Grand Rapids, Michigan
Knape, Joseph Joseph J. Knape III, 60, passed away 1/18/2017 after a hard fought battle with cancer. Preceded in death by his parents Joseph J. Knape II and Kathryn "Kay" Ringler Knape, brother John. Survived by his partner of 21 years, Cindy Jocis and his beloved GSHP Coco. Also four siblings...
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Sorry to hear about Joe. I've been thinking about him recently, hoping to see him again.
We've spent a lot of time together growing up.
Joe showed me he could break a crystal glass with his voice.......and the help of a door knob.
Never a dull moment with Joe and John.
Fred Sayfie
March 09, 2017
A Friend
February 04, 2017 | Grand Rapids, MI
Attempting to say goodbye to my love of nearly 21 years...my buddy, best friend, 'partner in crime' & soulmate Joseph J. Knape III. He fought in typical JJK style-with EVERYTHING he had-but the cancer was a formidible foe. Joe died peacefully at home Wednesday, January 18, 2017, with me & his beloved GSHP Coco (aka Bonehead, Point, Fuzzy...) by his side, just as he wanted. He was a kind, loving man who brought me flowers every Friday, rushed to help strangers, and ALWAYS held the door. I'm...
Cindy Jocis
February 01, 2017 | Grand Rapids, MI | Significant Other
I have many great memories with Joe from our Highschool days and beyond. Joe was a happy member of the Buddy Squad and we often cruised around in his caddy listening to motown. It seems like yesterday. I hope the Temptations are playing up there for you Joe! My condolences to the Knape family.
Rick Donnelly
January 23, 2017 | Tampa, FL
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Jim Kilgore
January 23, 2017 | ElCajon, CA
Rest in peace buddy!
Bill Kilgore
January 23, 2017 | Lemon Grove, CA
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Jim Kilgore
January 23, 2017 | El Cajon, CA
So sad! My Condolences to the Knape Family.
Bill Kilgore
January 23, 2017 | Lemon Grove, CA
See ya Pal! J.C.R.
January 23, 2017