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Arthur Knapp Obituary
December 1930 - January 2019
Arthur Lester Knapp, 88, of Turlock, passed away quietly surrounded by his loving family early Monday morning. Loving husband, father, Papa, great-papa, brother and friend. He was loved by all and will be greatly missed.
Art was born in White Plains, NY to Francis and Martha Knapp. At 9 months of age Frank & Martha with Art drove to Turlock, Ca where Martha's family resided. Art held various positions through the years, from truck driver, Fuller Brush Salesmen, Street Sweeper Operator, retiring after 23 years of service from the City of Turlock. Art was a longtime member of New Life Christian Center and actively involved in ministry from ushering to greeting.
Art is survived by his daughter Barbara (Bud) Smith of San Jose, son Mark ( Marti) Knapp of Turlock, daughter Michelle (Bob) Perkins of Hilmar, daughter Marci (Jeff) Brown of Denair, 13 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren, brothers Bob Knapp, Howard Knapp, Leroy Knapp. Art is preceded in death by his wife, Carol Knapp.
Visitation will be at Allen Mortuary from 4-6 pm on Monday, January 28. A private graveside will be held at Turlock Memorial Park.
Celebration of Life service will be at Allen Mortuary at 1:00 pm on Tuesday, January 29.
Memorial contributions can be made to New Life Christian Center "Move Initiative". Please leave memories and condolences at www.AllenMortuary.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Arthur Knapp
John B
January 24, 2019
To the Knapp family:Happy are those who mourn, since they will be comforted. Matthew 5:4. I am truly sorry for your loss of Arthur.May your cherished memories comfort you and give you the encouragement you need to endure.
January 24, 2019
Offering you my deepest heartfelt condolences may the love of God family and friends help you through all your grief and difficult times and may all those special memories you shared with your loveone continue to be with you always forever in your heart. Isa 33:24
Cece Davis
January 24, 2019
To the family of Arthur Knapp I am so sorry of the lost of your love one, take time to grieve an fine comfort in knowing that God is near to all those calling on him. Psalm 145:18 Sincerely Yours.
January 24, 2019
So sorry for the loss of your loved one. Please take comfort and hope in what our Creator promises at Acts 25:15.
R J
January 24, 2019
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
S E
January 24, 2019
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Linda Mc
January 24, 2019
Please accept my condolences may God give to your family the comfort and and strength you need to cope with your loss ,please know that he is there to listen to all your heartfelt prayers for help Jeremiah 29: 11,12.
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