Arthur S. "Duffy" Knowles, 77, passed away January 6, 2023 with his family by his side. Born in Akron, Ohio to Arthur and Marcene (Baragry) Knowles, he was a lifelong area resident. He served in the U. S. Army during the Vietnam War and for many years he worked at General Tire & Rubber Company. Duffy enjoyed NASCAR, his Corvettes, his dogs and spending time with his family.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his daughter, Lorie Narney; step-son, Michael Urdiales. He will be sadly missed by his wife, Rose; children, Brodie (Lisa), Staci Wood; step-son, Dario (Melissa) Urdiales; 11 grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren; siblings, Sandi (Cliff) Arnold, Janet (Chuck) Shuman, Onie Yovanovich, Doug (Jill) Knowles, Debbie (Dennis) Getz; many nieces, nephews and friends.
Inurnment will take place at Holy Cross Cemetery. Duffy's family will have a celebration of his life at a later date. Those who wish may make memorial donations in Duffy's name to the Humane Society of Summit County.