Leonard C. Knipstein Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Leonard C. Knipstein of Columbia City, Indiana, who passed away on November 26, 2024, at the age of 81, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Leonard C. Knipstein to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Otto Knipstein and Louise Knipstein (Bieberich); his brother LeeAllen Knipstein; and his brother-in-law Donald Stahlhut. He is survived by: his wife Pearl Rynski (Kuhl); his daughters, Jodie Williams (Brock) and Angela Harrell (Arron); his stepchildren, Cheryl Larocca, Lisa Hostler (Travis) and Thomas Rynski (Sara); his sister Darlene Stahlhut; and his sister-in-law Annette Knipstein. He is also survived by 13 grandchildren; one great grandson.
Visitation was held on Monday, December 2nd 2024 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Suburban Bethlehem Lutheran Church (6318 W California Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46818). Viewing was held on Tuesday, December 3rd 2024 from 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM at the same location. A funeral service was held on Tuesday, December 3rd 2024 at 10:30 AM at the same location.
Memorial donations may be given in memory of Leonard to Suburban Bethlehem Lutheran School.
