Connie Knafel, 83, was born on June 8, 1933 to Glendon and Carol Hoover (Angus) in Battle Creek, Michigan. She passed away on July 6, 2016 at her home in Live Oak, Florida under the care of Hospice. She was preceded in death by her husband, Woodward “Woody” Knafel, in 1986. Corporal Knafel was a World War II veteran who served his country in the United States Army. Additionally she is survived by daughters Glenda Martin (Don) of Seward Ak, Valerie Knafel of Live Oak, FL, Renee Bullock (Freddy) of North Pole, AK, Kimberly Knafel of Live Oak, FL; sons David Knafel (Nancy) and Mark Knafel (Mary Sue) of Live Oak, FL; sisters Kathy Peters of St. Cloud, FL, Sharon Coil of St. Petersburg, FL, and Judy Childress of St. Petersburg, FL; grandchildren Avion, Lance, Tony, Lacy, Layla, David, Lana, Loni, Krystal, Josh, Deja, Sierra, Diana (Roger), Jonmichael (Toya), Ashley (Sean), Jerica; great-grandchildren Aubrie, Brent, Kamdyn, Dale, Rob, Rodney, Sydd, Tysin, Jackson, Kaylin, Kevin, Collin, Gavin, and Hayden.
Connie will be reunited with her husband Woody on July 13, 2016 at Bay Pines National Cemetery with the family holding a private memorial service. In lieu of flowers the family requests that memorial contributions be made to the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America.
Friends and family are invited to share a memory and sign her guestbook below.
Love you Grandma you will never be forgotton
Living in Michigan created a disconnect….but I have treasured memories of visits to Aunt Carol and Uncle Glens house and seeing my cousins Connie and Woody.
I love you momma, you are at peace now, you suffered long enough and now will be reunited with my daddy. You will see Grama, and Grampa, and you will look so beautiful when you are finished I know, you were worried about me, but so glad I heard your voice one last time, we will keep you in our hearts forever, remember the fun times we laughed about and the times we cried, but one thing I will never forget is the love you had for us, and how you selflissly put us always before yourself, Your light will shine brightly forever, goodnight I will see you again someday, I know, RIP Mother Dear, Love from Alaska Frederick Robert Bullock, Renee Ann Bullock and your granddaughter Jerica Joelle Bullock all of Northpole Alaska.
Mrs Connie F. Knafel , tho I never met you in person, I did meet your daughter ( Renee’ , who lives in Alaska ), she talked much love about you in her life, and I know that she has a heart as big as they come and will miss you always until you all meet again in Heaven. May GODs Tender Love and Mercies be with you now and forever more. Take comfort in knowing the ” Renee’ ” is a wonderful person and a good friend of mine over these years.. GOD BLess all the family left behind. Amen ~Bill
We are all so sorry to hear about your mom’s death. Our thoughts and prayers are with your whole family. Connie always had a smile on her face and enjoyed sharing laughter with everyone. The memory of her dedication to and love of family and friends will live on. She will be missed.
Connie my sister….so many years. I will remember the old days when we were young so many memories and I love each one we shared together. We didn’t see one another as we lived in different states but a sister is a forever friend and in each others heart because there is a special bond. I love you and will see you again someday with our Lord and Saviour. Judy
Beautiful friend and loved everyone.