Roland E. “Nanook” Knox, age 41, of Neopit, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at home. Roland was born on November 20, 1984, in Green Bay to the late Roland Knox, Sr., and Mary Smith Ninham. He was baptized at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Neopit. After graduating from Menominee High School, he became a caregiver for his mother until her passing. Roland worked at Potawatomi Casino, Menominee Tribal Enterprises and the Menominee Casino. He enjoyed fishing, spending time with his family and friends, spending time with his children and was well known for his love of hot dogs. He was an avid Chicago Bears fan. Roland was a jokester, always had the funniest stories, and could make friends with anyone. He was a wonderful father, brother, uncle and friend; he will be deeply missed.

Roland is survived by children, Tanaya, Joseph, Kewascum, Stella and Bernard; sister, Michelle (Daniel) Smith; mother of his children, Maureen Lyons; mother of Tanaya, Melissa Skenandore; uncles, Joseph (Dorothy) Smith, Jr., Gerald Smith, Sr., and Stephan Smith; and special uncle, Gene Caldwell. He is further survived by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.

Roland is preceded in death by his parents, Roland Knox, Sr., and Mary Ninham; maternal grandparents, Joseph and Stella Smith.

A celebration potluck will be held at the Knox Residence located at N3483 Cottage Avenue in Neopit starting at 2:00 pm on Friday, October 30, 2026. Please bring a dish to pass and stories to tell.