Joseph Valentine Knipfing Jr. is known for being the father of two American comedians, screenwriters, and actors named Kevin James and Gary Valentine. He was born on the 4th of August in the year 1930 at Westbury, Nassau County, New York, USA. He was married to Janet Knipfing and had two sons, Gary Joseph and Kevin George, and a daughter named Leslie.
Personal Details
Full Name: Joseph Valentine Knipfing Jr
Gender: Male
Birth Date: August 4, 1930
Birth Place: Westbury, Nassau County, New York, USA
Age: Died at 75 years old
Date of Death: January 30, 2006 (died at Westbury, Nassau County, New York, USA)
Height: Unknown
Weight: Unknown
Nationality: American
Sexual Orientation: Straight
Spouse: Janet Knipfing
Children: Gary Valentine (Gary Joseph Knipfing), Kevin James (Kevin George Knipfing), Leslie Knipfing
Grandchildren: Sienna-Marie James, Shea Joelle James, Kannon Valentine James, Sistine Sabella James
Status: Dead
Known as: Gary Valentine and Kevin James’ father
Joseph Valentine Knipfing Jr.’s Family
Joseph got married to Janet, an office worker, and had three children with her. His son, Kevin, is widely known for his roles in The King of Queens and Paul Blart: Mall Cop as Doug Heffernan and Paul Blart respectively.
Gary, his other son, is mostly known for making his audience laugh as a comedian. Leslie Knipfing, his daughter, did not enter the entertainment industry but is still known for being Kevin and Gary’s sister.
Joseph Valentine Knipfing’s Early Life
During Joseph’s early years, he was said to be an owner of insurance business for more than 30 years. He was also a member of the Holy Name Society, Young Republican Club, Agents Insurance Council, and the Independent Insurance Agent. Moreover, he was the ex-president of the St. James Chamber of Commerce.
Joseph was known to love playing golf, traveling and spending time with his family, and watching baseball with the Notre Dame and Mets. Also, he loved spending some of his time on the computer.
Joseph Valentine Knipfing Jr.’s Death
Joseph died at the age of 75 on the 30th of January in the year 2006. He had heart disease and battled with it until he passed away. His burial was held at the Cemetery of the Holy Rood. Janet was 45 years old when he died and all of his family, children, along with Kevin and Gary, grandchildren, and other relatives, were with him until his death.