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Brian Knapp Obituary
There will be no prior calling hours. Friends are invited to attend a celebration of Brian's life 1 p.m. Sunday (July 27) at the Zion Episcopal Church, Pal myra. Burial will be at the convenience of the family in Riverview Cemetery.
Friends may contribute to their favorite charity in Brian's memory.
Brian was born October 31, 1934, in Rochester, NY, the son of the late Herbert and Meda Knapp. He served in the United States Army from 1959 to 1963. Brian worked for almost 40 years at American Can in Fairport. He enjoyed flying model airplanes. But most important to Brian was his family. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and friend.
Brian is survived by his devoted wife, Donna; children, Trudy (Marisa) Knapp-Rhodes and Ronda Korf; grandchildren, Ivy Korf, Brian Duffy and Danny Duffy; many nieces and nephews.
Brian was predeceased by his brothers and sisters.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the Patrick Funeral Home, Clifton Springs.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Angel Lyons
July 26, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family! Great-Uncle Brian will be missed.
Shanno Pierson Williams
July 26, 2014
Condolences to the entire Knapp Family. Uncle Brian will be missed.
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