Clement B. “Skip” Knapp Jr., 75, died September 21, 2017, with his loving family by his side in Munster, Indiana. Mr. Knapp was born on January 29, 1942, in Hammond, Indiana, to Clement B. and Alice (Walski) Knapp. He was an outstanding student and alumnus of St. Casimir School in Hammond, Indiana, and Campion High School in Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin. He continued his education and graduated with distinction, earning his BS at Georgetown University in Washington, D.C., and his JD from the Indiana University School of Law in Bloomington and Indianapolis, Indiana. He was admitted to the Indiana State Bar in 1969 and remained an active member in good standing until he retired in 2009. He also served on the Georgetown University Board of Admissions for many years.Mr. Knapp joined the U.S. Army Infantry as a first lieutenant in 1963 and served for four years, during which he was stationed in Fort Bliss, Texas, and parts of Germany.Mr. Knapp, known to most as Skip, began his banking career in 1968 at American Savings and Loan Association in Munster, Indiana. He was appointed President and Chief Operating Officer in 1978. Under his leadership, Skip grew the organization from a small savings and loan into the recognizable community bank it is today. He served as the Chairman of AMB Financial Corporation, the Bank’s holding company, until his death. Skip viewed his coworkers as extended family, and enjoyed gathering with his fellow bankers. Skip was also a generous and active member of the community. He established the Habitat Foundation of Lake County to support the local Habitat for Humanity efforts to provide affordable housing opportunities to those in need. He was also an active donor to many other charities. Skip truly enjoyed being surrounded by people. He loved “Cheap Chicken” nights where he engaged in lively discussion while sharing his vast knowledge and sharp wit. He rarely missed a chance to cheer on the White Sox as a longtime season ticket holder. He took advantage of sunny summer days playing golf and tennis at Woodmar Country Club. He looked forward to his beach vacations with his wife Denise, friends, and family in Grand Cayman and Bonita Springs Beach, Florida. And, most of all, he cherished spending time with Denise in their backyard while the kids and grandkids played in the pool. Skip is survived by his beloved wife of 38 years, Denise (Einsele), his children, Kathryn Knapp of Hammond, Betsy (Steven) Mellon-Anton of Munster, Michael (Lee Ann) Mellon of Munster, and Patty (Dan) Mellon-Repay of Munster; eight grandchildren and one great grandson; sisters Barbara Stodola and Carolyn (Tom) Gozdecki; several nieces and nephews; and two furry companions. He was preceded in death by his father, Clement B. Knapp, and his mother, Alice (Walski) Knapp. Visitation will be Monday, September 25, 2017 from 2:00pm to 8:00pm at Kish Funeral Home, 10000 Calumet Avenue, Munster, IN. Funeral mass will be held Tuesday, September 26, 2017 at St. Maria Goretti Catholic Church at 500 Northgate Drive, Dyer, IN at 10:00am with visitation at 9:30am. Father Charles Niblick will be officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Women’s Care Center, c/o Catholic Charities, 940 Broadway, Gary, IN 46402; or The Legacy Foundation c/o Skip Knapp, 1000 E. 80th Place, Suite 402 North, Merrillville, Indiana 46410.