Kenny Ralph Knotts, 74, of Vinton, Ohio, passed away Friday, May 1, 2026, in Holzer Medical Center, Gallipolis, Ohio. Kenny loved life – he was a loving husband, father and grandfather who adored spending his time with all of them.

He was born May 27, 1951, in Vinton, son of the late Robert and Beulah (Shenefield) Knotts. A United States Army Veteran, he was married to Vivian Knotts, who survives.

Also surviving are children Craig (Heather) Knotts, Centerburg, Ohio and Carla (Chad) Evans, Cape Coral, Florida; grandsons, Chad Evans II and Caleb (Destinee) Evans; sister, Nancy (Tim) Hall, Whitehall, Ohio and several nieces, nephews and extended family members.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded by brothers and sisters, John Knotts, Bob Knotts, Lee Knotts, Goldie Nelson and Jean Graham.

A Celebration of Life will be conducted Saturday, May 16, 2026, which includes a Pot Luck Luncheon, at Star Grange Hall, 35300 Salem School Lot Road, Langsville, Ohio beginning at 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM. Please bring your favorite dish to share with others as we remember and celebrate Kenny. Cremation services are under the direction of the McCoy-Moore Funeral Home, Vinton Chapel, who is honored to serve the Knotts Family.