of Holly; died July 29, 2015. He was 59. Born December 22, 1955 in Detroit, Michigan to the late Robert and Anne (nee: Chaney) Knowles, Sr. He married Jill A. Busch on August 22, 1987 in Troy, Michigan. He is survived by his beloved wife, Jill; three sisters, Nancy Dahlenberg, Mary Arm and Dianne Coil. Bob spent 30 years as a roofing contractor operating Knowles Construction. He received and Associatersquo;s Degree from Oakland Community College. He was involved with National Ski Patrol for 10 years and enjoyed softball for 20 years. Bob went to Boat Racing School APBA and was a spotter and volunteer with the Detroit Race River Regatta working in pit operations. A member of the Knights of Columbus, Fr. Ging Council, 4supth/sup Degree, Eucharistic Minister and Mass Steward. He enjoyed deer hunting, concerts, golfing, boat races, skiing, any sports event and especially the Lions and Tigers. He was a member of St. Anne Catholic Church