Knopf, Richard, author chairman and CEO of SpecOps Systems, formerly of New York, died suddenly at home in Manteca, CA on September 15, 2013. The proud father of Andrew and John, was a scholar/athlete and graduate of Rye Neck High and Columbia University (BA and MBA). A long time resident of Tustin, Richard was active for many years as a volunteer baseball coach and mentor to young baseball players, helping many of them to attend college. Knopf Field at Tustin High School is a fitting legacy. He served as an officer in the U.S. Navy and was buried with military honors. Online guestbook: plfryandson.com P.L. Fry & Son Funeral Home

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Published by Orange County Register from Oct. 20 to Oct. 27, 2013.

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Elizabeth Jaeschke

October 9, 2023

Think of you and yours often, with much love always.

elizabeth jaeschke

July 18, 2022

Still miss you, my friend. May you rest in peace. My prayers and love are with your family. You were a true friend to so many and you will be remembered as a brilliant, loving hero.

September 20, 2015

DK, You were my boss and my friend... I am so sorry we lost contact with each other over these past 20 years!
I loved your passion for your family and of course, youth baseball!
I have missed you my friend - may you rest in peace!
"BD" aka Diane Carroll

Robert Mele

April 21, 2014

I'm very sorry he has passed. He was one of the few great people you like to meet in your life. He was a great friend and a good person. He will be missed.

January 11, 2014

R.I.P. Tony Forlano

October 14, 2013

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