Harry Franklin Knepp, Jr
Harry Franklin Knepp, Jr
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Harry Franklin Knepp, Jr., 87, of Bear Creek, went to his Heavenly home on Friday, October 24th, 2025, while at UNC Chapel Hill hospital.
Harry was born on November 11th, 1937, in Clinton County, PA, to the late Harry Franklin Knepp, Sr. and Kathleen Merritt Knepp. He is preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Sandra Williams; his wife, Jean Lupold Knepp; and his son, Robbie Knepp.
Harry worked as a computer engineer for the Navy and IBM in the technical field. He is survived by his daughter, Erin K. Warrick and her husband, Donnie; his grandchildren, Catilin Brown and her husband, Matt. Jesse Knepp, Cheyenne Warrick, and Isaac Knepp and his wife, Becca; his great grandchildren, Oliver Brown, Sawyer Brown, and Emily Knepp. He is also survived by his four-legged best friend, Briscoe.
A graveside memorial service will be held at a later date in Avis, PA.
Smith & Buckner Funeral Home will be assisting the Knepp family.
Online condolences can be made at www.smithbucknerfh.com
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