Judy Knapp was one of Mater Dei’s greatest supporters. Judy was very visible and animated in her Wildcat Red & Gold attire at so many MD events, be it rooting for her own childrens’ teams or to cheer all MD teams. Judy initiated the cat paw auto decals, the first of their type in our community, as an athletic fundraiser. She and husband, Ed, donated their personal Red and Gold van for use by teams, coaches, and for all-school academic endeavors, the “Judy-van” piled on nearly 300,000 miles and was used for well over a decade. Other items given generously included office furniture, MD shirts for coaches, and monetary support for so many MD groups. Judy’s outgoing personality was ‘happy’, her attitude was contagious. She went above and beyond, and she made a difference. The MD community has deep appreciation for Judy, Ed, and the Knapp family. While we all miss Judy, one must believe that somehow she willed some red & gold pom poms to heaven and that she is leading cheers for another great fanbase for the Wildcats.” Mike Goebel ‘70
JUDY KNAPP ‘For God, Country, Family and Mater Dei’ 16 service
