John Anthony Knapp

He was born March 26, 1969, in L’Anse, Mich., son of Archie and Shirley (Hugo) Knapp. John attended L’Anse Area Schools and was a self-employed carpenter. He resided in the Escanaba area for the last 30 years. John was a firefighter and emergency responder for Power-Spalding and Harris Township. He loved carpentry, woodworking, boating, hunting and fishing.

Surviving are his sisters, Sharon (Robert Meshigaud) McDaniel of Wilson, Jeanne (Kenneth) Meshigaud of Wilson, Jennie Knapp of Gladstone; brother-in-law, Stan Spruce of L’Anse; nieces and nephews, Aaron Meshigaud, Rachel Meshigaud, and Sean Spruce.

Preceding him in death are his parents; sisters, Pauline Knapp-Spruce and Bonnie Kirschner.

Visitation will be on Wednesday, July 17, from 12 to 1 p.m. at the KBIC Zeba Hall. A service will be held at 1 p.m. followed by a feast. A celebration of life will also be held on Saturday, July 20th at 12 p.m. at his sister Jennie Knapp’s home in Gladstone. Jacobson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Friends may sign John’s guest book or send condolences at www.jacobsonfuneralhhome.com