Barry Joseph Knudsen of Hopkins, died Tuesday, Jan. 31, at his home. He was 58.

Barry was born Aug. 26, 1958, in Grand Rapids, the son of Donald and Dorothy (Evans) Knudsen.

Barry is survived by his mother, Dorothy Knudsen; his sister, Deb Strang; his nephews and nieces, Christopher and Ashley Strang, Katherine Murray, Jessica and Eric Zenn, Zachary Strang and fiancé Kendra Post. He was preceded in death by his father, Donald Knudsen; his uncle Bud; and his aunt Marilyn.

Friends may meet with the family from 4 to 6 p.m. Friday, Feb. 3, at the Gorden Funeral Residence, Hopkins Chapel, where the Rosary will be recited at 4 pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday at 11 a.m. at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Watson. Interment in the church cemetery.

Memorials may be made in Barry’s memory to Al-Van Humane Society (PO Box 421, South Haven, MI 49090) or Wings of Hope Hospice (530 Linn St., Allegan, MI 49010).

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