Ann Knecht

Ann Knecht

Born January 30, 1928, Died January 28, 2026

Preceded in death by; Father Enoch Bayconich, Mother Pearl Bayconich, Husband William Martin Knecht, Brothers Walter Bayconich and Ned Bayconich, also Sisters Marie Petlinski and Olga Silvers.

Survived by; Brother Anthony Bayconich, Sons Gary William Knecht, William George Knecht and David Knecht. As well as 4 Grandsons and 5 Granddaughters, 8 great grandchildren, 1 great great granddaughter and many nieces and nephews.

Ann dedicated her life to Jehovah God as one of His Witnesses in 1954. She was an active member of the Hollsopple Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses and finally the Bens Creek Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses. In addition to working in a bakery in New York City, and as a seamstress at Best Form sewing factory in Windber PA., she was also a dedicated homemaker, devoted mother and loyal wife.

Ann was well known for her preaching and teaching activity as one of Jehovah's Witnesses. From 1954 until her death, she loyally spent many hours per month in the door-to-door ministry, helping others learn Bible truths concerning God's purpose for mankind and this Earth. She loved to help others learn how God's Kingdom rule under Christ Jesus reign as King of God's kingdom, will bring unbelievable blessings to mankind. She helped many, including family members, friends and strangers to do the same thing. Her husband Bill joined her in this activity until his death in 2000. During the last few years of his life, he was bedridden due to severe health issues. However, Ann faithfully cared for him 24/7 at home while he was confined to a hospital bed. During the last couple of years, while confined to her home in Hooversville PA, Ann continued her ministry from home, conducting free home Bible studies over the phone, by letter writing and sharing Bible truths with any visitors.

Private Interment at Richland Cemetery.