Knaley, Patrick Andrew age 85, of Florence, Kentucky passed away on Wednesday, June 21, 2023. He was born in Florence, Kentucky on April 30, 1938 to Joseph Knaley and Helen Knaley (nee Dauer).
He was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Jennifer Jimenez; and siblings, Michael Knaley, Helen Lilly, Richard Knaley, Thomas Knaley, and James Knaley.
Patrick is survived by his beloved wife of 64 years, Mary Jane Knaley (nee Allen); loving children, Patrick Joseph (Chris) Knaley, Beth (Kenneth) Korfhagen, Amber Decker, Jason (Joseph) Knaley-Smitherman, and John (Laura) Knaley; son-in-law, Kevin Jimenez; cherished grandchildren, Kathryn (Michelle), Andrew, Daniel (Casey), Galtero (Heather), Danielle (Douglas), Joseph (Jessica), Adam, Maya, Sophia, Jacob (Katie), Leah, Georgia, Loreli, Jak, Gus, and Olive; great-grandchildren, Audrey, Camille, Tristan, and Riker; sister, Mary Kathleen (Charles) Reynolds, sister-in-law, Mary Ann Knaley; and a host of other family members and friends.
Patrick owned and operated the Ameristop Food Mart on Dixie Highway in Florence for over 20 years. He was an Army Veteran that served in Germany for most of his time in the service. Patrick was an avid golfer and sports fan that loved UK basketball, Cincinnati Reds, and the Cincinnati Bengals. Patrick and his wife Jane enjoyed living in the Villages of Florida for 14 years. He absolutely adored all of his family, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
In loving memory of Patrick, contributions may be made to Ovarian Cancer Alliance of Greater Cincinnati, 4918 Cooper Road, Cincinnati, OH 45242 or DCCH Center for Children and Families, 75 Orphanage Road, Fort Mitchell, KY 41017.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, June 27, 2023 from 5:00 - 8:00 PM at Newcomer Cremations, Funerals and Receptions, 4350 Dixie Highway, Erlanger, Kentucky 41018. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, June 28th at 10:30 AM at St. Paul Parish, 7301 Dixie Highway, Florence, Kentucky 41042.
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