Ira J. Knapp Sr.
South Wardsboro- Ira John Knapp Sr., 80, died peacefully on Thursday, April 20, surrounded by family. He was born in Wardsboro on January 23, 1943 to Ira A. and Ora Mae Knapp.
Ira (known as “Pops” to family) enjoyed the outdoors and tinkering on many little projects.
He leaves behind his brother Jim Knapp: son Ira John Knapp Jr. (Michelle) and granddaughter Karli Knapp: son James R. Knapp (Amy) and grandsons James and Alexander Knapp. He also leaves behind his long-time girlfriend Terry Parsons and his beloved little dog Louie.
He was preceded in death by two sisters: Yvonne Lowe and Rose Ann Powers.
He will be dearly missed by everyone who had the opportunity to meet him on the road, share a story, and leave with a chuckle.
A celebration of life will be held by the family on a later date.
