James Wallace "Bud" Knoll, age 83 of Valparaiso passed away Monday, January 20, 2013. He was born on March 7, 1930 in Dante, South Dakota to the late Carl and Bertha Knoll. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Marines and was a member of American Legion Post 502. James worked as an Ironworker and retired from Local 395. He was a member of The First United Methodist Church of Portage. James enjoyed hunting, fishing, golfing, traveling and most of all he enjoyed being with his family.

He is survived by 3 sons, Gregory Knoll of York, PA; Gary (Deborah) Knoll of Nazareth, PA; Daniel (Lisa) Knoll of Avon, SD; 1 daughter, Linda Culp of Valparaiso, IN; 1 sister, Violet Waters of Yankton, SD; 8 grandchildren, and 10 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Delia Ann Knoll, and 1 brother, Peter Knoll.

Funeral services are Friday, January 24, 2014 at 11 a.m. at The First United Methodist Church of Portage, 2637 McCool Red., Portage with Rev. Dennis Ticen officiating. Entombment will follow at Graceland Cemetery. Visitation is Thursday, January 23, 2014 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. with a 6 p.m. American Legion service 6 p.m. at Rees Funeral Home, Olson Chapel, 5341 Central Ave., Portage. Call (219) 762-3013 or visit us online at www.Reesfuneralhomes.com.