John David Kneller (70) was born on July 1, 1954, to Rokel Dean Kneller and Lois (Homan) Kneller in Kansas City, Kansas. He found eternal peace on March 22, 2025, at KC Hospice House in Kansas City, Missouri surrounded by his family.John was the youngest of three boys born to Dean and Lois Kneller. He graduated from Washington High School in 1972. John married Susan Barber on April 4, 1982. On August 24, 1985 this union was blessed with a daughter, Jessica Renee. John worked for the Burlington Northern Railroad for 43 years where he was a train engineer.John is preceded in death by his father (Dean), wife (Susan) and granddaughter (Raelyn).He is survived by his daughter Jessica (Kneller) Eversole and grandson, Camden (7), of Clinton, MO; mother Lois Kneller of Clinton, MO; 2 brothers: Dean Kneller of Osceola, MO and Bill Kneller of Ottawa, KS and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.John was a dreamer and never met a stranger. He was the most kind, and giving person who was always willing to offer a helping hand. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved to camp, fish and hunt and was even given the nickname “Catfish John” because of the large white cats he caught in Truman Lake. He enjoyed traveling to the Coastal areas where he loved spending time at the ocean on the beach or deep-sea fishing. John had a love of all types of music and was always attending concerts. He loved to attend auctions where he would find all sorts of trinkets and antiques.Over the last 5 years, due to health complications, John’s daughter Jessica became his legal guardian and caregiver. He was loved dearly by her. For the last several years he has called Warsaw Health and Rehabilitation Center in Warsaw, MO his home. He touched the lives of many while there.John loved and adored his grandson, Camden, and was loved deeply by his friends and family. His loss will be felt by many.
9 Condolences for John David Kneller
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Michael Flanagan says
March 25, 2025 at 9:37 amJohn was my best friend and he will be missed.
Deb and Mike Flanagan says
March 25, 2025 at 9:55 amMike and I will miss Johnny for the rest of our lives. The day I met him I felt like I had known him forever. He and Debra loved coming to Florida and Johnny always had a blast. He said the rehab life felt like prison so he’s free to fly now. Even though Debra wasn’t allowed to see him Johnny would call her every day. There bond was never broken. We loved him so much.
Debbie flanagan, dufur says
March 25, 2025 at 11:06 amJohn will be dearly missed. He always had a big smile and jokes to tell. He was a hoot to be around. We had some fun times back in the day, danced alot just out enjoying life. I loved how he was a real fun character. Loved you so much. Thinking of you always. See ya soon. ❤️
Belle Meier says
March 25, 2025 at 3:04 pmOh grandpa.. I love you dearly! I hope you rest easy, and watch over me as I grow through this life! I’ll never forget all the story’s you would tell me! Forever grateful to call you my grandpa Sharing the same blood or not! I’ll never forget you❤️
carolyn johnson says
March 25, 2025 at 4:11 pmJohn, you will always be remembered and missed by our family. We love you so much. Please watch over us until we see you again. We’ll think of you always.
Debra Vankirk says
March 25, 2025 at 7:11 pmI loved you, and you loved me!! That was enough for us. 💖.
Vickie Kelly says
March 25, 2025 at 7:12 pmJohnny you and your fun and laughter will be missed. The fishing stories from here and Florida was always fun to hear. I’ll miss you my friend. Love Vickie Kelly
Bethany Jackson says
March 25, 2025 at 7:17 pmI’m am so glad I got to spend time with you and talk about music!!! You are an amazing human!! Fly high John!!!
Vann johnson says
March 25, 2025 at 7:20 pmI’m gonna miss you grandpa, I’ll forever cherish the memories, fishing, hunting, all your stories and knowledge you past on, just spending time together. I’ll keep you with me forever. You tought me so much an helped me become who I am today. Thank you, and I love ya!
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