Goldie Knapp

Goldie M. Knapp, 101, of Blissfield, went to be in the loving arms of God Friday, November 23, 2012, at Swanton Health Care.

She was born April 18, 1911, in Limestone Cove, Tennessee, the daughter of George and Mildred (Buchanan) Cochran, Sr.

On June 23, 1939, Goldie was married to Earl L. Knapp.  They celebrated over 32 years of marriage prior to his death in 1972.

Goldie was a faithful member of the Element Church in Blissfield.

She is survived by her children, Deanna Fashbaugh of Swanton and David (Brenda) Knapp of Blissfield; grandchildren, Heidi Fashbaugh of Swanton and Laura (Matt) Bell of Adrian; great grandchildren, Morgan and Parker Bell; a brother, George Cochran, Jr. of Adrian; and many nieces and nephews.

In addition to her husband, she is preceded in death by five sisters: Alta Ford, Jeannette Quigley, Norma Rothfuss, Gladys Gruel, and Betty Simpson; and four brothers: Earl, Fletcher, Fred and Edward Cochran.

The funeral service for Goldie is planned for Tuesday, November 27, 2012, at Wagley Funeral Home, Tagsold Chapel in Blissfield.

Contributions in memory of Goldie may be made to the Element Church or Hospice of Lenawee.  Condolences are welcome at www.WagleyFuneralHome.com.