Paul J. Knotts

Paul J. Knotts, of Gallipolis, passed away November 6th, 2014 at his home, after a long battle with cancer. He was born to Paul and Gertrude Knotts on June 10, 1933, in Springfield, Ohio.

Paul was a graduate of Enon High School. His professional career culminated with his retirement from Robbins and Myers as a Plant Manager in 1984. He was owner of Oscar’s Restaurant in Gallipolis for a time and then Frontier Farms restaurant before moving to DeLand, FL. Paul was a talented and creative artist who excelled at painting landscapes. He also was an accomplished chef, who loved to entertain his family and friends with his culinary talents and sense of humor.

Paul was an active member of the Gallia County community. He was President of the Gallipolis Chamber of Commerce in 1984-85 and also served as Interim City Manager of Gallipolis. He and Ann attended Elizabeth Chapel where they sponsored the Recycled Teenagers senior activity group for many years. Paul was a member of the Shriners, Mason’s, Rotary Club, Elks Club and Gideon’s International.

Paul is survived by his wife, Anna (Ann) Skaggs Borders Knotts; Children: Paul James (Jan) Knotts of St. Paris, Steven Lee Knotts of Springfield; Stepchildren: Donna Borders of Sardis, Lou Ann Thompson of Delaware, David (Sue Ellen) Borders of Centerburg; Grandchildren: Brittani (Sean) Knotts Cute; Ashley Knotts; Dylan Knotts; Jozy Borders; Damon (Kristin) Borders; Katherine Thompson (Mitchell Edwards); Kelli (Joseph) Michael; Great-granddaughter Brynn Lee Borders; Paul’s sister, Shirley Parker of Springfield and brother David Knotts of Prescott.

Visitation will be held at the Willis Funeral Home in Gallipolis, Sunday, Nov 9, 2014 from 6-8 pm. Services will be held at Elizabeth Chapel, Monday, Nov 10, 2014 at 10 am followed by interment at White Oak Cemetery. Pastor Alfred Holley and Pastor Randy Carnes will be officiating.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in Paul’s memory can be made to the Holzer Cancer Center, 170 Jackson Pike, Gallipolis, OH 45631.

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