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Theodore Knapik Obituary
Theodore "Ted"
Theodore "Ted" Knapik, age 94, passed away April 21, 2014. Ted was employed 43 years at Gerity-Schultz and was a member of the 324th Army Services Forces Band during WW II. He also was a member of the P.A.C. Band and director of the Commanders Orchestra.
Surviving is his wife, Christina; children, Tom Knapik, Valerie White and Jenifer Zalecki; six grandchildren and brother, Edwin Knapik.
Services with interment in Calvary Cemetery will be private.
Arrangements by the Thomas I. Wisniewski Funeral Home. 419-531-4424.
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Memories and Condolences
for Theodore Knapik
Paul Raczkowski
April 28, 2014
Ted was my trumpet teacher who was always patient and understanding with me. We will all miss him and the legacy that he left in the Toledo area. I know he is up in heaven playing the "Little Train" Polka! God be with his family during this time of sorrow!
jim muszynski
April 23, 2014
Uncle Ted's zest for life whether playing trumpet, softball with brothers for post 18, even card games at our scott park house is what I remember. He was a family leader & will be missed.
Tim WISNIEWSKI
April 22, 2014
Mr.Knapik was the real deal. His obituary could have filled a entire page. People come and go in your life but Mr.Knapik has left a lasting impression many of his fellow musicians and his students. He was responsible for creating many fine trumpet players and by sharing his talent he created a legacy not only for himself but for many generations to come. I'm 64 years old and he's still Mr. Knapik to me. He was a man that I respected all of my life. Like my mom always said "respect you have to earn" and that he did. May you rest in peace. Tim
Bob Steele
April 22, 2014
Christine and family,you have our sympathy.I have many memories playing with the commanders 18 years.love Bob,Phyllis.
Bob Steele
April 22, 2014
Christine and family,you have our sympathy.I have many memories playing with the commanders 18 years,love Bob,Phyllis.
Bob Steele
April 22, 2014
cHristine and family,you have our sympathy.I have many memories playing 18 years with the commanders.love bob,phyllis
fran song
April 22, 2014
Dearest Mrs. Knapik, Val and family. So sorry for your loss, in hopes that knowing he is more comfortable will give you comfort. Love, Fran
Muchael Jasinski
April 22, 2014
Christina, Valerie & Jenifer My Deepest and Sincere Sympathy'. Ted was more than a Friend to my Parents he was family. Since early childhood I can recall "Uncle Ted"not only for his Wit and Charm but as a Talented Trumpeter who got us all Jumpin' to the Polka Rhythm. I Pray God he's Up there Now in Heaven playing for The Big Guy, Tootin' his Horn along side Gabriel and his buddy Buzzy laying down the Polka Beat for the Ages! God Bless You Ted!
Dan Welch
April 22, 2014
We played many a gig together...a legend on the trumpet! He was one of the last great trumpet players from that era. I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR OF HIS PASSING
April 22, 2014
Jenifer, My thoughts and prayers are with you, the girls, and your family. I am so sorry for your loss. It is so hard to sa good-bye to a loved one. Thinking about you. Sue Irmen
Ursula Zulka Cauffiel
April 22, 2014
A treasure in Polonia...we shall miss his special spark....with condolences to Christina and family! From Ursula Zulka Cauffiel.
Cindy Hymore-Smith
April 22, 2014
So sorry Christine and family for your loss. May Ted rest in peace.
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