Christopher Allen Knopf

June 10, 1970 - October 13, 2011
Christopher Allen Knopf


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Chris A. Knopf, 41, of Wilmington, NC, passed away Thursday, October 13, 2011.
He was born in St. Petersburg, Fl on June 10, 1970, the son of Trilby Marks Knopf and the late Thomas J. Knopf.

He served in the U.S. Marine Corp in Operation Desert Storm and was a member of DAV Chapter #11. He formerly taught at Trask Middle School and he was currently employed by Cepco. Chris loved to read about history, create his own music and surf the big waves.
His kind, loving, and gentle spirit will be greatly missed.

Survived by his wife, Susan Greenwood Knopf of Wilmington, NC; mother, Trilby Spivey of St. Petersburg, FL; sister, Kim McMullin (Mac) of St. Petersburg, FL ; brother, Michael Knopf (Allyson), nieces Taylor and Skylar Knopf of Merritt Island, FL; his uncle and aunt, Ron and Anne Knopf and cousins, Richard Knopf and Rhonda Yohe (Rodney), Mason and Ella Yohe; sister-in-laws, Whitney Daughtry (Sam), niece, Parker, Haley Nepini (Dennis), brother-in-law, Perry Fergus, father-in-law, William R. Greenwood, Jr., and special mother-in-law, Claudia Lattner (Grant) all of Wilmington, NC; also his extended family and friends; includin0g his feline kids, Chase, Kali, and Luna.

A memorial service will be held at 10:30 am Saturday, October 22, 2011 at Wilmington Funeral & Cremation Chapel by Rev. Billy
Batten.

The family will receive friends following the service.

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Wilmington Funeral & Cremation, 1535 S. 41st Street, Wilmington, NC 28403. 910.791.9099


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  • October 15, 2011
    Donna Bryan says:
    I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers and blessings are with you all.

  • October 20, 2011
    Christian Hope says:
    I had the pleasure of working with Chris in two neighborhoods for the last several years. Being a teacher, we had a lot of stories to share. This past March we shared a dinner at Salt Works and solved the problems of the world. He was always worried about others and their feelings. He wanted to make sure you were ok and would go out of his way to help. I was out for my birthday dinner when I got the news of his passing and I was deeply saddened. I only wish I could have done something to help him with the decision that he had made. He will be missed by me and my husband and the country that he so deeply loved.

  • October 20, 2011
    Debbie Lentz says:
    With great sadness, my heartfelt sympathy goes out to Chris' family. I have worked with Chris for the past 3 years as his assistant. In that time, we have had many long talks about life, love, family and the world. Chris loved his family so much and talked about them all of the time. Chris was a proud Marine who was always there to serve. He was a kind soul who always went out of his way to do whatever he could to help. If one could learn anything from his death, it would be that we should all strive harder to reach out to others. In other words, we should all be more like Chris. He never missed the opportunity to say "Thank You for everything you do". He was always so appreciative. I will certainly miss hearing him say, "You rock". I don't think Chris even realized what a profound effect he had on others but it was my pleasure to have known him. He was my friend. Chris had a difficult journey and he carried the weight of the world on his shoulders. The weight has now been lifted and he can now rest in peace. Chris, I will miss you!

  • October 20, 2011
    Sharon L Cosby says:
    May God wrap you all in His arms of love and may He comfort you as only He can! I was Chris's 6th Grade teacher @ St. Pete Christian. I enjoyed teaching Chris and have never forgotten him. Sounds like he has impacted his world in a positive way. A great legacy indeed! God bless you!

  • October 19, 2011
    Sherry Chafin says:
    Chris was a very unique and passionate individual .....passionate about his country and flag,his many students, his music, and his family and friends. He lived and loved his life to the fullest. He was my friend and I will miss him, as will all he came in contact with. My love goes out to Susan and his family.