December 22 1946 May 31 2019
Goodfield – Donna L. Knapp, 72, of Goodfield, passed away at 8:30 a.m. on Friday, May 31, 2019 at McLean County Nursing Home in Normal. Her Celebration of Life will be at a later date. Memorials may be directed to The ALS Association or Juvenile Diabetes Association. Kibler-Brady-Ruestman Memorial Home in Bloomington is assisting the family with arrangements. Donna was born on December 22, 1946 in Chicago, a daughter to Robert and Sybil Cummins Nolan. She married Donald Knapp, Sr. on November 5, 1967 in Evergreen Park, Illinois. Surviving is her loving husband of 51 years, Donald Knapp, Sr. of Goodfield; Children, Kelly Knapp, Donald (Jennifer Dieghan) Knapp, Jr.; grandchildren, Josh Pilat, Charles Knapp, James Knapp and Annie Knapp, all of Bloomington. She was preceded in death by her parents; two sisters, Gayle Nelson and Janet Regan. Donna was born and raised on the south side of Chicago. She graduated from Illinois State University with a degree in Physical Education and Business. After graduation, she began her teaching career in Heyworth where she taught and coached girls track and volleyball. Her career spanned over 34 years. She was proud of all of her students but was especially proud to have coached female athletes and contributed to many positive accomplishments by many of them. Donna loved her family and friends and was loved by all who knew her. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Donna Lynne Knapp please visit our Sympathy Store.
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Donna Lynne Knapp December 22 1946 May 31 2019.
Death notice for the town of: Bloomington, state: Illinois