Thomas Keith Knauff

Thomas Keith Knauff, 66, of New Vienna, passed away peacefully Thursday, Jan. 15, 2026 at Court House Manor in Washington Court House.

He was born Feb. 9, 1959 in Wilmington, the son of Charles D. and Martha J. (Williams) Knauff.  

Keith was the big brother to Phil Knauff who preceded him in death. He was also preceded in death by his father, Charlie “Fibber” Knauff; his beloved grandparents, Josephine and Homer Williams, and Agnes and Charles Knauff; and his step-grandfather, Oscar VanPelt.  

Keith was a 1977 graduate from East Clinton High School, where he was a four-year letterman on the golf team. He continued to play golf at Snow Hill County Club as well as many other golf courses throughout the area. After graduating, Keith held odd jobs at various companies, but he will be most likely remembered for his job with Dish Network. At that time, satellite TV was fairly new and his customers had many questions. Keith took the time to help everyone, especially when they “pushed the wrong button.”  

Later on, Keith helped run the family business, Knauff and Sons Motor Sales. Keith was known for his love of Ohio State football, the Cincinnati Bengals, the Rolling Stones, and Aerosmith. The stories from the games and concerts he attended are legendary and will continue to be told time and time again. Keith’s memory will be kept alive by those that joined on this great journey. He was recently described as one of a kind, and Keith would most likely agree. He will be missed. 

Services will be 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 24 at the New Vienna Church of Christ. Those attending are encouraged to wear something with the Rolling Stones, Bengals, Buckeyes, or Aerosmith.  

Burial will follow in Auburn Cemetery near Hillsboro.  

Visitation will be Saturday from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 1 p.m. at the church.  

Brown Funeral Home, Wilmington, is assisting the family. To Leave an online condolence, please visit www.arehart-brown.com, or see our Facebook page, Brown Funeral Home.