JACK LEROY KNELLER

Jack LeRoy Kneller, age 88, of Columbia City, IN passed away at 8:46 a.m. Sunday, January 5, 2014 at his home.Born on September 9, 1925 in Columbia City, he was the son of Lester D. and Demaris (Hosler) Kneller.

He was a lifetime resident of Whitley County and attended Columbia City High School. He served in the United States Army during WWII. On February 14, 1948, he married Carol "Darlene" Miller in Syracuse. He retired from State Farm Insurance Company. He was a former member of American Legion Post 98 Columbia City and currently was a member of Post 253, North Webster.

Survivors include 2 children, Rick A. (Mick) Kneller of Syracuse and Tamra J. Gordon of Columbia City.He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, Carol "Darlene", son-in-law, Dan Gordon and sister, Joy Melinger.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, January 11, 2014 from 2-4:00 p.m. at DeMoney-Grimes Countryside Park Funeral Home, Columbia City. Funeral service will follow at 4:00 p.m. with Certified Funeral Celebrant Sharon Brockhaus officiating. Military rites will be provided by American Legion Post 253. Burial will be at a later date at Nolt Cemetery.Memorials may be given in memory of Mr. Kneller's to Whitley County Humane Society. Please visit www.demoneygrimes.com to send family condolences or sign the guest register book.