James M. Knoll, age 61, suddenly, of St. John, IN, passed away Thursday, August 30, 2012. Beloved husband of Sandy Knoll (nee Ellingson). Devoted father of Jenna Knoll. Dear brother of Sandy (Chuck) Peters, and Cheryl (Bob) Blume. Loving uncle of many nephews and nieces. Visitation Tuesday, September 4, 2012 from 3:00 - 8:00 P.M. at the Smits Funeral Home 2121 Pleasant Springs Lane (Rt. 30 & Pleasant Springs Lane ) Dyer, IN 46311. Funeral service Wednesday, September 5, 2012 at Faith Church 100 - 81st Avenue Dyer, IN 46311 at 11:00 A.M. with services conducted by Rev. Bob Bouwer. Interment Private. Jim was a respected member of the Real Estate industry both in Indiana and Illinois for many years. Memorial contributions may be given to the Jim Knoll Family Fund, C/O Illiana Financial, 1600 Huntington Dr, Calumet City, IL 60409 or the American Diabetes Association. For further information please contact 219-322-7300 or visit www.SMITSFH.com