Charles Joseph Knipper

Charles Joseph Knipper, 72 years of age, of East Bertsch Street Lansford, Pennsylvania Passed away on Saturday, December 4, 2021, at St. Luke's Miners Memorial in Coaldale, Pennsylvania.

Born Thursday, May 19, 1949 in Coaldale, Pennsylvania. the son of the late John, and Anne (Negri) Knipper. He was also predeceased by his brother, John Knipper.

Surviving are; his beloved wife of 28 years, Patricia E. (Donahue) Knipper; son, Russell W. Shaw and his wife, Dawn of Tunkhannock; daughters, Lisa Thomas and her husband, Eric of Lehighton; Krista Fronheiser and her husband, Lamar of Lansford, Shawna Knipper of Allentown, Tracy Knipper of Minnesota; sister, Sharon Kracum and her husband, Michael of Coaldale; eight grandchildren; four great grandchildren; nieces and nephews.

A 1967 graduate of Marian Catholic High School, Charles served honorably in the United States Navy from 1973 thru 1978 during the Vietnam War. He retired from Air Products and Chemicals having worked for 33 years.

A member of Lehighton Bible Church, Charles also was a member of the Summit Hill American Legion. Charles enjoyed golfing, and fly fishing.

Funeral arrangements entrusted to the E. Franklin Griffiths Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc. of 655 East Broad Street Tamaqua, Pennsylvania 18252. (570) 668-2550

A Funeral service will be held on Thursday December 9, 2021 at 12 o'clock noon from the funeral home with Military Honors bestowed. Friends may call from 11:00 A.M. until time of services, Pastor Randy Parker to officiate.

Interment will be in Ft. Indiantown Gap National Cemetery Annville, Pennsylvania.

Memorials in Charles's name to:
Lehighton Bible Church
160 Jamestown Street
Lehighton, Pennsylvania 18235

The family requests those attending services to wear masks.

Online condolences may be made to the family at www.griffithsfuneralhomes.com