Joseph Knickerbocker Sr., age 81, passed away on September 7, 2013. Joseph served in the Army for 20 years; with a tour in Vietnam and 3 tours in Korea where Joseph received the Bronze Star and the Purple Heart. Joseph also worked on road construction in Phoenix and was with the union for 24 years, retiring in 1970. Joseph is survived by his wife, Elna, and 8 children: Judy of Phoenix; Roger of Rifle, CO; Linda Edge of Ogdensbury, WI; Norma Jones of West Bend, WI; Robert of Phoenix; William of Denver, CO; Joseph Jr. of Phoenix; and Celeste of Phoenix. Grand children; Dan, Anthony, Vincent, Michelle, John, Brianna, Logan, Preston, and Brandon. Great grand children; Zachery, Keerstin, Carter, Allison, Madelin, John T., Jonathon, Julian, Layla, and Tattum. Visitation will be held Tuesday September 17, 2013 from 1pm to 4pm at Advantage Maryvale Mortuary Chapel 6901 W Indian School Rd Phoenix, AZ.