HUDSON FALLS – Kevin M. Knapp, 64, of Hudson Falls, passed away on Friday, January 13, 2023.
Born on July 14, 1958, in Glens Falls, he was a life-long area resident and son of Richard and Liane (McFarland) Knapp.
Kevin grew up in Hudson Falls and was a graduate of Hudson Falls High School. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology and then went on to earn his Master’s in Criminal Justice Policy. Kevin’s love for helping others complimented his work in special education with the ARC and at Hudson Falls High School. He held our military veterans in the highest regards and supported many veteran’s organizations through the years.
Kevin was an accomplished musician and played the drums for 50 years, playing in many local bands. He loved animals, especially his dogs and enjoyed going fishing.
Kevin was predeceased by his first wife, Cindy Knapp; his maternal grandparents, Theodore and Marguerite McFarland, and his paternal grandparents, Harry and Bertha Knapp.
He is survived by his parents, Richard and Liane Knapp; his twin brother, Keith Knapp; his brother, Bruce Knapp; sisters, Pamela Roberge and Tracy Knapp; his daughter, Kristal; his grandchildren, Blaike, Christian, Lucas, and Carolyn; his nieces, Amy Roberge and Emily Tomlin; grandnieces Daphne, Katelyn, Kylee and grandnephew, Charlie Tomlin; and his longtime companion, Sally Deming.
Services are private at the convenience of the family.
Memorial donations may be made in his name to the Disabled American Veterans (dav.org) or to the Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758516, Topeka, Kansas 66675-8516.
My heart goes out to Kevin’s Family, and all who loved him. Sending hope for comfort to you all. Very sorry for your loss. Kevin was a good man.
I am so sorry for all of you. Kevin leaves us way too soon !!! Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you . Sending our love ❤️ Marie Battiste and all of the Battiste’s
So sorry to hear of Kevin’s passing remember hanging out in parents basement listening to him his brother Keith and mike abodeely play 50 years ago prayers to all his family