Curtis D. Knowles' Obituary
Our beloved Curtis Deal Knowles, born August 10, 1969, died suddenly on June 25, 2018 in Lahaina, West Maui, Hawaii. Born in Pusan, Korea, to George and Barbara Knowles, while his dad was serving in the US Army, Curt embraced life’s opportunities and challenges with humor, wit, and tenacity. The first of eight siblings, he was kind, protective, charismatic, compassionate, bright, fun, funny and forgiving. He knew more random facts than we can count. He was exceedingly generous, always willing to help someone in need. Loyal to the end, he was our very own Peter Pan.
Curt grew up in the Lake Stevens, Washington area and resided there until moving to Maui eight years ago. He was a proud graduate of The Overlake School in Redmond, Washington and Pacific Lutheran University in Tacoma, Washington. A great storyteller of his adventures as a Bering Sea crab fisherman in Alaska, he excelled at sales and loved serving others, most recently as manager of Boss Frogs Kahana.
Curt leaves behind his greatest legacy in his twin sons Ethan Curtis Knowles and Gavin Deal Knowles. His heart was bursting with pride at the wise strong men they have grown to be. He also leaves behind his parents George and Barbara, seven siblings, twelve nieces and nephews and a wide diverse circle of numerous loving friends and family.
When you remember Curt, Practice Aloha; Be Present; Love Unconditionally; Live in Gratitude and Do an act of kindness for someone less fortunate. Curt will be smiling.
To honor Curt’s love of music and Hawaii, donations in his memory may be made to Maui Music Mission, 1401 Kenui Place, Lahaina, HI 96793; via email: [email protected], or via Ronda Pali 808-298-6951.
What’s your fondest memory of Curtis?
What’s a lesson you learned from Curtis?
Share a story where Curtis' kindness touched your heart.
Describe a day with Curtis you’ll never forget.
How did Curtis make you smile?