Lisa Ellen Knudten, age 57, passed away Friday, June 2, 2023 in Fort Wayne. She was born in Fort Wayne, IN to George and Jacqueline Knudten formerly of Fort Wayne, and currently of Libertyville, IL. Lisa will be remembered as bright, intelligent, and full of energy. She was an avid reader who loved literature, and it was said of her that she knew how to keep Christmas well. Most of all she had a selfless spirit who always put others first. Lisa is also survived by her daughter, Connie (Ryan) LaFave of Brighton, CO; two grandsons, Cruz and Lincoln; brother Andrew (Jennifer) Knudten of Libertyville, IL; and three nephews, Ryan, Josh, and Tyler. A memorial service will be held at 3 pm on Monday, June 5, 2023 at Fairhaven Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 6557 N. Clinton St. with calling two hours prior beginning at 1:00 pm. Memorials may be made to the Allen County Public Library, a place she loved dearly. To sign the online guestbook, go to www.fairhavenfortwayne.com