Clayton-Knopf-Obituary

Photo courtesy of Kern River Family Mortuary

Clayton V. Knopf

Bakersfield, California

Jul 10, 1935 – Jul 8, 2025

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BORN
July 10, 1935
DIED
July 8, 2025
LOCATION
Bakersfield, California

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Kern River Family Mortuary Obituary

Dad was a life long Bakersfield resident. Passing away peacefully at home 2 days shy of his 90th Birthday. He graduated from Kern County High School in 1954. He then joined the Air Force, in 1958 he was honorably discharged and returned home.Shortly after returning, he met Carolyn Jean...

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I dated Chris his son many years ago it's been so long since I've seen Mr knopf.. it's been about 10 years ago that I seen Chris in California at the beach and it was such a great time that I had with him. Chris I just wanted to tell you hello and it was wonderful seeing you again and I am so sorry for the loss of your dad. He was always so good to me and my son who is so young at the time and how he took me in and my son and loved him as his own your mom and sister and everyone. He was such...

Clayton was one of my clients a few years ago and I really enjoyed spending time with him. He had a lot of stories to tell and his kids were his favorite topic. I enjoyed listening to his stories and caring for him as well as his family. My condolences to the family he will be missed.