Donald “Don” Melvin Knaack, Age 85 of  Mentor Ohio, peacefully passed away on Sunday, September 24, 2023. Donald was born on July 9, 1938 to Carl and Gladys (nee: Kohout) Knaack in Cleveland, Ohio.  He was a proud U.S. Veteran.  Don was a Purchasing Manager for Eltech Systems Corp. before retiring 1994.

Don married Sandra Kay (nee: Hotko) Knaack on October 3, 1964. They lived in Warrensville Hts and shortly thereafter moved to Mentor, Ohio. They were married for over 30 years before Sandra preceeded him in death on December 10, 1994.

He is survived by his wife, Donna (nee: Bower) Knaack; his two children, Kevin (Connie) Knaack and Kerri (David) Graczyk; Grandchildren, Justin Graczyk, Brett Graczyk, Natalie Knaack, Madylin Knaack, Michael (Jill) Miller, and Alexandra Miller; Great Grandchildren Logan Christopher Miller and Miles Joseph Miller; Brother, Bruce (Pat) Knaack and several nieces and nephews.

Don is also preceded in death by his parents, Carl and Gladys Knaack; brother Robert (Linda) Knaack and Grandson, Chistopher Miller.

Don will be remembered for his love of sports and family.

Visitation for friends and family will be held on Monday, October 2, 2023 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Burr Funeral Home, 116 South Street, Chardon, Ohio 44024.

Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday,  October 3, 2023 at All Souls Cemetery, 10366 Chardon Road, Chardon, Ohio 44024.

Arrangements made by Burr Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Chardon, Ohio. Information and condolences on-line at www.burrservice.com