Keith A. Knechel

Keith A. Knechel, 61, of Quakertown passed away on January 8, 2024 after a battle with pancreatic cancer. He was born in Sellersville on December 3, 1962 to Patricia (Horn) Peters and the late Donald P. Knechel. He was the loving husband of Rachel (Hackman) Knechel for 41 years. Keith was an employee of Bergey's Inc. for over 40 years. He loved fishing, hunting, and anything outdoors. He loved being on his tractor and taking care of his many furry companions. He was a great family man and loved being involved with his kids and grandchildren. Keith loved Jesus, was an elder and treasurer at his church, and loved to sing there.

Keith is survived by his mother; wife; children Joshua (Judy) Knechel, Anthony (Erica) Knechel, Brandon (Rebecca) Knechel, Tyler Knechel, and Nicole (Austin) Herschberger; 14 grandchildren; sister Kim (Charles) Ottinger; and many other loving family and friends.

All are invited on Sunday, January 14 to Naugle Funeral & Cremation Service, 135 W. Pumping Station Rd., Quakertown, PA 18951 to a viewing from 2:00-4:00pm and from 6:00-8:00pm. An additional viewing will be held on Monday, January 15 at Finland Mennonite Church, 1750 Ziegler Rd., Pennsburg, PA 18073 from 9:00-10:00am. A service at 10:00am will follow. At the conclusion of a service the church will host the luncheon, and we will then depart at 2:00pm for Tohickon Cemetery, 1071 Old Bethlehem Rd., Perkasie, PA 18944.

Flowers are welcome, but you can also make memorial donations in Keith's name to Living Hope Mennonite Fellowship, 75 E. Main St., Pottstown, PA 19465.