Alice J. Knauer
OBITUARY
Alice Josephine (Rhein) Knauer, 94, of Mount Penn, PA, passed away March 27, 2026, at Berks Heim, where she was a resident. Born on August 3, 1931, in Alsace Township, PA, she was one of nine children born to Lucia Ochocki and Charles Rhein. She was predeceased by her husband William Q. Knauer, sister Clara Meals, and four brothers Charles Rhein, Elwood Rhein, David Rhein, and Timothy Rhein.
Alice was a 1949 graduate of Mt. Penn High School. She was a lifelong member of Trinity UCC Church of Mount Penn. For many years she was a member of their choir. As a young woman she worked at the Berkshire Knitting Mills (the Berky), later at Boscov’s Department store until she retired. Over the years she enjoyed bowling, bingo, creating lovely plastic canvas projects, and doing thousand-piece puzzles. Her lively spirit, quick wit and laughter enriched our lives.
She is survived by sisters Gertrude Reeser and Doris Pfleger; along with one brother, Robert Rhein. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews; one daughter, Cynthia; and two grandchildren Tatiana and Zachary; and great grandchildren.
Private burial will be at Forest Hills Memorial Park.