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Jansen Knickerbocker Obituary

KNICKERBOCKER, JAN (JANSEN CLAY), 71, a 45 year resident of Severna Park MD died suddenly of a heart attack on Sunday, June 8 2014 in the home he shared with his wife of 50 years. Those who knew Jan enjoyed his fine sense of humor, zest for life, love of cooking, fishing, and boating with family and friends. Born March 27 1943 in Binghamton NY Jan retired in 2004 from General Electric with over 40 years as a sales engineer in the Washington D.C. Area. He received numerous achievement awards for excellence in his field. Jan is survived by his wife Betty, two sons, Geoffrey and Robert, five grandchildren, one sister and her family residing in Colorado. A gathering to celebrate his life will be held for family and friends at a later date. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the American Heart Association. Online condolences may be made at www.barrancofuneralhome.com

Published by The Capital on Jun. 14, 2014.
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Jan was a rare spirit, full of joie de vivre. He was always a favorite. I fear the world will be a bit dimmer for his passing.

June 25, 2014

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

American Heart Association

June 14, 2014

Mr. Knickerbocker was so so nice, My Prayers are with the Family, May God Bless and heal their Hearts ...

Bert Hebb

June 14, 2014

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