Ralph William Knowles passed away on March 10, 2014 at his home.  He was the son of the late Ralph and Nellie Mae Jenkins Knowles, and the husband of the late Joyce Knowles.  He was predeceased by his sister, Doris Knowles Keith.
He was a highly skilled heavy machinery mechanic and a valued employee of McMillan-Carter, Inc. until his retirement.
Private services were held in keeping with the deceased’s wishes.