Harry J. Knowles, Jr., M.D.
OBITUARY
Harry J. Knowles, Jr., M.D., 75, of Fallbrook, California, an interventional radiologist at Scripps Clinic in La Jolla, died on October 9, 2026, at Palomar Health in Escondido.
Born in Philadelphia, Harry was the son of Harry J. Knowles, M.D. and Audrey L. Knowles. He graduated from Harriton High School, Bucknell University, and Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia before beginning his medical career at Scripps Clinic.
Outside of medicine, Harry had a wide range of interests, including skiing, windsurfing and mountain biking. He also had a lifelong passion for sports cars, owning several over the years and racing at Laguna Seca and other tracks throughout California.
Harry was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Patricia K. Wood. He is survived by his sister, Pamela K. Clark of Gladwyne, Pennsylvania; his nephews, John K. Clark of Ventura, and Scott S. Clark of Berwyn, Pennsylvania; three nieces and many longtime friends.
He also leaves behind his cockatoo, Little Wing, and his Doberman, Rip, both of whom are in the care of a friend.
Harry will be remembered for his dedication to his career, his adventurous spirit, and his enthusiasm for life. In a final act of generosity, he donated his body to UC San Diego School of Medicine for medical education and scientific research.
In Harry’s memory, get outside, have an adventure, enjoy yourself and raise a glass in his honor.