Jeffrey W. Knigge, 57, of Ottawa, IL passed away Sunday January 17, 2010 at Ottawa Regional Hospital and Healthcare Center. Ottawa Funeral Home oversaw the cremation.

Jeff was born September 17, 1952 in Houston, TX to GF and Betty (Haeffner) Knigge.

Jeff is survived by one brother, Michael Lee (Dani) Knigge of Missouri City, TX; and one sister, Linda Jill (Leslie) Harris of Joliet, IL.

He is preceded in death by his parents.

Memorials may be directed to Ottawa Pavilion.

The family would like to send a special thank you to Ottawa Pavilion and Barb Stevens.