Kyle David Salvador Knapp

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Kyle Knapp Obituary

Kyle David Salvador Knapp , 29, of Cortez, died 9/27/2016 near Shiprock, New Mexico . Born 12/13/1986.

Services are under the direction of Ertel Funeral Home. To send condolences, or to view the full obituary, log on to www.ertelfuneralhome.com and click on the obituary section.

A service will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, October 3, 2016 at Evangel Assembly of God Church. A memorial fund has been set up in Kyle's name at Dolores State Bank..

Published by The Journal on Sep. 29, 2016.
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Never met him in my life, i went hunting with him as my guide. I had the time of my life hanging out with you Kyle. I only spent one week with him, yet you left a lasting impression with me. Thank you for the memmories and god bless you brother.

John Gardner

Friend

February 27, 2017

Ron,Brenda and family. I'm am so sorry to hear about the loss of your son kyle. It's been awhile since we have talked and miss you guys much !! You are in my prayers .

David Pollard

Friend

December 9, 2016

My thoughts and prayers are with you much love to you from Wyoming

Meranda dry

November 7, 2016

I am so sorry, you all are in my prayers and thoughts always. Love you all. Kyle we love you and will miss you dearly!!

Monique Terpstra

November 4, 2016

Ron, Brenda, Josh, Christina, Brooklyn, Harlem, and all family, I am so sorry for your loss. I was very fortunate to spend time with you all through Kyle. Kyle has always brought happiness, laughter, love with him wherever he was. Kyle has been a great and respected friend and will deeply missed by many. Kyle left his mark in this world as a great Father, Son, Husband, Brother, and Friend. I cant help but to smile thinking of him singing, laughing, smiling and making funny faces ALL the time. I will always have a place in my heart for him and remember the good times we spent together with friends and family. I believe God has a plan and even if we don't understand it all the time, I do believe that you will be reunited with Kyle someday. I love you all and may God help heal your hearts through these hard times. His soul and spirit will live within us all until we meet again!

Dusty and Aubani Bell

Friend

October 5, 2016

Ron, Brenda, Josh, Christina and girls. I am so sorry for the loss of Kyle. My heart is breaking for you. It is all that is on my mind. I thank God that we have a promise that we will see him again. I know it doesn't make your hearts hurts any less. Just know Kyle was loved and you are all loved and if you need anything just ask. Love you guys.

Donna Small

October 4, 2016

So sorry for your loss. It was an absolute pleasure to have known Kyle, he will be deeply missed but fondly remembered. We hope, in this time of sadness, you can find some peace in knowing he touched our lives with effortless, genuine kindness. A rare trait, that he carried so well. He will always have a place in our hearts, as will you all. Love you guys!

Bert & Vickie Watkins

October 4, 2016

Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family during this time and always. Kyle was an amazing person; it is people like Kyle that make this world a better place. He left footprints on all of our hearts and we will cherish all of the memories we have with him. We can hear Kyle singing every song that comes on the radio… we are so proud to be able to call him a friend.There is no doubt that he will be with you all each and every day. Let faith bring you peace and comfort and knowing that Kyle is with God ease your pain. R.I.P. Kyle – we love you and miss you.

Jeff and Keslie Kidd

October 4, 2016

My condolences to you and your family.

Kim Lewis

October 3, 2016

My heart is so heavy for you. Love you all.

Donetta Rankin Jones

October 3, 2016

Ron, Brenda and family. I am so sorry for your loss. The service this morning provided great insight on the life that your son lived and all of the peoples lives that he has touched. Please let me know if I can do anything for you during this time of sadness. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May god bless.

Tonya Nelson

October 3, 2016

To the entire Knapp family, We can only imagine your pain. Our thoughts and prayers are with you for the loss of Kyle on earth. He is your guardian angel in heaven now for God had a much needed plan. Bless all of you. Frank & Cindy Green

Cindy Green

October 3, 2016

Ron, Brenda,Christina and family So so very sorry for your loss of Kyle . You all are in my prayers . May god heal your hearts!

Susie Caughey

October 3, 2016

Ron,Brenda and Family, I am so very sorry to hear of your loss of your precious son! We will lift you up with tons of prayers!!! What a tragic thing to deal with! Just know we love and embrace you and the whole family! I'm only a phone call away for anything you might need!God Be with you,Love James and Sherry Dietrich

Sherry Dietrich

October 3, 2016

YOU ARE IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS. I HAVE A HEAVY HEART FOR YOUR LOSS. RICKIE ROWE

RICKIE ROWE

October 3, 2016

Ron, Brenda, Christina, we are so sorry for your loss. Prayers and thoughts are with you. May God comfort you in your time of sorrow. Mike and Natalie Kop.

Michael and Natalie Kop

October 3, 2016

Ron and family, our prayers are with you all.God bless the family.

Sherry. Robin. Austin

October 3, 2016

Dear Knapp Family - Our words are genuine when we say we are so very sorry for Kyle's passing. No family is ever prepared for the sudden loss of a loved one, and yet the deep faith you have in the Lord combined with years of unconditional love and warm family memories provide a strong foundation for the days ahead. Your family is in our prayers for strength and renewal.

Mike and Carolyn Allison

October 2, 2016

Brenda and Family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. Sending my deepest condolences to all of you.

Barbara Rightley

Friend

October 2, 2016

We share in your sadness of your loss of Kyle. He was such a happy person and we will always remember him with a smile on his face. May your precious memories and the grace of God give you comfort.

Mike and Judy Loyd

October 2, 2016

So so sorry for you loss, my friends. We also have a big hole in our hearts.

Sandra Slavens

October 2, 2016

Knapp family, I am so sad for your loss. Although I didn't know Kyle very well. I knew his family as a child. I can't imagine the pain but I will be keeping all of you in my thoughts and prayers!

With all my love Erin (Neely) Hamblen

Erin Neely

Friend

October 1, 2016

Garys and my heart hurts for the family. He will be greatly missed. We really enjoyed him when he came to do his work..prayers to his family

Gary and cindy of Garys Repair

October 1, 2016

May you find comfort in the memories of your Son. Always keep them close to your heart. Sending prayers to help comfort all of you and also to let you know we are thinking of all of you during this sad time. May God watch over all of you.

Layne & Helen (Maestas) Leffel

October 1, 2016

I really enjoyed teaching Kyle and have truly admired the loving family commitments and enduring love your extended family has had for the beautiful childen of the future. God bless you all.

Lisa Baer

October 1, 2016

Knapp and Sanchez families: We are so saddened to hear of your terrible loss. Praying for you during this sad time of sorrow, grief and mourning. Much love in Christ, Ron, Monica & Jordan Lacy and Connor & Bethany Curry

Monica Lacy

October 1, 2016

Dear Ron(nie) & Brenda, I haven't been in touch for ages, but when I read about the accident in the GJ newspaper my heart broke for all of your family. Thinking of you with love. Your cousin Kristy

Kristy (Knapp) Motz

October 1, 2016

Christina Ron and Brenda and all of Kyle's family We are deeply saddened with the loss of your beloved Kyle. We are praying that your faith in God will sustain you at this time and in the days ahead. We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers

Leo and Janet Dennison

September 30, 2016

Ron, Brenda, Christina, and Family, My deepest and heartfelt condolences as you mourn the loss of your beloved, Kyle. He will be missed. May he rest in peace. Heaven gained an angel in him. You are in my heart, thoughts, and prayers. Blessings and Peace

Santiago Lopez

September 30, 2016

Kyle was a great father , husband and person.He will be greatly miss.My daughter. Went to school with him Becky Baker and my son Jeremy Baker went to school with Christina. RIP Kyle🙏 Jan Baker

Jan Baker

September 30, 2016

Ron and Brenda, Christina and family, We are so sorry to hear the news. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God will get you through this time of sorrow. David and Regina

David and Regina Schaak

September 30, 2016

Knapp/Sanchez Family, GOD is greatly moved by your pain. May THE GREAT GRACE of GOD fill you all during this very difficult time. Sending our LOVE & condolences, James Chavez, Agnes Quintana, Trish Coulter, Abe Chavez Jr. and Betty Jo Chavez.

Betty Chavez

Family Friend

September 30, 2016

My most sincere condolences to Brenda, Ron, Josh, Christina and the girls. Kyle was a wonderful person and will be greatly missed by all. My prayers are with you.

Alysa Seymour

September 30, 2016

To Brenda,Ron and Family, Sorry to hear that Kyle was taken from you to soon but as we know the good Lord has other plans for him. My heart breaks for you all as I know exactly what you are going through. May the memories keep him close to your heart and the Faith keep you strong.My sincere Condolences to you all.

Carmen Gallegos

September 30, 2016

So sorry for your loss our prayers are with you all. Jerry , Nancy and Dean knob .

Jerry & Nancy krob

September 30, 2016

Sending my condolences and prayers to the Knapp family.

Barbara Cullington

September 30, 2016

Christina, We are deeply saddened by your tragic loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. May Kyle rest in peace and always watch over your wonderful family. Love the Alcon's.

Adam & Amanda Alcon

September 30, 2016

Ron, Brenda and Family, Words cannot express the sympathy I feel for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. Lorraine Boblitt

Lrraine Boblitt

September 30, 2016

Ron, Brenda, Christina and family. It is with heavy heart that I learned of Kyle's passing. Although I did not know him I know he comes from a family who put God first in their lives, so we know that God is with you at this difficult time. Lean heavily on His loving arms now and in the time to come. May God bless and keep you all in His care and richly bless you. Love in Christ, Maxine Kirk

Maxine Kirk

September 30, 2016

Ron, Brenda , Josh and the Knapp family Greg and I are so very sorry for your loss. Keep your memories close to your heart and we pray that you will find peace in the days to come. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. We love you all!

Greg and Melody Neely

September 30, 2016

So sorry to hear of Kyle's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Manuel Valdez family

September 30, 2016

May care and love of those around you provide comfort and peace to get you through the days ahead. My most sincere condolences.

Gerry Cunnius

September 30, 2016

With very heavy hearts, we send our sincerest condolences. Kyle will be greatly missed. May God bless and keep you, during this most difficult time.

Don and Dee Cornett

September 30, 2016

Christina my hugs and prayers are with you!!! XX

Della D Perkins

September 30, 2016

I had the pleasure of meeting Kyle just a few weeks ago, when we ran into them in Durango at a clinic...I am so very sorry for this great loss....Praying for all of you.....

Debra McMichael

September 30, 2016

Our prayers are with his family, and friends. We are so sorry for this great loss, but take heart that God will carry you through.

James, and Darlene Hosea

September 30, 2016

My deepest condolence to the nap family.An awesome father, son, husband, and friend will be missed by many left behind. My prayers and heart are with the Knapp family.

Fellara Loomis

September 30, 2016

Ron, Brenda and family of Kyle, Jeff and I are lifting you up in prayer during this most difficult time. We are praying for the Lord to wrap His loving arms around you all. Hold on to the love you all have for one another.

Jeff and Sherri Gardner

September 30, 2016

Cristina,and girls are condolences go out to you and your baby girls. Our prayers are sent to you and the Rest of the Knapp Family. There is no doubt in all that knew you and Kyle had a deep love between you two and your girls. It will continue to shine .Only a little different . The love that Kyle had for his family and all people he came across showed the Love of JESUS lived deep in his heart.you can tell by the impact of Kyle's tragic loss and how it has touched so many people who knew Kyle and the Knapp Family.while we may not have been close to you all. We witnessed the close knit family and witnessed the family grow from Ron and Brenda's engagement,wedding,birth of their boys,then the growing up thru high school ,to your love and addition of the girls .your love story unfolded thru out FB. The love Kyle showed for life has touched so many people.you will continue to be in our prayers,aswell as kyles family. GOD Bless you All... Sincerely Max & Sherry Montoya

Sherry/Max Montoya

September 30, 2016

Brenda & Ron, I am so very sorry for the loss of your beautiful son. May God's grace cover your hearts with peace, and understanding. Much love, Jolene

Jolene Velasquez

September 30, 2016

Our Deepest regards and condolences go out to the whole Knapp Family. Dear Ron and Brenda ,there is no greater pain than the pain the two of you are going thru of the loss of your son ,(Brenda your baby boy) We so understand the true heartache you are feeling and if there is anyway that we can help.dont hesitate in asking .sometimes it helps to talk w others who have lost a child to understand the depth of the pain you both are going thru. Our hearts and prayers are w you at this time and after when the services are over and everybody gets on w their lives.Yours will feel like it's at a standstill ,if you need some one to talk with .im here. Sincerely Max & Sherry Montoya

Sherry/Max Montoya

September 30, 2016

To the family of Kyle. We are so sorry for what you all are going through right now. We've definitely been thinking about you.

Gordon and Linda Leavell

September 30, 2016

My prayers are with the family for comfort and strength, Kyle was a amazing husband, dad, son , brother and friend to all he met, he will be greatly missed

Laurie Adams

September 30, 2016

Kyle rest in piece you will never be forgotten knapp family thoughts and prayers to u all

Kenin Carhart

September 30, 2016

It seems as if it were just yesterday Kyle and I had met . From school to ball to hunting and life we grew as friends and stayed close . One of the best men I have ever known . I am very grateful to have known Kyle . He was a great friend and the best father and husband any family could ask for . You will always be within our Hearts Kyle . May you lay in silence and piece my friend . You will be greatly missed .

Jody Garner

September 30, 2016

So sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family.

Debbie Kent

September 30, 2016

I'm so very sorry for your loss. Kyle was a great guy. I have a lot of very fond memories of when he was young. My prayers are with you all.

Lori Hayes

September 30, 2016

Thoughts and Prayers the the Knapp Family doing this hard time may Kyle Rest in Peace you will be missed

Tracey Sanchez

September 30, 2016

Brenda and Ron, I am so very sorry to hear of Kyle's passing. Having the Lord in your lives will be a great comfort. Stay strong, losing a child is tough. Sincerely, Lynn

Lynn Carver

September 30, 2016

So sorry to hear about Kyle. What a nice young man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Pam & Brad White

September 30, 2016

My and my husband's condolences go out the Christina and the family. We loved Kyle very much. We are very blessed to have known such a great friend, father and husband.

Rebecca Turner

September 30, 2016

So very sorry for your loss, we are thinking and praying for you.

Rodney Regina willbanks

September 30, 2016

Sorry to hear of Kyle's passing. Praying for peace to come over your family. Kyle touched a lot of people's lives in his 29 years on this earth. He was a kind & gentle soul. My heart is aching for all of you...... With love, Ronda

Ronda Swanner

September 30, 2016

Brenda & Ron, Our hearts are broken for you & your family. Praying for you all. Greg & Ellen Black

Greg & Ellen Black

September 30, 2016

Heavy heart. Bless your family in this terrible time

Tony Snyder

Friend

September 30, 2016

Kyle will forever live on in the hearts of those who knew him. His smile was infectious. May God wrap you all in his arms and carry you through this... Prayers for the family...
Michael, Missy, Ryne & Will Burkham

Will Burkham

Classmate

September 30, 2016

Ron and Brenda our hearts are breaking for you guys. You and the rest of the family are in our prayers.

Kent and Cindy Galyon

September 30, 2016

Kyle will be missed, Christina the Ladies at Four Corners Community Bank are sending our thoughts and prayers to you and the family.

Peggy Ream

September 29, 2016

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