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Steve A. Knabb

1952 - 2014

Steve A. Knabb obituary, 1952-2014, Schnecksville, PA

BORN

1952

DIED

2014

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Heintzelman Funeral Home, Inc. - Schnecksville

4906 Route 309

Schnecksville, Pennsylvania

Steve Knabb Obituary

Knabb, Steve A.Steve A. Knabb, 62, of Kutztown, died Friday, November 28, 2014 in Maxatawny Township. He was the loving husband of Donna L. (Wertman) Knabb having enjoyed the last 16 years together. Born in Reading, August 18, 1952, Steve was the son of John R. Sr. and Eleanor J. (Noll) Knabb of Kutztown. A lifelong farmer, he owned and operated John R. Knabb & Son in Maxatawny Township. Steve was a member of Zion's Union Church Maxatawny. He was a member of Grundsau Lodge # 15, Kutztown. Survivors: In addition to his parents and wife, Donna; children, Taylor S. Knabb and Lisa of Kansas City, MO, Arielle E. Allen and her husband, Hank of Nazareth, Stacey L. Warmkessel and her husband Keith of Fogelsville, Shane L. Jensen and his wife, Michelle of Perkasie; siblings, John R. Knabb, Jr. of Kutztown, Cheryl Knabb of Chapel Hill, NC, Sheila L. Knabb and Lisa K. Walker and her husband, Joe both of Kutztown; brother-in-law, Richard R. Wertman and his wife, Linda of Slatington; sister-in-law, Gail L. Frano and her husband, Steve of Slatington; grandchildren, Emerson, Shelby, Tyler, Trevor, Sara, Reagan, Annika and Elsa; many nieces and nephews. Services: Funeral services will be held 10:30 a.m. Thursday, December 4, 2014 at Zion's Union Church Maxatawny, 329 Church Road, Kutztown, with the Rev. Jeffrey J. Butz officiating. Family and friends may pay their respects from 7 - 8:30 p.m. Wednesday in the Heintzelman Funeral Home, Inc., 4906 Route 309, Schnecksville. Interment will follow the service in the adjacent parish cemetery. Online expressions of sympathy may be recorded at www.heintzelmancares.com. Contributions: In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Zion's Union Church Maxatawny Memorial Fund c/o the funeral home, P.O. Box # 196, Schnecksville, PA 18078-0196.

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Published by Morning Call on Dec. 1, 2014.

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Luann

April 1, 2018

Dear Donna,
You have been on my mind the last couple of days so tonight I decided to see if I could find a number or address to contact you. I was saddened and shocked to find your husband's obituary. I did not know he passed. Albeit late, please accept my heartfelt and sincere sympathy. I would love to get together for lunch and catch up...I miss your Mom. Please contact me via [email protected].

March 27, 2015

Miss you so much Dad. Can't believe it's 4 months tomorrow that you were taken from us too soon. Rest in peace. Love and hugs from Eme and I
your Peach

Dorothy Noll

March 1, 2015

My condolence to Aunt Eleanor, Uncle John, siblings, wife, Donna, & other family members. For certain, we lost a good man.

What we once enjoyed and deeply loved we can never lose. For all that we love deeply becomes a part of us. May the good memories of Steve live in our hearts forever and ever.

Just trust in the Lord. He will always be there for you.

God bless you, Steve RIP

Cousin
Dorothy Noll

December 11, 2014

Dad,
The absolute best father and friend anyone could have asked for. Thanks for all your love, support and lessons you have shared and will continue to share.

Buzz

December 10, 2014

Jennifer & Earl Edwards

December 5, 2014

Knabb Family ~ We never had the pleasure of meeting Steve but worked with his brother John for a long time. A sudden loss is never easy on the one's left behind may your faith bring you through this heartbreaking time. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family.

December 5, 2014

Arielle,Taylor and family
We express our condolences for your dads passing. He heard a voice we could not hear and is now sowing his seeds for the Almighty
to harvest.
Cindy(Hartzell)and Bill Balliet and family

Mark and Pat Ihm

December 5, 2014

As I lay in bed at 3:00am I was always comforted by the sound of Steve's truck slowly making its way out of the lane to his next delivery, for I knew everything was OK at the farm. My wife Pat and I will profoundly miss his presence. Deepest sympathy Mark and Pat Ihm.

Johanna

December 5, 2014

Donna, I'm so sorry for your loss, I never knew him, but your love filled his soul,as well as his love filled your's. God bless you and your family, and may this angel walk beside you everyday... Cherish the memories and the love...prayers to you always... Hugs

December 4, 2014

Donna and Family, I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.
Alice Fritz

Dave&Weatherly Sokol

December 4, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with Steve's entire Family.

Heather K

December 4, 2014

Knabb family,
So sorry for your loss! Your all in our prayers!

Arielle

December 4, 2014

Rest easy Dad. Glad that Emerson now has a special angel watching over her. Love you so much!

Eileen and Dale Ohl

December 3, 2014

Donna, We really didn't know Steve, but whenever you talked about him, you could see in your eyes and your smile that you truly had finally found your soul mate.
We are so sorry for yours and the rest of the families loss in his passing. You have our Deepest Sympathy and Prayers.
God Bless you and your Family.

Nicole

December 3, 2014

To the family-words cannot soothe the grief felt with such a sudden loss. May you find comfort in the happy memories and heal with time. My thoughts are with you in this time of sorrow.

Terry & Elaine Lenhart

December 3, 2014

Dear Donna and family,
Elaine and I extend our sincere sympathy during this most sad and painful time. We can only hope that the Lord gives you the strength to remain stong and focus on your loving memories of Steve. You are in our hearts. Take care.

Ellis & Carole Noll

December 3, 2014

Solomon in the book of Ecclesiastes said that there is "A time to be born and a time to die," but Steve's untimely departure leaves us with gratuitous lament. Steve was a wonderful person. Whenever we visited Steve's parents, we looked forward to speak with Steve. We extend our deepest condolences to family and friends and pray that you will find comfort in this time of loss and disquietude.

Ellis & Carole Noll

December 3, 2014

Solomon said in Ecclesiastes that there is "A time to be born, and a time to die," but somehow it doesn't seem just that Steve departed so soon. Steve was a wonderful person. Whenever we visited Steve's parents, we always looked forward to speak with Steve. We extend our deepest condolences to Steve's family and pray that God will comfort and console you in this time of loss and disquietude.

Linda & Rick

December 2, 2014

I hope the Angels know what they have..
I bet it's so nice up in heaven since you arrived..
Rest now Steve
We will miss you..

Eileen and Dale Ohl

December 2, 2014

Donna, We never knew Steve, we only know that your eyes would light up and you'd get this beautiful smile on your face, when talking about him.
You finally had found your soul mate.
So very sorry for the loss for you and the entire family.
You have our Deepest Sympathy and Prayers.
God Bless,

Lisa Reichard

December 2, 2014

Donna, Shane, Stacy and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all in your time of need. If you need anything I am a phone call away. He is an angel watching over all of you.
Take care

December 2, 2014

Dear Donna and family, I was saddened to hear of the loss of Steve. I will always cherish the memory of the good times we had all those years ago. You were my second family and always will be. Thoughts and prayers to you all. Linda Wertman

December 2, 2014

To the Knabb Family, our deepest sympathy. Bill and Dot Paterson

Ellie & Dave Merkel

December 2, 2014

Our sincere sympathy to you, Donna and all your family. Steve will be remembered as a loving, caring person. Our prayers are with you all.

Kim Schroeder

December 2, 2014

To all of Steve's Family,
Our deepest sympathies go out to you at this time of great sadness.
Rodale Institute Staff

Randy & Donna Bailey

December 2, 2014

Thoughts and prayers to the entire Knabb family. Steve was a classmate of Randy's. He always waved as we passed on Grim Road and always took time to talk to you during his breakfast outings. Sincere condolences at this difficult time. God Bless.

Randy & Donna Bailey

December 2, 2014

Thoughts and prayers to the entire Knabb family. Steve was a classmate of Randy's who always took time to talk to you or wave as we passed on Grim Road. Sincere condolences to you all. God bless.

Linda Sunday-Grim

December 1, 2014

To all of Steve's family...
I have such fond memories of Steve from Maxatawny Elementary School and forward. Steve has always been a hard worker and a great person. He has edged a place in my heart and will be remembered with fondness. May you know that prayers for comfort and peace come your way. And, may the memories that he has left in your heart ease the pain and remind you that he will be with you always.

Gary Dotterer

December 1, 2014

When I was mowing lawn on s/fried ale road and Steve was hauling hay we would always throw a friendly wave. Although we never met, I could tell you were a man of great character..well done good and faithful servant..you will be missed...

June Spohn and Daughters

December 1, 2014

To the Knabb Family, Deepest sympathy from all of the Spohn family.We are so very sad to hear the sudden passing of Steve,and our heart goes out to the entire family.Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Carol & Kermit Derr

December 1, 2014

John, Eleanor, and the Knabb family, So very sorry for your loss..Kermit & I have fond memories of meeting up with Steve in the area.. We were saddened to hear of his passing.. You are in our prayers and thoughts..

Margaret Fenstermacher

December 1, 2014

Donna,
I have no words to adequately express my saddness for your loss. I am praying for strength for you and your family to get through this most difficult time. My sincere condolences to you all.

Marilyn Bird

December 1, 2014

To the Knabb Family,
We express our sympathy for your loss. May
God Bless you and Comfort you at this time.

Marilyn and Bill Bird

RICK WERTMAN

December 1, 2014

thankyou Steve for giving us thanksgiving so we had one more time to enjoy your smile and stories and be honored with your presence you leave a spot in my heart that will never be filled .

Debra Smith

December 1, 2014

May his memories make
you smile
May his laughter echo
in your ears
May his love live on forever
in your hearts
As his wings now surround and
comfort you - Always.

Please know you are all in my thoughts and prayers, especially you Donna.

December 1, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss Donna. Linda Hunsberger

Debby Grim

December 1, 2014

Donna, Please accept my sincere condolences on your loss. I will keep your family in my prayers. God Bless

One of Sara's FAVORITE PAST TIMES With Pa-Pa!!

Sara Delong

December 1, 2014

Chris Wilson

December 1, 2014

We are very sorry for your loss. We will miss talking with Steve each week at pick up time.

From the entire Weyerbacher Brewing Compamy

December 1, 2014

We are saddened to hear of Steve's passing. Your many happy memories will give you strength through these difficult times.
Reuben Bachman & Patsy Snyder

December 1, 2014

Donna,Sheila and family,
Our thoughts and condolences are with you in this time of sorrow.
Jonathan and Sherri Williams

Lori Gill

December 1, 2014

I am so sorry for the sudden loss of Steve.I thank him for being gracious to myself and my family over the years and had many good memories over the holidays.

December 1, 2014

Arielle and family, Please accept our condolences. Peace be with you always. Janet, Jeff and Ali

Dolores Wehr & family

December 1, 2014

Donna and family, So sorry for the loss of your loved one. May the memories you had together make it easier for you in this time of sorrow.

December 1, 2014

Our condolences to all the family. Wonderful memories of growing up with Steve. May the Lords grace guide you and console you.

Linda Sterner

December 1, 2014

My sincere condolences to you and your family Donna. I am so sorry for your loss.

Diane Caldarelli Woodring

December 1, 2014

Dear Knabb Family'

Please accept my deepest sympathy.

Sincerely,

Naomi & John Benedek

December 1, 2014

Donna and your family,

So sorry for your loss. May God wrap his loving arms around each one of you to give you comfort and carry you through this difficult time.

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