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Allen Knapp Obituary
Allen W. Knapp, Sr., age 72, late of Glen Spey, NY, passed away on Saturday, August 16, 2008 at his home.
He was born on June 9, 1936 in Pine Bush, NY.
He was the son of the late Elwin H. Knapp and Dorothy Terwillger Knapp.
Allen was a Motor Equipment Operator for the Town of Lumberland Highway Department. He was a social member of the Roosa-Fleming VFW Post 161, Port Jervis, NY. He served the United States Army during the Korean War.
He was also a member of the Pond Eddy United Methodist Church, Pond Eddy, NY. He was a past member of Glen Spey Rod and Gun Club.
He married Phyllis Caslin Knapp, who survives.
He is also survived by his four daughters: Debbie Lawrence and her husband, Patrick of Interlaken, NY, Tammy Lynn Worzel and her husband, Donald of Shohola, PA, Jill Barnes and her husband, Daryl of Highland Lake, NY and Kim Kampka and her husband, Joseph of Matamoras, PA; his son, Allen W. Knapp, Jr. and his fiance, Casey of Glen Spey, NY; 13 grandchildren: Shannon, Jason, Melissa, Diana, Nichole, Chelsea, Robert, Kelly, Stephanie, Tyler, Morgan, Taylor, and Grace; three great grandchildren: William, Shawn, Gabriel, and also his trusted dog, Morgan. He is predeceased by his grandson, Donald H. Worzel, Jr.
Memorial services will be held Wednesday, August 20 at 2 p.m. at The Pond Eddy United Methodist Church, Pond Eddy, NY with the Rev. Nancy Vonderhorst officiating.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Pond Eddy United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 145, Pond Eddy, NY, 12770 or the Lumberland Fire Dept. County Route 31, Pond Eddy, NY 12770.
Arrangements are by the Knight-Auchmoody Funeral Home, 154 E. Main St., Port Jervis, NY. For information, directions or to send a condolence note to the family, visit knight-auchmoody.com.
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Nick Somarelli
August 29, 2008
To the entire Knapp family so very sorry to hear of your loss.We had lots of great talks and laughs.We will miss him as well.
michelle degraw/flood
August 19, 2008
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Lois and Bill Van Inwegen
August 19, 2008
Phillis and family
We were sorry to hear about Al. I knew him a long time, scince we grew up as kids in Huguenot. He was always a good guy. You will always be in our thoughts and prayers.
MIKE MULLER SR.
August 19, 2008
ALLEN, I DIDN'T KNOW YOUR DAD TOO WELL BUT I KNOW YOU WILL MISS HIM AS I MISS MINE. DEEPEST SYMPATHY
Kim McCooey
August 18, 2008
Phillis, Children, and GrandChildren,
We were so surprised to hear of Al's passing as we know you were too. We would like you to know that we are here for each and every one of you and you are in our thoughts and prayers. Sending our deepest sympathies.
Mike, Kim, Jordan, Madisyn, and Morgan McCooey
Fran and Pam Bucksbee
August 18, 2008
Dear Phyllis and Family,
Our condolences on your loss. May your memories comfort you at this time.
Kirk & Bettie Meehan
August 18, 2008
Phyllis and family,
Bettie and I are so sorry for your loss. Al was a good man. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Brian Escott and Family
August 18, 2008
Phyllis and Family,
Expressing our deepest sympathy to you and your loved ones. There is no way to lesson the sorrow of losing someone so precious to you, but please remember that others care very much and wish you strength and comfort during this sad time.
Pam Barry(Knapp)
August 18, 2008
Dear Mom,Debbie, Tammy,Kim,Jill, and Allen,
I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. You guys are always in my heart.
Love,
Pam
Gary & Bobbie Frey
August 18, 2008
Phyllis & Family,
We were so sorry to hear of Al's passing.You are in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time in your life.
Just know he is in a wonderful place and will be close to your side forever.
Gary and I have great memories with Al that we will keep close to our hearts.
we always had many laughs thru the years and will always remember them.
Wish we could be there for you but just know that we are thinking of everyone at this time.
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