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Jacqueline Knapp Obituary

Knapp, Jacqueline "Jackie" (nee Pope), age 74, at rest August 1, 2008, beloved wife of William R. Knapp for 50 years, loving mother of William J. "Billy" (Mindy) Knapp and Laura E. (Will) Topp, dear grandmother of William N. Knapp and Jacqueline Topp. Jackie was very devoted to her husband, children and grandchildren. She enjoyed her professional business career as co-owner/manager of Chicagoland Motel, Lyons, IL; and was very proud of being a Paul Harris Fellow of Rotary International, and a member of the Berwyn Rotary Anns for 30 years. Visitation Friday, August 8th, from 3 to 9 p.m., at Adolf Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Ltd., 2921 S. Harlem Ave., Berwyn. Funeral service Saturday, 9:15 a.m., prayers at the funeral home, then proceeding to St. Pius X Church, Stickney, for 10 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial. Entombment Queen of Heaven Cemetery- Christ the King Mausoleum. Memorials to the Shrine of St. Jude Thaddeus, 1909 S. Ashland, Chicago, IL. 60608-2903 (www.shrineofsaintjude.com) would be appreciated. Service information: 708-484-4111

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Aug. 6 to Aug. 7, 2008.

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Mike Sweeney

August 12, 2008

Bill,
Please accept my condolences on your loss. Your mother was always a gracious, compassionate and elegant lady. My sympathies to your entire family.

Branko, Melanie, Niko & Lilijana Puhar

August 12, 2008

Mr. Knapp, Billy & Laura,

Please accept my deepest condolences on the passing of Jackie. I agree with all of the postings on this guest book and it's evident that Jackie touched many lives with her grace and dignity.
May GOD Rest Her Soul and May Her Memory Be Eternal.

Respectfully,

Teresa Monroe

August 11, 2008

My deepest sympathies for the Knapp family. I was so sorry to hear the loss of such a wonderful lady who carried herself with such grace. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Fred Spanuello

August 9, 2008

To the Knapp family
I was very saddened to hear of your loss. I had known Jackie for many years as I was one of the vendors who had business with Chicagoland Motel and Jackie. While working for RCA, I serviced the TV's, alarm system and telephone system. It was a pleasure working with Jackie as she was fair, understanding and a delight to deal with on a professional basis. I will miss her greatly. My prayers are with her family at this time.

Peggie Finn

August 8, 2008

Mr. Knapp, Laura & Bill - I am so sorry for your loss. I have great memories of Mrs. Knapp. She was always so pleasant and generous. I truly admired her spunk too! Everyone really loved her.
She will be greatly missed. Your family is in my prayers.

James Nicholas

August 8, 2008

Dear Laura, Will and Jacqueline,

Our sincerest sympathies on the loss of your mother. Although we did not meet her, all we have heard over the years is what a wonderful person she was.

Our prayers are with you.

Sincerely,

Jim and Elaine Nicholas
Louis and James

Angela (Morano) Tufo

August 7, 2008

Dear Laura, Billy & Mr. Knapp,
I was so sorry to hear about your loss. I have fond memories of Jackie when we were growing up - always smiling, always happy and absolutely the nicest person to be around. The days, months and years ahead will be difficult - some times more than others. Just keep your memories close to your heart and hopefully that will bring a smile to your faces.

Laurie Munoz

August 7, 2008

Dear Billy,

Ray and I were so sad to hear about the loss of your mother. Please know that your friends are thinking of you at this difficult time.

Ray, Laurie & Alex Munoz

Pete Munoz

August 6, 2008

Mr. Knapp, Laura and Billy,

My sister contacted me tonight to tell me about the loss of your wife and mother.

I have always had a special place in my heart for your mom and all of you. I always saw her as a beautiful and gracious woman. The world has truly lost a 'very special' woman and she will be missed not only by you and your family, but by all those she touched throughout her life.

Please accept my deepest sympathy. I hope you can find some comfort in knowing that your mom and all of you are my thoughts and prayers.

May God watch over and Bless all of you during these sorrowful times.

Christina Granato Wellhausen

August 6, 2008

Dear Laura,
My family and I are holding you all in our hearts. We will keep you all in our prayers, as we remember your lovely Mom. With our Love and Sympathy,
The Granato Wellhausen Families

David Alfaro,Jr.

August 6, 2008

Laura, I was very sadden to hear about the loss of you mom even though I never met her. You wre always a great friend and when you hurt all your true friends do as well. Your mom must have been a fantastic person and you have a lot of that in you. May God bless you and your in this sad time in your life, Love David

Rick & Katie Husarik

August 6, 2008

I met Jackie in 1970 when I joined the Lyons Police Department. The department always had a great relationship with her and her staff and all the officers checked in on them day and night. In 1984 I married my wife Katie and found out that her and Jackie’s daughter Laura were close friends and that my new brother-in-law, Pat (PK) was best friends with Jackie’s son Billy. Where ever you saw Pat, you saw Billy. They are that close.
Over the next 24 years we saw the Knapps at many functions and get togethers. In 2004 Katie and I moved to Texas and have only been back to the Chicago area once and that was for my father-in-law’s funeral and of course the Knapps attended.
Jackie was a wonderful person and truly a classy lady. She will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers go out to her family.
Rick & Katie (Kelly) Husarik
McKinney, Texas

Mary Kay Buffo

August 6, 2008

Knapp Family, Please accept my deepest sympathy on the loss of your wife/mother. Mrs. Knapp was a wonderful person, she always had a kind word to say and was so upbeat and positive. Seeing you all over the last year reminded me of so many great memories as we were growing up. I will always remember the kindness she extended to our family. She will be missed but there is another "star" in heaven shining on you now and always. You continue to be in my thoughts and prayers. Mary Kay

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