John Carl Knuckles , 51, of Columbia City, passed away at 2:06 p.m. Monday, January 6, 2025, in Fort Wayne.

Born on September 22, 1973, in Columbia City, Indiana, he was the son of Leo Allen and Mona Lee (Gibson) Knuckles.  He attended New Haven High School and graduated in 1991.

He had worked for Parker Recovery of Fort Wayne for many years.  More recently, he worked for Simonson Estates in Columbia City doing maintenance work.

Surviving is his daughter, Abigail of Decatur; sister, Dusty (Craig Studebaker) of Columbia City; and his mother, Mona Gibson of Columbia City.

Additionally, he was preceded in death by his father, Leo.

As per John's wishes, there will be no services. Arrangements are by Smith & Sons Funeral Home, Columbia City.