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Grace Esther Knapp

August 27, 1942 ~ February 1, 2025

Born in: Bear Lake, Pennsylvania
Resided in: Cooperstown, Pennsylvania

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Grace Esther Knapp, age 82, of Cooperstown, died Saturday, February 1, 2025 at her residence.

Born August 27, 1942 in Bear Lake,Warren County, PA, she was a daughter of A. Fern and Esther Carter Morton.

On August 22, 1964 she married Kenneth Knapp, who survives.

Employed as Head of Housekeeping and Laundry, she worked for Venango Manor prior to retiring in 1997.

Surviving is her husband, Kenneth Knapp of Cooperstown; a daughter, Kenya VanZandt and husband Jon of Manassas, VA; her sons, Philip Knapp and wife Stephanie of Titusville, Kyle Knapp and wife Angela of Franklin, Foreign Exchange Son, Lars Koebe from Germany; eight grandchildren, Scott VanZandt, Steven VanZandt and wife Paulina, Garrett Knapp, Coleman Knapp, Dalton Knapp, Maxwell Knapp, Kaylee Knapp, Ethan Knapp; a sister, Flora Miller and husband Ralph of Bear Lake; a brother-in-law, Ralph Knapp and wife Margo of Cooperstown, and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers, Hollis and George Morton; and a sister, Helen Blyth.

Mrs. Knapp was an active member of the Cooperstown United Methodist Church. She was also a member of the Christian Motorcycle Association and the Bethel Homemakers. Grace enjoyed quilting and spending time with her family.

Friends will be received from 4:00 to 7:00 pm Wednesday, February 5, at the Gardinier-Warren Funeral Home, 1315 Chestnut Street, Franklin and from 10:00 am to 11:00 Thursday, February 6, at the Cooperstown United Methodist Church where services will be held at 11:00am Thursday. Pastor David A. McVay of the Cooperstown United Methodist Church will officiate. Interment will be in the Cooperstown Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Cooperstown United Methodist Church, PO Box 216, Cooperstown, PA 16317 or to the Christian Motorcycle Association #425, 489 Slab Furnace Road, Franklin, PA 16323.

Please take a moment to share a memory or condolence with the family on Grace’s Book of Memories online at www.WarrenFH.com

 

Services

Visitation: Wednesday, February 5, 2025 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Gardinier-Warren Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc.
1315 Chestnut Street
Franklin, PA 16323

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Funeral Service: Thursday, February 6, 2025 11:00 am

Cooperstown United Methodist Church
156 Cooperstown Road
Cooperstown, PA 16317

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Interment: Monday, April 28, 2025 10:07 am

Cooperstown Cemetery
1780 Donation Hill Road
Cooperstown, Pennsylvania 16317

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Charities

The family greatly appreciates donations made to these charities in Grace Esther Knapp 's name.

Cooperstown United Methodist Church

P.O. Box 216

Cooperstown,

Pennsylvania

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  1. My deepest condolences to you Mr Knapp Kenya Philip and Kyle. You all have my thoughts and prayers as well as my support during this extremely difficult time.

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  2. Grace, I will never forget you. I learned alot about my sewing machine and making pie crust from you.I can’t believe you are gone and I am heartbroken. I miss you thank you for taking me under your wing with 500 Bid. Love you Carol B

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  3. My sincere condolences and prayers for the family! Grace certainly lived up to her name! She was always so thoughtful and kind to everyone, she was always a delight to have her around! Always had a wonderful Christian response and greetings! God has gained a dedicated warrior! I’m sure you are now at the right hand of our Lord! Many blessings!🙏🙏🙏

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  4. Dear Ken,
    Gracie will always hold a special ❤️ spot in my heart. May your memories of her love ❤️ keep you moving forward. May God give you peace knowing she is with Jesus waiting for us. Love ❤️ you my friend in Christ.
    Melonie

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  5. Ken, you and Grace were like our CMA Mom and Dad. You both discipled jn word and deed. We will miss ministering together at Laconia and worshiping/learning together at Colors. Our opening song at church yesterday was “How Great Thou Art”. Grace got to sing it in person yesterday! Part of me is envious. Part is grieving. Thankfully, we have the peace of God that comes from the Hope we have in Jesus. She shared that Hope with many. A disciple maker to be emulated.

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  6. Grace, We will miss you so very much! You were a mentor to both of us in so many ways and welcomed our family into the PA Prayer Warriors as part of your own. So many memories of ministering beside you and Ken and spending time with you as friends….
    Ken, Kenya, Phillip, Kyle and your family are in our thoughts and prayers….
    Grace will be very sadly missed and forever loved by all those who had the honor of knowing her…
    I have no doubt that you have heard from our Lord, “Well Done, Good and Faithful Servant!”
    Godspeed Grace …..

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  7. Sending from FL our prayers for your family as you celebrate Grace’s life and her faith. She always seemed to have a smile and a gracious greeting. She loved our CMA chapter and wanted to serve as she was able. She had a passion for Run for the SON so others might hear of God’s love that came to her through Jesus Christ. Grace can now rest from life’s struggles, rejoice in the presence of her Savior, and realize all those seeds that she planted, oh how they are growing. Our prayers for the family….

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  9. We were so sorry to hear of Grace’s passing. May she rest in peace reunited with those that went before her. Restored in HIS love.
    Sincerely,
    Jane Lou Carter Betts’ family

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  10. Dear Knapp Family and Cooperstown community,
    A pillar of the church and community was lost on Feb 1st, 2025. Grace fully committed herself to the things she held dearest; her faith, her family, and her community. The ripples of her presence will be felt for many years to come. One cannot think of Cooperstown UMC without seeing Grace’s smile, witnessing her lend a hand, hearing her thoughtful words, or smelling her baked goods. A hardworking and faithful servant of the Lord who consistently showed grace to others. She lived out her name with compassion and love and we have been blessed to know her.
    Sincerely,
    Josh and Lindsey Strawbridge

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  11. My heart aches for you, Kenya, at the passing of your mom. Take care of you and yours.
    Wishing you peace — Linda

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  14. Hap Miller who had the privilege of charting your chapter way back when.You two were a blessing to CMA.

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  16. Deepest sympathies over the loss of Grace. She touched so many lives in a good way. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family

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  17. Grace! A beautiful light in the world that will forever shine through those she loved! Grace will be remembered, loved, and missed. Thinking of you all, holding you close in my thoughts and prayers.

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