KATHRYN M. KNAPIK (nee Mates), age 62, passed away on February 26, 2026. Beloved wife of Greg Knapik; loving mother of Chris Knapik (Meg); dear grandmother of Maggie Knapik and Mariclaire Knapik; cherished sister of Richard Mates (Paula), Marilyn Lottman (Frank), Ellyn Morgan (Tim), Michael Mates (Nancy), Lynn Nowak (Gary), and Bill Mates; aunt and great aunt of many.

A devoted wife, sister, mother, and grandmother, she spent her life in the service of others. She combined the artistry of her early years as a hairdresser with a distinguished nursing career in pediatrics and school nursing. Her large Catholic family upbringing helped craft a unique and genuine spirit that was deeply kind and always looked out for everyone else. A truly creative soul, she took great pride in sharing her time and artistic talents through small, thoughtful gifts and a conversational love that made everyone feel special. She carried a curious nature and a positive light into every room she entered, building a beautiful life defined by the simple joys of family, faith, and the many friends she made along the way.

Friends may call at THE FERFOLIA FUNERAL HOME, 356 WEST AURORA ROAD (OH RT 82), SAGAMORE HILLS FOR VISITATION ON SUNDAY, MARCH 8, 2026 FROM 2-6 P.M. Funeral Monday, March 9, 2026 at 9:15 a.m. at the funeral home. Mass of Christian Burial 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Memorial contributions are suggested in her name to Trinity High School, 12425 Granger Road, Garfield Hts., OH 44125 or online at https://tinyurl.com/TrntyHS .

Trinity High School
12425 Granger Road, Garfield Heights OH 44125
Web: https://tinyurl.com/TrntyHS