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Harvey Knepel Obituary

Knepel, Harvey P. Of Mequon. Age 93 years. Born to Eternal Life Friday, February 6, 2009. Beloved husband of the late Erma (nee Rennicke). Cherished father of Jane Lukach, Ruth (David) Maitland and John (Mary). Loving grandfather of Kristine, Katherine (Michael), Jennifer (Joseph), David (Karla), Heather (Thomas), Janel and John, Jr. Proud great-grandfather of Timothy, Patrick, Andrew, Leah, Zachary, Olivia and Alyssa. Brother of Violet (James) Haley and Donald (Phyllis) Knepel. Further survived by many other relatives and friends. Funeral Services will be held on Monday, February 9, at 6PM, at Salem Ev. Lutheran Church, 6840 N. 107th St., Milwaukee. Visitation from 3PM until time of Service. Committal Service Tuesday, February 10, at 10AM, at West Granville Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the church are appreciated. Harvey was a WWII veteran serving in the European Theater. SCHMIDT & BARTELT A.A. Schmidt & Sons Funeral and Cremation Service Menomonee Falls 262-251-3630 www.schmidtandbartelt.com

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel from Feb. 7 to Feb. 8, 2009.

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Susan Rose Sprengeler

February 15, 2009

May the Lord be with you during this time of loss and comfort you with His love and promises.

Phyllis Pfeil Miller

February 11, 2009

So sorry to hear about the loss of your father. Both he and my Dad had long and good lives so there are many memories for us to keep in our heart. .. Phyllis Pfeil Miller

Jill Schoenberg

February 9, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with the Knepel family.

Paul Chmielewski

February 9, 2009

I will always have fond memories of Mr. Knepel. I am losing a great neighbor. Myself and my family have the Knepel family in our thoughts and prayers.

Sara (Chmielewski) Mathwig

February 9, 2009

I will always have fond memories of both Harvey and Erma from growing up next door. My thougths are with you!

Joanne Jovanovich

February 7, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Cathie Manley

February 7, 2009

There is nothing that can be said to lessen the loss you are feeling as you say goodbye to your father. May knowing that he is with those who have gone before be of comfort to you. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Cathie

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