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Kenneth Vernon Knapp

Kenneth Vernon Knapp, 75, was born July 4, 1936 in Gustine, TX, the son of Marshall Vernon and Ina (Johnson) Knapp. He passed away December 11, 2011 in Oklahoma City.

Kenneth was a long-time employee of and retired from Rocketdyne/Hercules, Inc. He was an avid outdoorsman and lived life to the fullest.

Kenneth is survived by daughters, Susan Gibbons and husband Loyd of Plano, TX and Melinda Henson and husband Keith of Yukon, OK; grandchildren, Sierra Gibbons, Meagan Henson and Keagan Henson; brother, Joe Knapp; and sisters, Sandra Kay Hail and Leana Land.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Memorial services will be at 3:00 p.m., Saturday, December 17, 2011 at Bono Baptist Church in Godley, TX. Interment will be private.

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Name:	Carol Cox - McGregor, Texas - 12/14/2011
Comments:	I think of you girls often. I am sorry for your dads passing. I told Jackie & Tatia about Kenneth. And about talking to Susan by phone. Tatia lives in Pennsylvania. Melinda you were probably Tatia's only true friend Thanks for your friendship. Will keep you and all in my prayers. Love Carol Cox

Name:	Don Hull - Waco,Texas - 12/14/2011
Comments:	I worked with Ken at Hercules and we had more laughs. He was great to work with. I always enjoyed our many conversations. I will really miss him. My Condolences to all his family.

Name:	michelle ridling - mcgregor,texas - 12/14/2011
Comments:	To the Knapp family, We moved to McGregor and was welcomed with open arms by "Uncle Kenneth and family". I will miss his hunting and fishing stories. Those were the best of times. I know that you are watching down from heaven right now. I am so sorry for your loss Grandpa Jo and Larry. We are praying for your families at this time. Love and God bless, Mr.& Mrs.Russell Ridling and boys

Name:	Barry Byford - Hewitt, Texas 76643 - 12/19/2011
Comments:	My condolences go out to Kenneth's family. I knew Kenneth from the 60's and 70's through Troy Boatwright and my dad Burnard Byford. Kenneth was one of the most kindest persons I've known. I know he will be missed...

Name:	Norma Schmalriede Arnold - Red Oak ,Tx - 12/20/2011
Comments:	Susan and Melinda my family has often thought of your family and days gone by.So sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad.My prayers are for God to wrap his loving arms around you and give you confort.lov you

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