Bob was born on August 22, 1957, in Batavia, a son of the late Beryl and Margaret Merch Knapp. He was the brother of the late Melvin Knapp.
He was a transport engineer for JB Hunt - Cargill Feeds. Bob was a very active member of the Indian Falls United Methodist Church and a member of the East Pembroke Grange. He had a wonderful singing voice and loved trains of all kinds. Bob’s passion in life was his family and farming. He loved his family and was a proud Grandpa of seven grandchildren.
Bob is survived by his beloved wife, Sue Herod Knapp; 3 sons, Dustin (Sarah) Knapp, David Knapp and Steven (Tiffany) Knapp; seven grandchildren; an honorary son, Jonathan Burgel; two honorary grandchildren; two brothers, Lawain (Paula) Knapp and William (Lori) Penepent; and a sister-in-law, Carol Knapp. Bob is also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Family and friends may call Friday from 3 to 8 p.m. at the Indian Falls United Methodist Church, 7908 Allegheny Road, Corfu, NY. Funeral services will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. at the church. Arrangements were made by the C. B. Beach & Son Mortuary, Inc. 4 East Main Street, Corfu.
Bob touched many lives and will be deeply missed. His life was a testimony of true Christian faith.
