Succasunna, NJ-John Edward Knapik, Sr., age 78, formerly of Naugatuck, passed away at St.  Barnabas Medical Center in Livingston, NJ on Friday June 24, 2022.

He was born in Waterbury, CT  on September 27, 1943, son of the late Andrew and Gertrude (Stephenson) Knapik.  John was a longtime resident of Naugatuck and a graduate of Naugatuck High School.  He retired from Eyelematic Manufacturing in Watertown after many years of service.  John was a Dallas Cowboys fan, and he enjoyed old movies and drag racing.

John is survived by his children, John Knapik, Lori Ann Anderson, Wade Knapik, and Brenda Knapik Raymond; his seven grandchildren; his six great grandchildren; his brother Andrew Knapik, Jr.; and several nieces and nephews.  He was predeceased by his brothers, Michael, Paul, and James.

A graveside service will be held on Wednesday July 6, 2022 at 1 p.m. at St. James Cemetery, Cross Street, Naugatuck.  To send an on-line condolence, please visit www.naugatuckvalleymemorial.com.  The Naugatuck Valley Memorial/Fitzgerald-Zembruski Funeral Home, 240 North Main Street, Naugatuck, is in care of his arrangements.