James R Knepper

James R. Knepper, 79, of Warren, passed away July 22, 2013 at the Hospice House in Poland. He was born February 28, 1934, in Champion, OH, son of the late Carl and Cora (George) Knepper. James was a proud veteran of the US Army and was retired from WCI Steel, where he was employed as a Motor Inspector and Electrician. He enjoyed bowling and spending time with his family. James is survived by his wife; Janet (Richter); two sons, Raymond (Sherry) Knepper of Niles and James Bostic of Warren; four step children, Jack (Lisa) Matthews, Donald Matthews, Darla (Kenneth) Lemmo, Sally (Frank) Easha; sister Margaret "Peggy" (Robert) Culver of Bristol; ten grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren and 1 great great grandson and his favorite companion BeBe. He was preceded in death by his son, Joseph Michael Knepper; daughter, Anita Darlene Knepper-Williams; step son, Thomas Matthews; two sisters and seven brothers. The family will receive friends Thursday from 5-7 PM at Lane Family Funeral Homes, Roberts-Clark Chapel 180 Garfield Dr. Warren, OH 44483, where funeral services will also be held 10 AM Friday. Interment will follow at the Pineview Memorial Park in Warren.