Sergeant Michael J. Knapp was assigned to 1st Battalion (Air Assault), 377th Field Artillery Regiment, 17th Fires Brigade, Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington. He died of wounds suffered when enemy forces attacked his unit in Asadabad, Afghanistan.

Mike was an amazing father, husband, and son who loved Jesus, his family, and serving his country. He was always a great leader and teacher to his fellow soldiers.

Mike was a man of integrity who many looked up to. He is greatly missed!