Obituaries

Kalen A. Knudson Kalen A. Knudson, age 43 of Marlinton, West Virginia and formerly of Lone Rock, Wisconsin went missing on June 12, 2020, following an apparent drowning and was found on January 20, 2025, in Pocahontas County, West Virginia.  He was born on November 11, 1981, in Dodgeville, the son of Vernon and Vicky (Nondorf) Knudson.  Kalen enjoyed bicycling, movies, music and visiting with people.  Survivors include his wife, Crystal Madison of Marlinton, West Virginia; his sons that he loved very much, Logan James Knudson-Jensen of Lone Rock, Tyrion Ray Knudson of Marlinton, West Virginia; his mom, Vicky (John) Bray; his brother, Kyle Knudson of Dodgeville; three step siblings, Kari (Craig) Lull of Wisconsin Rapids, Tom and Amanda Bray both of Avoca; his paternal grandmothers, Marla Knudson of Richland Center, and  Gloria Knudson of Cave Creek, Arizona; other relatives and friends.  He was preceded in death by his father, Vernon Knudson; his paternal grandfather, Robert Knudson; maternal grandparents, Francis and Virginia Nondorf.  A private family gathering will be held at a later date.  In Kalen’s memory, be a blessing to someone by smiling at them, being kind to them and give them words of encouragement.  Online condolences available at www.staffordfuneralhomes.com  The Richardson-Stafford Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.