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Walter Knott
Knott's Berry Farm founder (1889–1981)
Walter Knott | |
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Walter Knott, c.1960. | |
| Born | (1889-12-11)December 11, 1889 San Bernardino, California, U.S. |
| Died | December 3, 1981(1981-12-03) (aged 91) Buena Park, California, U.S. |
| Resting place | Loma Vista Cemetery, Fullerton, California |
| Occupation(s) | Farmer, amusement park owner, businessman |
| Years active | 1920–1974 |
| Known for | Founder of Knott's Berry Farm |
| Spouse | Cordelia Hornaday (m.1911–1974; her death) |
| Children | 4 |
| Father | Elgin Charles Knott |
Walter Marvin Knott (December 11, 1889 – December 3, 1981) was an American farmer and businessman who founded the Knott's Berry Farmamusement park in Buena Park, California, introduced and mass-marketed the boysenberry, and founded the Knott's Berry Farm food brand.
Early life
Knott was born on December 11, 1889, in San Bernardino, California. His parents were Rev. Elgin Charles Knott, a Southern Methodist minister origin