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1937
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2017
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Ellen Knopp Obituary
God has called his child, Ellen Joy Knopp, to her eternal home. She went to be with our Lord at 80 years of age on August 28, 2017 in San Antonio, Texas. Ellen was born on June 3, 1937 in Sealy, Texas to Lambert F. and Lillie Moebes. She was a long time devoted member of Concordia Lutheran Church. She was preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Charles Moebes. Ellen is survived by her daughter, Sherry Speir (Jack); son, Robert Knopp (Sylvia); granddaughters, Jordan Zapalac (Kyle), Carly Speir, Ashley Knopp; great grandchildren, Reagan Zapalac, Lawson Zapalac; sisters, AnnAdele Ross (Jimmy), Sue Harrison; and former husband, yet dear friend, Charles Knopp. The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 9:00 pm on Monday, September 4, 2017 at Porter Loring Mortuary North.
SERVICE
SEPTEMBER 5, 2017
1:00 PM
CONCORDIA LUTHERAN CHURCH
In celebration of Ellen's joyful life, please join us in dressing in bright, uplifting colors.
Interment will take place in Mission Burial Park North. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Concordia Lutheran Church or a charity of your choice.
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Ken Brown
September 7, 2017
Ellen was a kind and gentle soul. Her warm and calm presence will be missed. Sincere condolences to her family.
Patty McKaig Smith
September 5, 2017
She was one of my "Venezuela Moms" and it breaks my heart she had to go. When I think of her, she is always smiling and laughing in the images in my mind. I didn't realize her middle name was Joy but how fitting..she was joyful! I can still hear her laugh She was natural, easy to talk to, kind, friendly, fun loving, caring and I know she was a great Mother because she raised a wonderful daughter who has been a best friend since 3rd grade! I know many will miss her. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Sending love
Tom Holstlaw
September 5, 2017
I had the great pleasure of meeting and working with Ellen when she worked at the Pontiac GMC dealer and I worked for GMAC. She was a delight to speak with, always enjoyed a great joke and good gossip! She loved her family and I was glad to call her a friend. She will be missed!
Gere Steinhoff
September 2, 2017
Ellen is now rejoicing with her Lord!
Mae Buesking
September 1, 2017
I miss my friend. I will miss her laughter, the stories she told about her loving family that she truly loved and were such a joy to her and I will miss her presence across the bridge table. She was a sweet lady and I was lucky to know her.
Cheryl Baumgardner
August 30, 2017
I met Ellen at the bridge table. I loved playing bridge with her and visiting with her over the phone. She was such a delightful person, always positive. "Joy" is a perfect middle name for her! That's what she gave to me. Cheryl Baumgardner
Sondra Styer
August 30, 2017
My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
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