of Bryant, AR
January 17, 1948 - November 28, 2019
Linda "Dianne" Knuteson, resident of Bryant, Arkansas, formerly of North Little Rock, passed away on November 28, 2019 at home at the age of 71 years.
Dianne graduated North Little Rock High School in 1965. After attending and completing business school, she went to work for National Old Line Insurance Company. It was soon after she started working there that she met her husband. Dianne and John were married on October 14, 1966. After being a stay at home wife and mother for 18 years, she went to work for the University of Arkansas Agricultural Division. She loved her job, but more than that, she loved the people she worked with. She retired after 24 years and her and her husband enjoyed traveling, going camping, and just being together.
She was so organized and absolutely could not stand clutter. She was the embodiment of gratitude. Every person she met was loved and treated like family. Her passions were singing in the church choir, working at the food pantry, reading and cooking. She worked endless hours organizing and facilitating the Saint Mark's food pantry. Dianne especially enjoyed time spent with friends and family.
She is survived by her husband, John Knuteson; children, Melinda Miller (Ronald), Matthew Knuteson (Pokey LeCornu); grandchildren, Charlotte Rogers (Chris), Rachael Miller and Emily Miller; two great-grandchildren, Collin and Caleb; sisters, Rose Radlein (Rodney) and Brenda Barfield (Michael).
Dianne was preceded in death by her parents, John and Dora Ridling; sisters, Jean Williams and Rena Fisher; and brother, Eddie Ridling.
A funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, December 3, 2019 at Faith Lutheran Church, 7525 W. Markham Street in Little Rock, Arkansas. A visitation will be held on Monday, December 2, 2019 from 5:30-7:30 PM at Roller-Owens Funeral Home, 5509 JFK Blvd in North Little Rock, Arkansas.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Saint Mark's food pantry through Saint Mark's Episcopal Church at 1000 N. Mississippi Street in Little Rock, Arkansas in Dianne's honor.
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Shawntel Brown
Wednesday, December 4, 2019
So sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Deborah Grimmett
Tuesday, December 3, 2019
I worked with Dianne at Cooperative Extension. I am sad for your family, in the passing of Dianne, but at the same time, I can't help but feel joy, at her presence with our Savior.
My deepest sympathy.
Jo Ann Fish
Monday, December 2, 2019
So sadden for the loss of my friend Dianne. Praying for John, Melinda and Matt and their families during this time. We shared 2 breaks a day and our lunches together for 18 years when we worked at CES. She was a true friend during the good times and bad. Jo Ann
Phil Tacker
Monday, December 2, 2019
I always appreciated Dianne and her genuine desire to help in any way that she could. Dianne was a joy to work with at the Extension Service and I enjoyed our conversations about our families and our faith. She no doubt heard, 'Well done good and faithful servant', and I hope the family can take much comfort in knowing this during your time of loss.
Dorothy Rodgers
Monday, December 2, 2019
I always appreciated Dianne and her work. Prayers for the family!
Dorothy Rodgers
Monday, December 2, 2019
I always appreciated Dianne and her work. Prayers for the family!
Nancy Killion Moix
Saturday, November 30, 2019
Sincere condolences to Dianne’s family.
(NLRHS classmate)
trudy mcintyre
Saturday, November 30, 2019
my time at the pantry will never be the same without u. u told me to just love them .
Earnie Matheson and Rick Landers
Saturday, November 30, 2019
Remembering Diane with fond affection. Please accept our Deepest Sympathy and Sincereest Condolences.
Earnie and Ricky
Lila Srofe
Friday, November 29, 2019
John
May God bring you peace during this difficult time. My prayers are with you.