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Melissa R. Kneer
1971 2025

Melissa R. Kneer

December 4, 1971 — March 1, 2025

Melissa R. Kneer, 53, of Mattydale, passed away March 1, 2025. Melissa was born in Syracuse, New York on December 4, 1971 to Gerald and Virginia Knafelc. Melissa retired after many years of employment as a bartender throughout Syracuse. She had a strong faith, always giving to various churches. She often put others before herself. Melissa was an avid gardener and enjoyed spending her time outdoors. She was a free spirit who truly loved spending time with her family. 

Melissa was preceded in death by her father, Gerald David Knafelc; three uncles, Kriss, Rich and Jerry; and grandparents, Gerald and Elinor Hart.

She is survived by her partner of 25 wonderful years, Greg Kugler; children, Chaz Kneer and Michaela Moore; two step-sisters, Wendy and Tammy Knafelc; six grandchildren; three uncles, Kelly Hart, Louis Hart and William Haines; and numerous cousins. 

Calling hours will be held Saturday, March 8, 2025 from 2-5PM at New Comer Cremations & Funerals, North Syracuse. Family and friends will be given the opportunity to share memories following a brief service at 4PM. 

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Visitation

Saturday, March 8, 2025

2:00 - 5:00 pm (Eastern time)

New Comer Cremations & Funerals

705 North Main Street, Syracuse, NY 13212

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Memorial Service

Saturday, March 8, 2025

4:00 - 5:00 pm (Eastern time)

New Comer Cremations & Funerals

705 North Main Street, Syracuse, NY 13212

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