Gerald Knipfel Obituary
Gerald Knipfel of Elkhart, Indiana passed away on August 13, 2026. Gerald, born on December 30, 1934 in Kitchener, Ontario, shared life alongside family, friends, and others. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Gerald Knipfel to show support.
Gerald will be remembered for the impact he had on the lives of those around him. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Gerald will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture his life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Gerald’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued his companionship.
He is survived by: his daughter Leslie (Bob); his granddaughters, Emily (Chris) and Julie (Jesse); and his great grandchildren, Charlotte and Poppy.
To honor Gerald's memory, donations can be made to the Center for Hospice Care (cfhcare.org) or the Elkhart Salvation Army https://donate.salvationarmyindiana.org. or mailing address is 300 N. Main St., Elkhart, IN 46516.
