Mary Knippa
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YOAKUM: Mary Elizabeth Knippa, 78, passed away Saturday, July 24, 2021. She was born February 18, 1943 in Yoakum to Otto and Agnes (Vesely) Baros.
She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, KJZT and was retired from Southern Butane Company as a secretary.
Survivors are her husband of 59 years, Kenneth Knippa of Yoakum; son Ron Knippa and wife Kerri of Victoria; daughter, Kay Pierce and husband Brian of Houston; three granddaughters, Bailey Butts (Remi), Kacie Knippa and Morgan Pierce; sister, Jane Williams (Donald R.) of Yoakum and brother, William O. Baros (Judy) of New Braunfels.
Preceded in death by her parents; brother, Johnny Baros.
Visitation 4 to 6 p.m., Monday, July 26, 2021 at Thiele Cooper Funeral Home with Rosary recited at 6 p.m.
Funeral Service 10 a.m., Tuesday, July 27, 2021 at Thiele Cooper Funeral Home with Rev. Matthew Huehlefeld officiating. Entombment to follow at St. Joseph Catholic Mausoleum. Memorials may be given to St. Joseph Catholic Church or Donor's Choice.
Arrangements by Thiele Cooper Funeral Home, 361-293-5656.