Alice K. Vacca

Alice Kay Vacca, 52, of Galesburg, died at 10:12 p.m. Sunday, April 22, 2018 in Galesburg. Alice was born on June 6, 1965 in Galesburg, the daughter of Roy Ray and Helen Christine (McLaren) Beaty.  She married Melvin Knipe.  She later married John Vacca.  Alice is survived by one son, Matthew Knipe of Galesburg; one daughter, Katie Knipe of Chillicothe; one brother, Allen Beaty of Galesburg; and two granddaughters, Isabel and Alivea. Alice enjoyed spending time with her family.  She also enjoyed knitting and crocheting. A celebration of life will be 1 to 5 p.m. Tuesday, May 1, 2018 at Monkey Business, 35 E. Simmons St., Galesburg.  Food will be provided.  But all are welcome to bring a dish.  Arrangements have been entrusted to Watson-Thomas Funeral Home and Crematory, Galesburg.