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Craig Alan Knudtson

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Craig Alan Knudtson, age 64, of Swanville, Minnesota, gained the ultimate reward when he heard his Saviour say “Well done, my good and faithful servant!” on September 15, 2025, at home in Swanville. His nine month battle with acute myeloid leukemia came to a peaceful end surrounded by family.
Born on April 8, 1961, in Pipestone, Minnesota, Craig lived a life marked by service, joy, and a steadfast pursuit of truth.
From his youth, Craig committed his life to Christ and never looked back. His servant’s heart and ever-present smile were hallmarks of his character—blessing those around him with kindness and humility. He had the gift of seeing people with needs around him, and went out of his way to make sure they were met.
Craig found deep fulfillment not only in serving others, but working to the best of his ability. He began his career at Peter Alan Company, where he built and installed custom cabinets. After relocating his family to Upsala in 2000, he continued his work at Brenny Custom Cabinets for several years before transitioning into the maintenance field—a role that allowed him to increase his skills and care for people in new ways. He served at Bethany Homes in Alexandria and later found great joy working close to home at Camp Lebanon. He had a genuine love for people, especially the elderly, and always took the time to make them feel seen.
A visionary at heart, Craig always had many creative projects underway. He especially loved tending to his little hobby farm and took great delight in milking his two cows, Blossom and Sketch, when his kids were younger. But above all else, time spent with his grandchildren was what he treasured most.
Craig’s legacy is one of faithfulness—to God, to family, and to the countless people whose lives he touched through simple acts of service and genuine care.
Craig was fully devoted to his family. He is lovingly remembered by his wife of 41 years, Christine Knudtson; their children: Josh (Brooke) Knudtson, Glory (Luke) Peterson, Nate (Ally) Knudtson, Hannah (Aaron) VanHeel, Naomi (Evan) Thompson, and Francis Knudtson; as well as sixteen cherished grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Joan Knudtson; nephews David and Benjamin Temte; and niece Baby Ann Swanson.
All are welcome to his Celebration of Life that will be held on Saturday, September 20, 2025, at 2:00 PM at Community Covenant Church of Upsala 122 S. Main St.