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Daniel Knauer Obituary
Born in Elverson, Pa., he was a son of the late Daniel Snyder Knauer and G. Naomi (Bitler) Knauer.
He earned a B.S. Ed. degree from Pennsylvania State University in 1943.
After teaching for a year, he enlisted in the Marine Corps. He fought in the China-Burma-India and Pacific theaters of operations during World War II. Rising to the rank of sergeant, he was honorably discharged in 1946.
He resumed his career in education, teaching agriculture and wood- and metal-working and coaching basketball, baseball and football for several years before going into school administration.
He earned M.S. Ed. and Ed. D. degrees from Penn State and worked in numerous public school districts across the commonwealth.
Dr. Knauer represented American people in a number of educational administrative exchange programs overseas. He retired as superintendent of the Salisbury School District in 1982.
Among his many hobbies were beekeeping, gardening and wookworking.
Surviving are seven children and their spouses, Robert and Cynthia Knauer of Allentown, Larry and Janet Collins of Odenton, Md., Ronald and Charlotte Knauer of Easley, S.C., Joel and Diane Mumma of Lancaster, Phil and Joan Steere of Niles, Mich., Lowell and Denise Knauer of Cortland Manor, N.Y., and Doug and Carol Kafferlin of Spring Creek, Pa.; as well as 24 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.
Service: Funeral service 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 30, St. John Church, Mahoning Twp. Interment, church cemetery. Call 10-11 a.m. Saturday. Contributions in his name may be made to Mitchell's Country Care, 22197 Brick Rd., South Bend, Ind., 46628. Arrangements by Andrew P. Ovsak Funeral Home, Fourth and Iron streets, Lehighton. Online condolences can me made at www.ovsakfh.com
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Dennis Bishop
February 1, 2010
I'm so sorry to hear about the passing of Dr. Knauer. My family has led a rewarding and happy life and it was largely because of this man. He hired me to teach at Salisbury in 1970 and because of the way that he shaped the school district I stayed for 35 years. I'm sure that he affected many, many others in a similar way. He was a strong and dedicated leader that I always greatly respected.
January 31, 2010
My mother, Mildred ECKER Colley,and our family cherish the memories of the splendid times we had with your father, Dr. Dan Knauer .My mother and your father were 69 years old when they rekindled a friendship at a high school reunion. They were both widowed and still vibrant and passionate about shared interests in education, community, politics, society and nature.
Your father had a great sense of humor, a profound knowledge of the land, lots of energy for work and play, and looked like he owned the world when he sat on a tractor.
He was a talented, intelligent, accomplished man. Most memorable was his kindness, generosity and wisdom that he shared. We will all miss him and hope that both you and he are in peace.
January 31, 2010
My mother, Mildred Colley, NEE Ecker, and our family cherish the many splendid memories of your father, Dr. Dan Knauer, and of times spent together. When your father and my mother rekindled their friendship at their high school reunion, they were both 69, widowed, and still passionate about shared interests in education, community, politics, society and nature.
I'll never forget your father's sense of humor, his profound knowledge of the land, his energy for work and play and how he looked like he owned the world when he sat on a tractor.
He was a talented and accomplished man, but I think we'll most remember him for his kindness, wisdom and generosity. May peace be with him and you.
Beth Colley and her husband, Chuck Brooks
Beth Colley
January 31, 2010
My mother, Mildred Colley, NEE Ecker, and our family cherish the many splendid memories of your father, Dr. Dan Knauer, and of times spent together. When your father and my mother rekindled their friendship at their high school reunion, they were both 69, widowed, and still passionate about shared interests in education, community, politics, society and nature.
I'll never forget your father's sense of humor, his profound knowledge of the land, his energy for work and play and how he looked like he owned the world when he sat on a tractor.
He was a talented and accomplished man, but I think we'll most remember him for his kindness, wisdom and generosity. May peace be with him and you.
Beth Colley and her husband, Chuck Brooks
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Jean D'Arconte
January 30, 2010
To the Knauer Family: I just heard about your Dad's passing this evening. Your Dad was one of the top people who had the greatest influence in my life -- he was an uncle, brother, friend,counselor etc. to me as well as my employer. I had and will always have the utmost respect for him. You all were such a wonderful family and I think of you so much. God bless you in this time of sorrow. You are in my prayers. Jean D'Arconte, Charlotte, NC
January 27, 2010
Dr. Knauer hired me as a new elementary teacher in Salisbury Twp. in 1971 and I taught there for 33 years. During his tenure there was a sort of family feeling among the staff. As a union rep we didn't always agree but still had a good relationship. He left his mark on the Salisbury Twp. schools, staff, and students.
Tracey Reither
January 26, 2010
To the Knauer Family.
Our thoughts and sympathy are with you during this difficult time. Your father was a patient , intelligent man whose words inspired many people during his time with Salisbury School District. The encouragement he gave to the students and staff alike will long be remembered. I was in the graduating class of 1982 and I remember when he handed me my diploma and congratulated me, I in turn congratulated him on his long career and wished him well during his retirement. He smiled and squeezed my hand and humbly whispered "thank you".
I remember driving along Emmaus Avenue and seeing him in the garden. When you beeped the horn he would raise his hand and wave. He was too busy enjoying himself even though he was working hard.
HIs dedication to his family was apparent with a smile when he spoke of every one of you. He was so proud.
My husband's family often spoke of him with admiration. He worked with several of them for years at the school.
May God's peace and comfort be with all of you.
Tracey (Beck) Reither, Robert Reither and family.
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