Prairie State Wire

Emilie L. Knoblich, a Morris resident, died on May 25, 2025, at the age of 89. She was born on March 31, 1936, in Moweaqua, Illinois, to E. Bert and M. Bernadine Roff. Knoblich graduated from Gardner High School and eventually became the proud owner of Bowsers Place Dog Grooming Service until her retirement in 1996. She is survived by her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. A visitation will be held on Friday, May 30, at UC Davis-Callahan Funeral Home, followed by a celebration of her life officiated by Pastor Spencer Duncan. Knoblich will be interred at Mt. Carmel Cemetery in Morris.

For further details and to leave condolences, please visit www.ucdaviscallahan.com. Flowers can be sent or a tree planted in memory of Emilie L. Knoblich.

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