Nancy Lou Knipfel, 76, Schoolcraft, passed away peacefully August 12, 2025. She attended Schoolcraft Community Schools, and at the age of 16, met the love of her life, Jimmy Knipfel, on a blind date. They were married on July 11, 1969. For over 20 years, Nancy dedicated herself to the bakery department of Harding’s Grocery Store at their Woodbridge location, where she nurtured relationships with colleagues and customers. She found beauty in everyday moments and loved animals, tending to a variety of birds. Nancy will be remembered for her loving nature and optimistic outlook on life. Nancy was preceded in death by her parents, Claude and Deborah Schippers; sister Susan Smith; and brothers David and Don Schippers. She is survived by her husband of 56 years, Jimmy; sons Claude “Tom” Schippers of Kalamazoo and Steve Knipfel of Portage; grandchildren Christopher (Na’Tasha) Schippers of St. Louis, Michigan and Aaron Schippers of North Carolina; and five great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her sister Lorraine Dimmick of Schoolcraft and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Visit her page at amsfuneralhomes.com.
