Lee Knause, 73, of Union Township, died May 30.

He is survived by children Kimberly (Jeff) Sears and Michelle (Mike) Williamson, grandchildren Khloe Sears, Michael Williamson and Mitchell Williamson, siblings Eugene Knause, Shirley Long and Vera Fulton and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by wife Diana Knause (nee Dietrich), parents Archer and Lillie Knause and brother Bob Knause.

Visitation was June 3 at E.C. Nurre Funeral Home in Amelia. Mass of Christian Burial is June 4 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Thomas More Church. Interment at Mt. Moriah Cemetery.