Frederick Knowles was born in 1928, in Little Rock Arkansas. He is survived by his loving wife Billie Anne of almost 65 years.

Their three sons and family:

Fred Jr. & wife Patricia and grandson Robert.

George & wife Cindy and grandson Bryan his wife Heather and two great grand daughters.

The youngest son Bill.

His younger brother Harvey.

Fred was a WW II Veteran and served in the US Government for almost 25 years then spent his retirement years in Star Tannery where he was active in the Volunteer Fire Department. He supported the community in many ways including the apple butter boil, 911 mapping of the community and as an election officer.   He also had a passion for hunting.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to:

Star Tannery Fire Department

950 Brill RD

Star Tannery, VA 22654

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Life Service for Mr. Knowles and his wife Wilmpje on Friday, October 17, 2014 at 1:00 pm at the Omps Funeral Home, Amherst Chapel with visitation at 12:00 pm.  Celebrant Joseph R. Dilleree wil preside over services.  Following the Service all are invited to a reception at the Omps Funeral Home Reception Facility.