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Alex Knapp Obituary

Spc. Alex Knapp, age 24, passed away unexpectedly October 2, 2010. Beloved son of Eric & Jeannette. Dearest brother of Ryan and Shane. Dear grandson of Marco Knapp and Judy Franzel. Dear great-grandson of William Rarick. Dear nephew of Kevin Knapp and Julia Christian and dear cousin of Karly Knapp. Visitation Tuesday, 2-9 p.m. and Wednesday, 1-9 p.m. at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc. (Shelby Twp.), 54880 Van Dyke at 25 Mile Road. Instate Thursday, 10 a.m. at Woodside Bible Church 6600 Rochester Road, Troy until time of 11 a.m. Service. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Yellow Ribbon Fund or Homes For Our Troops are greatly appreciated (more info available at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons). Share memories with the family at their online guest book at WujekCalcaterra.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Macomb Daily on Oct. 5, 2010.

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October 7, 2010

I am so very sorry that Alex had to leave this early in his life. But he had touched many people and lived his life to the fullest. May God comfort you now. We love you, Aunt Linda, Stacy and Steve

Becky R

October 7, 2010

"God Bless you Alex" RIP

Christine

October 6, 2010

My prayers and heartfelt sympathy goes out to you and your family sorry for your loss

Shannon Emerick

October 6, 2010

I talked to Alex last year what a sweet young man..My heart goes out to your family.He will never be forgotten.God Bless.

Your Neighbor

October 6, 2010

God Bless Alex and his family. He was a real American Hero. I've seen him at several public events in honor of the troops. He was a true asset to our community and country. We will never be forgotten.

Karen Gianino

October 6, 2010

God Bless your son for all he gave this country!! You are all in our prayers.

The Gianino family

Jenna N

October 6, 2010

I didnt know him at all, just noticed through Facebook, but can see how loved and special Alex was to so many people. I appreciate the service he did for our country and he will never be forgotten. God Bless Alex and the Knapp Family.

The Wujek-Calcaterra Family

October 5, 2010

May we continue to honor and respect all the lessons we have learn; acting as living symbols of a loving spirit. You are in our prayers.

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