Harold Kniffen, 84, of Ewing, IL, passed away Monday, April 11, 2016 at SSM Health Good Samaritan, in Mt. Vernon, IL.
Harold was born on Sept. 20, 1931, in Spring Garden, IL, the son of Ray and Mary Ellen “Shorty” (Friar) Kniffen.
He married Delena (Harmon) and she preceded him in death on June 3, 2002.
Harold was a former mayor of Ewing. He owned and operated the Ewing Garage. He was a Mason and had served as Past Master and was very active in the lodge. He was also very active as a Shriner. His passions were antique cars and steam engines.
He is survived by his son, James Kniffen, of Merrionette Park, IL; grandchildren Stacy Paguet and husband John, of LaGrange, IL, Kelly Kniffen, of Chicago; great-grandchildren Owen James Paguet and Cameron John Paguet; brother Nick Kniffen. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.
Harold was preceded in death by his parents; his wife Delena Kniffen; daughters Sharon Kay Kniffen and Sandra Fay Kniffen; son Ralph Edward Kniffen; one sister Thelma.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 16, 2016 at Johnston Funeral Home, in Ina, IL, with the Rev. Mike Kniffen and the Rev. Michael Lee Kniffen officiating. Visitation will be from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Friday, April 15, 2016 at Johnston Funeral Home. Burial will be in Hams Grove Cemetery, in Belle Rive, IL.
Masonic rites will be conducted at 7:30 p.m. on Friday at the funeral home.
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