Death date: Jan 8, 2026
John Richard Knespler Jr, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. Born in Illinois, John dedicated his career to serving as a fire sprinkler engineer. In 1975, he entered into a loving marriage that lasted f Read Obituary
There are so many memories, but lately I've been reminded for some reason about the balance beam he made for Jenea (and, I decided, me too!) and his support of our gymnastics despite it ruining his front yard grass. He opened his home and heart to me, giving me a second home and second family throughout my childhood. I can't even count how many overnight stays and pool parties I went to at his house. I remember him video recording us on his new recorder that captured sound (!) on a normal VHS(!) and thinking it was soooo cool. And I can hear his laugh (and him telling us not to run around the pool, ha!) every time I think of him.
