but I can't, so I hope he filled some of those places for you, because that's how it feels. Thanks for introducing my family to your fantastic brother Jeff! And my condolences for all of the family and friends of Kendall. Jared Church
Jared
nan, nan
That was a great video for a great man! Seeing those pictures is a reminder that those war years could not have been easy. But, Uncle Kendall was always so upbeat and positive. He was an incredible example to me of how to love family and show kindness. Uncle Kendall will be greatly missed.
Matthew Knudsen
Centerville, UT
Kendall married my oldest sister Rose Mary when I was a small child. Their marriage stood the test of time, thru better or worse, Kendall was my Brother-In-Law. With Rose's family living on the East Coast I spent vacations at their home's in Utah and California. Kendall was a good listener and a good father to Amber and Amy. He will be missed. RIP Kendall
Donna Early
Athlone, County Westmeath, Ireland, nan
I've only known Kendall for a short time. But what a impact he and his family have had on my life. From the first second he gave me such wisdom and knowledge. Since we met there has not been one day I did not think about him or his family.... Rose, Amy, Amber Thank you for sharing this great man with me Steve
Steve Haws
West Jordan, Ut
Although I did not know Kendall, I did know Kendall's wife Rose quite well and I know that Rose would only have choosen from the best. Accordingly, I am certain that Kendall was a very fine person who will surely be missed. Rose, I am very sorry for your loss. Just know that you are loved by many and that love extends to Kendall.
Kenneth E Lind
North Las Vegas, NV
You will be very missed my friend.
Nicholas Gonzales
Liestal ,Switzerland, nan