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Carole Knapp Obituary
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WINTER HAVEN - Carole I. Knapp, 74, of Winter Haven passed away Tuesday, June 7, 2011 at her residence.
She was born December 31, 1936 in Bayonne, NJ to the late William & Isabella (Welch) Ryan; and she moved to the area in 2006 from Tom's River, NJ. She was a retired nanny and of the Catholic faith. She was a member of the Democratic Club of Old Bridge, NJ and the Rolling Rovers RV Club. She enjoyed camping and family times.
Carole was preceded in death by her parents, two sisters, Millicent Sinka and Doreen Ryan and two brothers, Michael Ryan and Robert Ryan. Survivors include her husband of 15 years, Richard H. Knapp; daughters, Debbie Knapp of Cliffwood Beach, NJ, Denise Talmadge of Winter Haven, Dawn Schaefer of Winter Haven and Roxeanne O'Neill of Bayville, NJ; step-daughters, Mary Ann Denko of New Egypt, NJ, Terry Knapp of Kingsport, TN and Corrine Schmidt of Jackson, NJ; step-sons, Richard Knapp of Jamesburg, NJ and Gregory Knapp of Hallendale; sisters, Loretta Weichert of Old Town, Joanne Ryan of Mobil, AL and Arlene Boone of Dallas, TX; brothers, Timothy Ryan of Georgia and Billy Ryan of Cliffwood Beach, NJ; 21 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.
Funeral service will be held 2:00 pm, Thursday, June 9, 2011 at the Marion Nelson Funeral Home in Lake Wales, with visitation from 11:00 AM until service time. Condolences may be sent to the family and the webcast of the service can be viewed at www.marionnelsonfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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Kim Henry (Ryan)
June 10, 2011
Even though we spent miles apart my Aunt Carol will always be remembered as funny, warm, and had a laugh that was contagious. I remember a conversation with her about wrinkles on her neck that had me laughing. She will be missed and was loved by her niece! Prayers for peace for the family as you face this time of sorrow. For the family, May Christ grant you the courage today to fully rely o Him by walking in faith and trusting in His mighty power. God Bless.
Eugene Hoffman
June 10, 2011
Our deepest sympathy to Carole's family. May she be at peace now. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow. Love Mary Ann & Gene Hoffman
June 10, 2011
Our deepest sympathy to all of Carole's family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you now in this time of sorrow. May Carole be at peace. Love, Mary Ann & Gene Hoffman
Jaime O'Donnell
June 9, 2011
As each day will pass your hearts will become lighter as her spirit passes to heaven to see the ones who have passed before her. She is in a better place where her thoughts and memories can now be cherished. Love you all. Jaime & Dan O'Donnell and family.
Fred and Debbie Talmadge
June 9, 2011
Doc and I would like to express our deepest sympathy to the entire family. We will always remember Carole as a strong and fun loving person. It goes without saying that a goodtime was to always be had when we were with her. I know she was truly a loving wife, mother and grandmother. Her great-grandchildren will be blessed with the memory of her that will be shared with them throughout the years to come. She will be truly missed. Our thoughts and prayers our with you all. Love Doc and Debbbie
Katherine Ryan
June 9, 2011
God bless. Carole was a beautiful lady.
Katherine, Lynn,& Michele Ryan
Karen Ryan
June 9, 2011
Aunt Carole, Love and miss you always. You'll be safe now you're with my daddy.
Love Always, Karen Ryan
June 9, 2011
I am truely sorry she was my favorite Aunt on my Dads side I will truely miss her. Chris Ryan (Robert Ryans son)
Terri Knapp
June 9, 2011
Mom,We love you and miss you. I know your in a better place . But you will aways be in my heart.
Love your Daugher Terri
Shari Gravatt
June 9, 2011
I will always remember Carol with love and terrific memories. Richard and Carol both helped me when noone else would. I will never forget the time they devoted to me and the twins.
Bobby Boone
June 9, 2011
Aunt Carole will always be remembered in my thoughts and in my heart. She sent me a Light House a few years ago out of the blue. Now, whenever I turn it on I will be reminded of her and her love. I will surely miss her. From our family to the Family of God. Go in grace and peace Aunt Corole.
Angel Ledesma
June 8, 2011
I will always remember her unwavering spirit! My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love,
Angel
Ellie Schaefer
June 8, 2011
Aunt Carole, Love you and Miss you, I will always cherish my memories of
you.
Denna Nolan
June 7, 2011
My family & I feel the deep sorrow of your loss. We will keep you all in our hearts & prayers.
Denna, Keven, Dayla & Avery
Susan Nolan
June 7, 2011
For the memories I have of Carole I am grateful. For her family I share in the sorrow. Heart & thoughts are with you. A candle burns at St. Stephen's in Carole's name.
Susan, son Cory & Mom Terry
June 7, 2011
i wiil miss her but i know shes in a better place .carole you will awaysbe in my heart .love your sister arlene
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