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Velma Knapp (nee Leifso), of Hanover, passed away peacefully at Parkview Manor in Chesley on Saturday, November 26, 2022. She was 87.
Born on November 10, 1935 in Brant Township to the late Gordon and Adeline (nee Frook) Leifso. Velma was the office manager with Peoples until her retirement. In her later years, you would find her alongside Don attending various functions at St. Matthew's Ev. Lutheran Church in Hanover. She was a devoted member of the ELW and always had a big heart to help others. Her kind smile will be missed by many.
Survived by husband Don Knapp of Hanover. Loved mother of Lori (Kevin) Woods and Lynn (Ray) Connor both of Hanover. Adored by her grandchildren: Matthew (Rebecca) Woods, Kristen (Brett) Schnurr, LeeAnn (Brad) McCulloch, Lisa (Gord) Polfuss and great grandchildren Cain, Grayson, Lauren, Grace, Vera, Connor and Theodore. Fondly remembered by her sister Shirley Lang of Hanover and brothers Morley (Joyce) Leifso of Elmwood, Morris (Theresa) Leifso of Durham and Robert Leifso of Stratford. She will be missed by her nieces, nephews and their families. Predeceased by her first husband Lorne Wilken and by her brother in law Alf Lang.
Family and friends are invited to a visitation held at Mighton Funeral Home, Hanover, on Tuesday, November 29, 2022 from 2-4 & 6-8pm. A Funeral Service will be held at St. Matthew's Ev. Lutheran Church, Hanover on Wednesday, November 30, 2022 at 11:00 am. Interment in Hanover Cemetery, Hanover.
Memorial donations to the St. Matthew's Ev. Lutheran Church or to the Alzheimer Society would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy.
VIDEO: Tribute Slideshow
Lori - our sincere condolences to you and your family.
- Bryan & Jill CrawfordMY deepest sympathy to Don and her family.
- Melitta NothnagelDon, Lori, Kevin, Lynn, Ray and families. My deepest sympathy for your families loss. I will always remember Velma's big smile when she greeted you. May your treasured memories help you through this difficult time.
- Tish HubbardOur deepest sympathies to all of the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
- Patti & Pete HawkinsOur deepest sympathy to all.
- Jane and Brian HaackOur deepest sympathy to her family, the loss of another beautiful person
- Bonnie and Elroy thomsonI am so sorry to hear of Val's passing. She was a great lady and genuine neighbour. My thoughts are with you Lori,
Kevin and family and also Lynn and Ray and family. Hold onto those great memories you have. My heart goes out to all of you.
Our sincere condolences to Don, Lori and Kevin and Lynn and Ray and their families. Velma was a beautiful, kind and thoughtful lady and will be missed by many.
- Jim and Yvonne WitzkeDon, Lori and Kevin, Lynn and Ray and families
Sending our deepest sympathy to you at this difficult time. You are in our thoughts.Mike and Sheila O'Hagan
To the Family
School chums many years ago! Please accept my sympathy.
Sincerely from Ruth Hobley
Lori and Kevin: Lori so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. Cherish all the precious memories.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Lynn,Ray and the whole family at this sad time. Velma had a beautiful smile and always a kind word anytime I met her over the years. Sympathy to all. Marlene Kaufman & Morris Emke
- Marlene KaufmanSo.sorry for your loss Lori and Lynn. Many fond memories of your mom. She was such a lovely lady. Keeping you and your families in our thoughts and prayers. 🫂
- Cathy & Reg TuttleSorry for your loss
- John and Janice stanglerMy Sympathy
- S hirley BeckerMy deepest sympathies to you Lori and Lynn and your families,I have many great memories of your mom, working with Velma at Peoples for a few year, and us kids growing up together, Big hugs.Sending my love and Condolences ,Lori and Ron Paulitzki ❤️
- Lori Paulitzki
