Harold Richard Knepple, 88, of Columbia City, died at 6:15 p.m. at Parkview Whitley Hospital, March 22, 2023, where he was admitted March 11, 2023

He was born in Whitley County, Indiana, on August 20, 1934, to the late Harold and Nina E. (Schneider) Knepple. He attended South Whitley Elementary School and graduated from South Whitley High School in 1952.  He was inducted into the U.S. Army on 28 January 1957, and served proudly until January 27, 1959.

On December 15, 1962, he was united in marriage to Nancy J. Keirn.  They have always made their home in Columbia City.

In 1954 he began his work career as an X-Ray Technician at the Whitley County Hospital retiring in 2005.

He enjoyed taking photographs.  He enjoyed watching High School sports and all sport on television.

Dick was a member of the First Church of God, the Odd Fellows, the Bowling League and enjoyed the Mens Breakfast Group and breakfast at Grace Lutheran Church.

Surviving is his loving wife, Nancy; sons, Brian R. Knepple, Steven M. (Connie) Knepple and Nicholas W.  (Teresa) Knepple all of Columbia City; grandchildren, Jessica, Michael, Jacob Knepple, Erin Campbell, Krystal Markley and Keith Knepple; great grandchildren, Dylan, Lucy, Finn, Rory and Harper Knepple and William Markley.

He was preceded in death by a daughter-in-law, Rhonda Knepple.

A graveside service is Monday at 11 a.m. at the Nolt cemetery, Columbia City, with military honors presented by the Korean War Veterans Honor Guard. Arrangements are in the care of Smith & Sons Funeral Home, Columbia City.

Memorials in Dick's honor are to Donor's Choice.