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Ralph Knerr Obituary
Ralph E. Knerr Sr., 80, of Spring Township passed away Dec. 11, 2012, at 12:30 a.m. in Reading Hospital.
He was a loving and
devoted husband to Charlotte Ann (Himmelreich) Knerr.
Born in Reading, he was the son of the late J. Edward and Florence E. (Frey) Knerr.
He was a Foreman/Roofer for Philadelphia Roofers Union, retiring in 1990 and was a bartender and trustee at the Pennwyn Club in Mohnton.
In addition to his wife, Mr. Knerr was a loving father to Debra L., wife of Donald R. Longlott Jr. of Mt. Penn, Donna L. Strauch, at home, and Ralph E. Knerr Jr., husband of Katie M. Knerr of Wernersville.
He also was a loving grandfather to Barron, Jesse, Brandi, Katie, Chad and Ethan, as well as a loving great-grandfather to seven great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his grandson, D.J., on Aug. 28, 2005.
He is also survived by his sister, Patricia Gilmore of Flying Hills.
Ralph was a gentle and kind man who was also know as "Rotten Ralph" to his friends.
Services from Bean Fu-neral Home, 3825 Penn Ave., Sinking Spring, on Monday, Dec. 17, 2012, at 10 a.m., with Rev. Paul L. Jones officiating. Entombment in Pleasant View Cemetery Mausoleum. The family will receive friends Monday, Dec. 17, 2012, from 9 to 10 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 399 Market Street, Suite 102, Philadelphia, PA 19106 in memory of Mr. Ralph E. Knerr. Online condolences may be made at www.beanfuneralhomes.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Ralph Knerr
Jeff Wolf
January 4, 2013
I delivered Meals on Wheels to Ralph and Charlotte and always enjoyed talking about Philly sports with both of them. In spite of declining health, Ralph was always very cordial and positive. Sorry to hear of your loss.
Paige Liyah Glovenski
December 17, 2012
We are so sad that we lost our Pop Pop. He will always be remember for all his kindness and the joy he showed us. XOXO Pop pop
greggn kathy wyatt heim
December 17, 2012
with deepest heartfelt sympathy god bless your entire family
Brenda Baer-Edsall
December 14, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family.
December 14, 2012
Dear Ralph and Katie,
We are so sorry for your loss. Ralph, Sr. was a great man.
Kathy and Jeff
December 14, 2012
Donna
I am so sorry to hear about your loss.May things get easier as time heals all wounds. Your father may be gone but never forgotten. Just know he is at peace.
Tara
Donna Hassler
December 14, 2012
Dear Debbie, Donny, and Katie,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved father/father-in -law/grandfather. My love and prayers are with you. God bless and comfort you always, especially at this time. I miss being part of your lives.
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