The Wahkiakum County Eagle-Published Thursday, September 2, 2010

Jack A. Knopski

Cathlamet resident, Jack Arthur Knopski, 70, passed away August 24, 
2010 at his home.  He was born May 11, 1940 in Portland to Anton and 
Juanita (Moore) Knopski.  He graduated from Washougal High School in 
1958.  On August 4, 1968 he married Carole Herrmann; she preceded him 
on October 5, 2009 after 41 years of marriage.

Jack was a lifelong commercial fisherman in Kenai, Alaska and on the 
Columbia River.  After retirement, he and Carole enjoyed their time in 
Arizona before moving to Cathlamet in 2004. He loved sport fishing, 
deer hunting with his son, casino trips and his family time.  Jack took 
pride in his beautiful garden.

He is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, John and Virginia 
Knopski; and his grandchildren, Ethan and Abby Knopski; all of Long 
Beach. He is also survived by his chosen family, Mark, Amee, Morgan and 
Macie Elliott of Cathlamet; several extended family members and many 
good friends.

Private inurnment was held at Greenwood Cemetery.  Memorial 
contributions may be made in Jack Knopski’s name to Cowlitz County 
Humane Society, P.O. Box 172, Longview, WA 98632.  

Dowling Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. 


Jack Arthur Knopski
Greenwood Cemetery-Cathlamet, WA
11 May 1940 - 24 August 2010
(As compiled by the Wahkiakum County Historical Society in 2010.)