Dorene L. Knuth found eternal peace at Lasata Care Center on Thursday, December 19, 2019 at the age of 94. Dorene was born in Port Washington, Wisconsin on October 13, 1925 to Otto and Sena (Ballbach) Schultz. She was united in marriage to Wilferd Knuth of Cedarburg on December 1, 1945 at St. John's Lutheran Church in Port Washington. Dorene worked in the family business Knuth Machine and Tool for 45 years. She enjoyed sewing, knitting, crocheting, gardening and baking, especially bread. She had a love for African Violets and cardinals. She was active with the St. John's Lutheran Church Women's Guild and the choir. Dorene was known for her contagious smile. Dorene is survived by her daughter Karen Nemitz of Ft. Myers Florida, son Donald (Renee) Knuth of Port Washington, grandchildren Wendy (Rev. Martin) Luchterhand, Cheryl Krueger, Kristine (Thomas) Morano and 8 great-grandchildren. She is further survived by nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. Doreen is preceded in death by her husband Wilferd, daughter Jean Sweeney, son-in-law Dennis Nemitz, grandson-in-law Kenneth Krueger and sister Elsie (Harry) Wittenberger. A Funeral Service will be held on Sunday, December 22, 2019 at 3:00 PM at St. John's Lutheran Church 217 N. Freeman Drive Port Washington, Wisconsin 53074. The family will receive visitors from 1:00 PM until the time of service at 3:00 PM. Dorene will be laid to rest next to her husband at Union Cemetery in Port Washington. Memorials to St. John's Lutheran Church are appreciated.