Frederick "Fred" James Folk Knopp

Frederick “Fred” James Folk Knopp, of Philadelphia, passed away on January 28, 2020. He was the son of Barbara Ayres of Manahawkin, NJ, and the late James Lehr Knopp. He was the fiancée of Khenti Pratt. He was a loving son, brother, uncle, soulmate, and friend. He is pre-deceased by grandparents Marjorie and Henry Knopp; Jane Lewis and Ronald Kirk, all of Pottstown, PA. He is survived by his mother, three sisters, and multiple nieces and nephews. Fred was a graduate of Garnet Valley High School and Kutztown University. He was an avid photographer, artist, and jewelry designer, co-owner of Modern Primativezs jewelry design in Philadelphia, PA. His favorite pastimes were enjoying the garden he and Khenti built and spending time with family and friends.

Fred enjoyed life his way. He lived simply, honestly, and brought comfort to those he loved. He was an artist in every way, and enriched so many.

Remember Fred for his love of photography, his art, his childlike wonder whilst, and enjoying all life offered. For bringing comfort and joy to our lives and value to those who were close to him. Rest in power Fred, rest in peace, and rise to greatness.  

Fred’s family appreciates all who shared a part of his life. We encourage you to bring stories to share.   Thank you to all for being a part of Fred’s life, for sharing the good times, for enduring the rough times, and for enriching his life as well. 

Visitation with family and friends will be held on Tuesday, February 4th, 2020, from 9:30-11 AM, with services beginning at 11:00 AM in the Logan Funeral Home, Inc, at 57 S. Eagle Rd, Havertown PA 19083. Interment will be private. Over his lifetime Fred was passionate about the care of rescue animals. In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions be made to the Pennsylvania SPCA.