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David Knaup Obituary

KNAUP, DAVID R., David R. Knaup left his loving family on October 8, 2008 at the age of 82. Father of his most beloved son Dennis, who preceded him in death. Survived by his wife Jeanette and daughters Vicki and Janice. Proud United States Navy veteran who served in WWII on PT Boat 659 in the Pacific theater and aboard the hospital ship USS Consolation during the Korean conflict. David was a man of the sea and of the air. His love of the water was evident in his enjoyment of scuba diving, sailboat racing, and fishing as well as his choice to serve in the US Navy. As an avid small plane pilot, an early member of the Experimental Aircraft Association and as an amateur astronomer, he was fascinated by all aspects of aviation and space exploration. For him, there was nothing better than being in the air. He was a master woodworker and his consummate skill as a craftsman could not have been more apparent as he built his own Kingfisher amphibian airplane. David was a lifetime member of the United Church of Christ at the Immanuel
Reformed UCC in Milwaukee, WI and the Union Congregational UCC in Tavares, FL where he was a dedicated servant to his Lord and to those congregations. Memorial Service, Thursday, October 16th, 11AM Union Congregational Church of Tavares, 302 St. Clair Abrams Ave., Tavares, FL. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Union Congregational UCC, Tavares, FL are appreciated.

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Published by Orlando Sentinel on Oct. 11, 2008.

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Norma Rice

October 11, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. Norma and family

Cindi Rusch (Rice)

October 11, 2008

To Jenny and family I know Dave will be greatly missed. May God guide you through this difficult time.

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