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1936
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2026
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Dora Knepp Obituary
Born June 18, 1936 in Woodland, she was the daughter of the late Leroy S. and Susie I. (Knepp) Lowder.
On April 10, 1954, she wed the love of her life of 71 years, Harold "Sparkey" Knepp, who survives at home.
Also surviving are her children, Mrs. Janet Wisor and husband Richard, Wallaceton; Mrs. Vicky Herman and husband Richard, Osceola Mills; Mrs. Krista Cole and husband Dennis, Wallaceton; seven grandchildren; and fourteen great-grandchildren.
Along with her parents, she was preceded by a daughter, Mrs. Kathy English, November 5, 2024; her son-in-law, Roger English, June 22, 2018, a granddaughter, Gina English; her brothers, Norman Lowder, Ronald Lowder and Larry Lowder.
Dora was a member of the Wallaceton United Methodist Church, Wallaceton. She was a homemaker and enjoyed spending time with her family.
Family and friends will be received on Monday, January 5, 2026 from 4-7:00 PM at Strange & Weaver Funeral Service, Morrisdale, followed by a funeral service at 7:00 pm, in the funeral home chapel with Pastor Kathie Ann Pearcy officiating.
She will be laid to rest in the Reidy Cemetery, Wallaceton.
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Robin Yarger
January 4, 2026
So sorry for your families loss. Praying for comfort
Patti Rousan
January 4, 2026
My heart aches for you all.
We are sorry for your loss, Dora Mae will be remembered by us all There are never the right words to say to bring comfort but know this your family and friends are surrounding you with their love.
Just know I am thinking of you all and you are in our prayers.
So many memories .... I will never forget the kindness your family has always shown to me....love and hugs to you all.
Todd Roessner
January 3, 2026
Spark and Family we are so sorry to learn about the passing of Dora Mae please know all of you are in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless all of you. Greg and Todd
John Butler
January 3, 2026
Sparky and family, Sorry to read this news. May the Blessings of Our Lord be with you all. Prayers for all.
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Vicky S Herman
January 3, 2026
Oh Mom I hope you know how much you were loved. We all feel like this is a dream. Watch over us.
SCOTT BORDAS
January 3, 2026
omg I am shocked , knew her all my l.ife
great women , in a better place now
sparky, Janet, Vicky , my heart, love n prayers
go out to you guys
we always was n will be a strong , loving family
I have the best cousins god ever put on this earth
1 day soon i'll be back to haunt y'all again lol
soooo sorry
love n prayers
Scottie Bordas
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