Obituary of Keith Knudsen

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Keith Knudsen

Keith A. Knudsen (born February 18, 1948 in Le Mars, Iowa) was a musician and singer-songwriter who was best known for being the drummer and sing for the American rock band, “The Doobie Brothers.” Keith died on February 8, 2005 and his death was because of pneumonia. He died too soon at age 56 just ten days before his 57th birthday.

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Keith Knudsen Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Knudsen, Keith
    • Common Name: Keith Knudsen
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: Le Mars, Iowa, United States
    • Birth Date: February 18, 1948
    • Age: 56 (at death)
    • Occupations:
    • Net Worth: $1.9 million
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Kraft Mac & Cheese
    • Favorite Color: Lilac
    • Favorite Scent: Maison Martin Margiela Replica Jazz
    • Favorite Actor: Margot Robbie

    Keith's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Keith A. Knudsen
    • Father: Clarence Holiday
    • Mother: Anne Morley
    • Brother(s):
      • George Granville
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Kate Knudsen (married?-2005, his death)
    • Daughter(s):
      • Dayna Keyes

Death Notice:

  • Date: February 08 2005 at age 56
  • Place: Kentfield, California, United States
  • Cause of Death: Pneumonia

Category Tags:

MusicianSinger-Songwriter American Born on February 18th Born in 1948 Born in Iowa Died in 2005 Died at age 56 Died from Pneumonia

Keith's Notable Roles:

  • The Doobie Brothers

Quotable Quotes:

"Mister Knudsen's legacy and impact will continue to live on, even though he may no longer physically be with us. (V)"

"Keith Knudsen had a successful professional life as a musician, known for his role as the drummer for the rock band The Doobie Brothers, until his death from cancer at the age of 56. (V)"

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