Donald L. Kneipp

February 3, 1950 - June 8, 2021

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visitation

St. Matthew Catholic Church

121 Jackson St.

Monroe, LA 71201

318-323-8878 |

Saturday 6/12, 9:00 am - 10:00 am

cemetery

St. Lucy Cemetery

Saturday 6/12, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

mass

St. Matthew Catholic Church

121 Jackson Street

Monroe, LA 71201

318-323-8878 |

Saturday 6/12, 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Donald L. Kneipp, resident of Chatham, Louisiana, formerly of Choudrant and Monroe, Louisiana, died peacefully on June 8, 2021, at his home. Don was born in Shreveport on February 3, 1950, to the late L.E. (Ed) Kneipp and Patricia Kneipp.

Don was a 1968 graduate of Fair Park High School in Shreveport. After high school, he attended Hendrix University in Conway, Arkansas, and Henderson State University in Arkadelphia, Arkansas, where he earned his undergraduate degree. He continued on to LSU Law School where he graduated with honors in 1975. He began his long and successful career as an attorney at Hudson, Potts, and Bernstein in Monroe in 1975. He later opened his own firm where he continued to practice until his recent retirement. In 2015, he was appointed as the District Defender for the 2^nd Judicial District of the state of Louisiana. One of his proudest professional achievements was being a member of the American INNS of Court.

In October of 1978, Don married his best friend, Kay Inzina Kneipp, a lifelong resident of Monroe, at St. Matthew’s Catholic Church. Together they lived in Monroe until 2005 when they retired to Caney Lake. Don and Kay were active members of Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church in Monroe where Don served as a lector and Eucharistic minister. After retirement, they attended St. Lucy’s Catholic Church in Hodge.

Don was a beloved husband, father, Poppa, friend, and mentor. He was an avid LSU Tiger Fan: an attribute that he passed down to his children and most of his grandchildren. Above all, he loved God and family. His generosity, selflessness, and quiet leadership were all wrapped in humility, as he never wanted to be in the spotlight. He was, however, a beacon, and his light shone brightly in the lives of all those who knew him.

He is survived by his wife, Kay, and mother, Patricia Grissom Kneipp, his 5 children: Kristy (Brady) Day, Katy (Mark) Lingle, Kellye (Nate) Cunningham, Emily Kneipp, and Samuel Kneipp; 9 grandchildren: Drew and Alex Day, Sarah Kathryn and Matthew Lingle, Paige, Ella, Avery and Cole Cunningham, and Lonnie Ray Hasley; his siblings: Judy Kneipp Bouchard, Lee (Lindy) Kneipp, and Dave (Kelly) Kneipp; his uncle Stuart (Linda) Grissom; numerous nieces, nephews, and godchildren; and his dedicated work family: Donna McLaughlin and Sharon West.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, June 12, at 9:00 am followed by 10:00 am Mass at St. Matthew’s Catholic Church in Monroe. Interment will take place immediately following the Mass at St. Lucy’s Catholic Church in Hodge under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Ruston.

At Don’s request, in lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to MD Anderson Hospital, St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital or Catholic Charities of North Louisiana.

Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord. May his soul and the souls of all the faithful departed rest in peace.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

St. Matthew Catholic Church

121 Jackson St.

Monroe, LA 71201

318-323-8878 | Map

Saturday 6/12, 9:00 am - 10:00 am

St. Lucy Cemetery

Saturday 6/12, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

St. Matthew Catholic Church

121 Jackson Street

Monroe, LA 71201

318-323-8878 | Map

Saturday 6/12, 10:00 am - 11:00 am

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I'm so sorry I did not find out until today 5 March 2022 at Jimmy Orton's funeral that Don had passed away. My prayers to Lee, Judy, David and by all means my dearest Pat. She was a idol of mine for years. But all of you have remained in the hearts of our family "The Lowery's" all of our lives. You are truly great people. Much love

Kay and family, I discovered Don's death only just now when I called a shop from which I have sent small gifts over the years, usually around Thanksgiving, as tokens of my gratitude for his legal representation at a time when I was lost, an innocent among wolves. and for his great Christian soul, which is a rarity on this earth. I am stunned. I share your loss. Kay, know you are in my heart and will be in every prayer I say this season and seasons to come. Please remember me to Sam. Don Kneipp was a great man, one of the few I've been privileged to know. No one can fill the void his loss creates.

Our condolences to Don's family. He touched many lives. You are in our thoughts and prayers. In Sympathy, Jason & Jayme Gray (former client's of Don's)

I am so sorry to hear of Don's passing. He was an amazing person I was honored to meet. My prayers are with you all.

Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.

I am so very sorry for your loss. Prayers for the entire family. Memories flood back to my mind of running down the basketball court with Don at Fair Park High School. He was one of the good guys.

Over three decades ago, Don represented me during several years of nasty divorce and child custody proceedings. Amidst all the stress and anguish of that terrible time, Don was the soul of calm and sensibility, and I so appreciated his level-headed guidance. I was grateful too, for his sly sense of humor which helped to take the edge off some of the unpleasantness. May he rest in everlasting peace.

grateful for the gift of Mr Don in our lives, sorry for the loss of his earthly body but grateful for the gift of salvation, He has reached his goal and he did it well, our committment to know, love and serve God and be happy with him in Heaven was definitely evident in his life!

It was always a good day when I saw Don Kneipp's name on my docket. It might be a long, arduous day, but it was a good day! He was always prepared, and so very knowledgeable. He had a great sense of humor. He will be greatly missed.

My sincere condolences to Don's family. Don and I were classmates at LSU Law. As practitioners in the Fourth Judicial District, we were sometimes aligned in our positions and sometimes had opposing positions. Regardless of which it was, I respected what Don had to say and when we were on opposite sides of an issue, I knew that I would have to bring my "A" game. In later years, we enjoyed locker room conversations before and after work outs at the gym. I always enjoyed those talks. The legal profession is a better because Don was a part of it. Rest in peace, brother Don; and at the last day, Rise with Christ in His Glory!

Don was an excellent attorney and a fine person. Through scholarly work and honest representation, he earned the respect of clients, fellow attorneys and judges. My sincere condolences to Don's family. Judge John R. Harrison

Kay and all Don's family, I send my affection and prayers for you all on Don's passing. You know I love you all and weep with you in this time of pain. May your faith be your strength. Father John Kennedy

TO: The family of Donald L. Kneipp FROM: Judge Robert C. Johnson and Family DATE: June 11, 2021 As a Judge on the Fourth District Court, I had the privilege, pleasure and honor of working with “Don” over the years and was deeply, deeply saddened by the news of his passing. I considered “Don” a friend and consummate professional. Every time I presided over a case that “Don” was involved in, it was a pleasure and a joy. I always knew that “Don” would be prepared, he knew his case, the issues involved and was a fierce advocate for the interest and rights of his clients. His clients knew that, I knew that, his opponents knew that and so did other members of the bar. “Don” took his job and his life as a professional to heart. Each client that he represented appeared to me, as if they were his only client, and he represented them as if they each had paid him a million dollars. He was truly a “lawyer warrior” who did his job so well, that the living, the dead or the unborn could not do it any better. He leaves behind some big shoes to fill as he has now boarded a flight to heaven, where he will now represent angels in the Supreme Court of Heaven. He will be missed but never forgotten. His legacy of hard work, scholarship, passion and supreme devotion to family, friends, clients, and profession will transcend the sands of time. It is with these thoughts in mind that I offer my sincere, profound, and deepest sympathy and condolences to the family. May the grace of God and sweet communion of the holy spirt comfort, strengthen, embrace, and keep you during this time of bereavement. Sincerely, Judge Robert C. Johnson and Family

In memory of Donald L. Kneipp, Victoria Morris lit a candle

My thoughts and prayers go out to Kristy and her entire family. Your father sounded like an amazing man. Rest in the comfort knowing one day you will see him again. XO Susie, Rick and Tanner

Don was a tremendous lawyer and advocate for his clients. More importantly, he was an exceptional man, husband, father and friend. I was priveleged to know him and work alongside him. Our community will truly miss him.

Kay, Emily, Samuel and all the family: Know that your faith community is continuing to cover your family in our prayers for comforting directly by His Holy Spirit and indirectly through the prayers and outreach of all those with whom He has intertwined your lives. Our Jesus the Good Shepherd Faith Sharing Group included a special intention for Don and all of your extended family in our prayers last evening. May God continue to bless each of you abundantly as He comforts you through your grief while drawing you even deeper into a personal relationship with Himself through Jesus. "Jesus, I trust in You." His peace to each of you, David Thiels

Kay: We are sad to hear about Don. You are in our prayers and thoughts. Charles and Donna Joseph

Kay, Emily and Sam So sorry for your loss. Don was a wonderful man. May you find comfort in your memories. Donna and Josh Barham

Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.

I enjoyed working for Don at 2nd JDC Public Defender Office and getting to know him. He was a great friend He came by my office last week and visited for awhile. My prayers for Don’s family. Rick Warren

When I was a 20-year-old college student, Don gave me the job I still call my favorite I ever had. Don was an amazing man-successful, but humble, accomplished, but generous, fervent, but kind. Some of my happiest memories come from working in his office. Don, Donna, Suzie, Aunt Sharon, Crystal, Chet, and Becky made for a great working environment. I am deeply saddened to hear of his passing, but know that a greater world awaits him. You are in my deepest prayers, Kneipp family.

Kneipp family, I am so sorry for your loss.

I remember all the good times that we had on Cross Lake at Aunt Susie house. My prayers or with your family. Cousin Susan

It was my great pleasure to get to know Don as he handled cases before me as a Judge. The consummate professional. My thoughts and prayers are with his family. Wilson Rambo

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.