John G Knopp passed away unexpectedly on Monday May 22, 2017 from a massive heart attack while mowing his lawn at the young age of 53. He grew up in Montreal Quebec Canada and, as a teenager, loved camping and danced in German and Hungarian folklore dance groups. John eventually move to Ottawa with his faithful cat Charles and then to Mississauga Ontario where he met and married the love of his life, Susan, whom he cherished for over 20 years. He was a highly respected senior project/geotechnical engineer, godfather and an all around good person and friend. John was a sweet, fun-loving soul who loved planning Super Bowl/Grey Cup parties, cycling in the Becel Ride For Heart, photography, cooking and just sharing good times with his beloved friends. John is survived by his wife Susan, their cats Sandy, Ali, Josie and Toby, as well as his mother Elisabeth and sister Erika.