Ossie was among the finest teachers and wisest colleagues I have known. As an undergraduate, I was fortunate to have him as a professor in two classes in 1982. These were small classes (three students in one and two in the other). I remember Ossie would run 3-hour tutorials where each of us had to take turns at the blackboard answering questions. If we did not know the answer, he would gently walk us back to the place where we could follow by asking us more and more basic questions until we got to the point where we could move forward again, no matter how far that was. I learned an incredible amount from him and he inspired my teaching today. His warmth, patience, curiosity, breadth of knowledge, and sense of humour made him a much beloved colleague. He was a true Renaissance man at a time when those are a rarity, and he will be greatly missed.

I have very fond memories of Dr Knop from my days as an undergraduate student in the early 80's. A lovely man. My sincere condolences to his family and friends.

We are very sorry to hear of Ossie's passing. We knew him through the Department of Chemistry at Dalhousie. He was always very kind to both of us, helpful to Betty in her research on round churches, helpful to Phil as a junior colleague getting started. He was always ready for a chat, and had lots of good advice, and helped to smooth any troubled waters. He had a broad knowledge of his subject. It was an honour to serve with him and a pleasure to know him.

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