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John Knipschild Obituary
Nim John E. Knipschild passed away on April 2, 2017 at the age of 57. Beloved son of the late Robert L. & Patricia A. O'Connor Knipschild, survived by his wife Jennette and daughter Jennette "Taz", and brother to Abby Weber (Mark Daubert), Amy Flores (Juan), Jill Harsch and Sarah Hoctor (John) and many nieces and nephews. Born in Madison, WI, raised in Cincinnati, OH and a long time Clifton resident. In 1973, John started his martial arts journey. Becoming a lifelong member of the National Black Belt Karate Association (NBBKA) and a Tang Soo Do Grand Master Instructor. He was highly respected in the martial arts community and opened his heart and mentored students of all backgrounds, abilities and ages who were seeking their own martial arts journey. He was an example of a "true master" of the art. Employed at Good Samaritan Hospital since 1979. John was a chemo prep specialist at the TriHealth Cancer Institute, known to all as "Chemo Boy". He performed his job with grace and an abundance of love. In return, he was loved by his patients, team mates, and all of the TriHealth community. John was an example of a shining star and has left a legacy that will live on. John was admired by many for his outgoing, cheerful disposition and for his sense of humor. He always wore a smile and had a positive message for everyone he encountered. Visitation will be 10-12PM at the Spring Grove Funeral Home, 4389 Spring Grove Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45223, service at 12PM on Saturday, April 8, 2017. In lieu of flowers please send donations to Good Samaritan Hospital Foundation Cancer Care in memory of John Knipschild. http://www.trihealth.com/foundations/good-samaritan-hospital-foundation/donate/
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Memories and Condolences
for John Knipschild
pat joyce
March 30, 2024
Hiya buddy, miss you and think of you often and wish you were here, have your picture on my refrigerator, time sure does fly i can't believe it's been 7 years already.
Patrick Joyce
March 31, 2021
"Hammer" Miss you pal, think of you often !! RIP
Joey-johnnie--Mario and me visiting John in cinn
Pat Joyce
June 14, 2017
God rest your soul my brother (hammer) !!! Love ya !!!! Gimme your wrist !!!!
Abbud Abdal-Sami
April 12, 2017
My prayers and love for the Knipschild family. He was a great friend who keep me out of trouble as we were working through Aiken High School. He will be missed!
Ryan Brown
April 7, 2017
John was a great man. Every time he came into the shop it was the best part of my day. He was one of the first people to have a conversation with me after I started working at the shop. He would text me and keep in touch with me, making sure I was doing well in school and always asking about my family. He's truly someone I will miss seeing every weekend.
Jeffery York
April 7, 2017
John is such a great person and friend. He was always a great joy to be around, and we all at Point Blank West loved him greatly. He will be missed but not forgotten
Carol Smith
April 6, 2017
John will always be remembered by many as a positive and up-lifting person. He gave so much of himself to his job and his patients. Rest in peace my friend.
Chris Hunt
April 6, 2017
Whizzo,
My co-worker...my mentor..my friend..my brother.
I always cherished our talks .
John Carter will always be your fault. :)
You are missed.
Smiley
Lisa Webb
April 6, 2017
Condolences to the family.
Kirby Kuhl
April 6, 2017
RIP my old friend.
Dan Harsch
April 6, 2017
I want to tell your family John was one of the sweetest guys I had the honor of knowing. I know you will miss him sorely yet his smile and kindness will live with you forever.
Patricia
April 6, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss. The 121st Psalms is very comforting and encouraging scriptural passage. Know thar God cares and he will support you through these days of deep sadness. My deepest and sincere condolences to your families and friends.
Priscilla Gorman Oehlschlaeger
April 5, 2017
I will always love his connection to his family as the baby brother. Then his signature work at the Clifton Recreational Center teaching Martial Arts. His love for his patient's. He and Jill surrounded their Mother with a constant state of high alert when she needed them.Beautiful spirit of enormous amounts of love and the knowledge to let go and let God take it from here.Bless you John boy. Thank you. Thank you.
Erin Paunovich
April 5, 2017
My heart was broken as I heard of my cousins passing. In my memory we will always be kids fighting over a beach ball. May you rest in peace in the arms of our Lord and those who have gone before you.
Cynthia Thompson
April 5, 2017
So sorry to hear of his passing. John and I hung out at the zoo together for many years as members of the Junior Zoologist Club. What a wonderful and memorable time that was in our young lives. Condolences to the family from one of John's childhood friends.
April 5, 2017
My sincere condolences. May the God of all comfort strengthen you all during this difficult time. Rom 15:4
Chantia Miller
April 5, 2017
What a blessing it was to know you. You will never know how much happiness and joy you have brought to your friends and coworkers. Sending love and prayers of peace to your family.
Cindy Rahe
April 5, 2017
We will never forget you John. Our days at work never seemed like work when we saw your smiling face. Thanks for the laughter .
May you rest in eternal peace.
April 5, 2017
My sincere condolences. May the God of all comfort strengthen you all during this difficult time. Rom 15:4
Good Samaritan friend Dianne Werling
April 4, 2017
John, thank you.
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