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SIMON KNIPE, whose death occurred at his home in Upper Gwynedd township, Montgomery county, Pennsylvania, in 1901, was for many years one of the prosperous and progressive farmers of that section, where his birth occurred in the year 1839. He was a son of the late Frederick and Matilda (Nevil) Knipe, residents of Upper Gwynedd township, the former named a farmer, whose family consisted of four children, one son, Simon, and three daughters.

Simon Knipe attended the common schools of Quakertown, thereby obtaining a practical education which qualified him for the position of teacher, in which capacity he served successfully for several years. He then turned his attention to agricultural pursuits, conducting his operations on the farm whereon he resided at the time of his decease. As a citizen he was public spirited and active, contributing in a large measure to the success of every enterprise that had for its object the development and welfare of the people and community. He gave his support to the Democratic party and was active in behalf of its interests, but never sought or held public office. He attended the Lutheran church, and was a liberal donator toward its support.

In 1889 Mr. Knipe married Miss Marietta Young, who was born in Franconia township, July 17, 1863, a daughter of Charles and Maria (Latshaw) Young, and granddaughter of Christian Young, one of the early settlers of Franconia township, Montgomery county. Charles Young (father) was born in Franconia township, educated in the common schools thereof, after which he took up milling in the same township, and for thirty years followed that line of work. At the expiration of that period of time he removed to Souderton, Pennsylvania, where he has since led a retired life. In religion he adheres to the tenets of the Mennonite faith, and in politics affiliates with the Republican party. Mr. Young was twice married. His second wife, whose maiden name was Maria Latshaw, a native of Franconia township, died in 1901, having borne him twelve children, Mrs. Knipe being one of this number. His first wife, Sarah (Souder) Young, a native of Souderton, bore him five children and died in 1860.

Mr. and Mrs. Knipe were the parents of three children: Simon, born 1890; Charles, 1892; and Walter, 1895. Mrs. Knipe, who survived her husband, resides on the farm in Upper Gwynedd township. She is a woman of most amiable, character, and has faithfully performed all the duties of daughter, wife and mother.