William Hal “Bill” Knowlan, Sr., 84, of Coldwater passed away Monday, May 26, 2025 at home.
Cremation has taken place. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
Arrangements are being cared for by Dutcher Funeral Home.
William was born April 1, 1941 in Hammond, IN to Wyman and Grace (Yutz) Knowlan. He married Nancy L. Whitmore January 28, 1961 in Coldwater. She preceded him in death June 28, 2011.
At the age of 14 years old, Bill began his career as a truck driver. With over 70 years in the trucking industry, Bill owned and operated Knowlan Trucking and retired in August of 2022.
He enjoyed tinkering and working on his trucks, and fishing.
Bill is survived by his children William H. (Patsy) Knowlan, Jr., of Coldwater, Carol (Tom) Koster of Jefferson, GA, Phillip (Sonya) Knowlan of Tekonsha; his sister Norma (Mike) Bishop; his grandchildren William H. Knowlan, III, Nicole Knowlan, Derek Coats, Brittany Westwood, Brandi (Eddie) Barnett, Steven (Natalie) Blair, II, Grace Koster, Jack Koster, Parker White; several great grandchildren; many nieces and nephews; and bonus daughter Karen Hughes.
In addition to his wife, Nancy, Bill was preceded in death by his parents Wyman and Grace Knowlan.
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