Passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, May 10, 2011, age 43 years. Beloved husband, best friend and childhood sweetheart of Kim (nee Eckert). Loving dad of Kyle Knippel and Kayla (Joshua Sigrist) Knippel. Proud grandpa of Kamren. Dearest son of John and Sheila Knippel. Dear brother of Lisa, Denise, Shane, Shawna and Tammy. Much loved son-in-law of Richard Eckert and Kay (Danny) Stovich. Brother-in-law of Jerry, Danielle and Jeanie. Also survived by nieces, nephews, other family and many, many friends. John was an employee of Turano Bakery for over 13 years. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the family are appreciated. Visitation on Sunday, May 15, 2011, 1:00-5:00 PM. Funeral Service to follow at 5:00 PM. Private interment St. Adalbert Cemetery. "John was our hero!" PRASSER-KLECZKA BAY VIEW CHAPEL 3275 So. Howell Ave. 414-483-2322