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Irene Knapik Obituary

IRENE V. KNAPIK CROWN POINT HAMMOND, IN Irene V. Knapik age 95, peacefully passed away on Saturday, January 25, 2014 surrounded by her loving family. She is survived by her children: Vickie (Ron) Lash, Mary Ann (late Ted) Wagner and Kathy (late Chuck) Myers; seven grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; two great great grandchildren; many relatives and dear friends. Preceded in death by her husband, John Knapik; and son, Jim Knapik. Irene retired from the Lake County Highway Department with 25 years of service. She enjoyed crocheting, making pierogi with her grandchildren and spending time with her family. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend to many and will be dearly missed by all. Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday, January 29, 2014 at 12:00 PM at Calumet Park Funeral Chapel 7535 Taft Street Merrillville, IN with Rev. Patrick J. Kalich officiating. Friends are invited to meet with the family on Wednesday morning from 10:00 AM until time of funeral service. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association. For information, call 219-736-5840. calumetparkfuneralchapel.com

Published by The Times on Jan. 27, 2014.

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Bob & Rose Piekarczyk

February 5, 2014

We will remember Mrs. Knapik always in our prayers. Praying for all of you. So sad to hear about your loss.

Christine Nierengarten

February 2, 2014

Kathy, you and your family have my deepest sympathy.

Sharonrose Neu

February 1, 2014

My Dear Kathy,My deepest sympathy to you and your family.Though I didn't know her,she was a very lucky woman to have you and Mary Ann visit her and do for her what you both did for her: nails hair, remembering her on all holidays,never forgetting her.You both will be just as blessed.I am praying that you will all heal in time.Know she is no longer in pain and she is with your dad,watching over you all. I am sorry I didn't know until today.God Bless,Joe and Sharonrose

Deborah Serbentas

January 30, 2014

Dear Vicki, Ron and family,
You and family are in our thoughts and prayers during this sad time.
Debbie and Joe Serbentas

Tryone & Hazel Ridgell

January 28, 2014

We are so sorry for your loss, But know that she is your angel now. Always watching over you all. Our prayers are with you in these difficult times.

January 28, 2014

Kathy, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers in the loss of your mother. I wish you peaceful healing.

January 28, 2014

Kathy, Thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time. McCormack family

Cousins, Margaret, Marsha & Ken

January 27, 2014

To our dear cousins......so sorry for your loss....we loved Auntie Irene & take comfort in knowing she is with her "Walking John". Love & prayers to all of you.

Steve Michael

January 27, 2014

My condolences to the whole family of Grandma. Loved the smile and the laugh. Was always so great to run home from the bus and see the old brown car parked out in front of the house. Thanks for sharing her, and Grandpa, with us. Love you Steve

thomas jayjack

January 27, 2014

my prayers are with the knapik family tj

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