Barbara Jane Knapp Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Barbara Jane Knapp of El Dorado, Arkansas, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Barbara Jane left this world on December 8, 2025 at the age of 68, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Barbara Jane Knapp to show support.

In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact Barbara Jane had on those she encountered along her journey. Though Barbara Jane may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, her essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Bernell Benkie and Lois Benkie; and her husband Dennis Knapp. She is survived by: her children, Steven Knapp (Crystal) of El Dorado, Arkansas and Brandy Davis (Shane) of Woodstock, Georgia; her siblings, Bonnie Faulstich (Joe) of Crown Point, Connie Bohling (Dick) of Calabash and Terry Benkie of Wanatah, Indiana; and her grandchildren, Ashlyn Dekutowski (Drew), Madalyn Davis and Peyton Davis. She is also survived by numerous Nieces, nephews and friends.

Visitation will be held on Monday, December 15th 2025 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at the Smith Funeral Home Chapel (805 Thomas St, Stamps, AR 71860). A funeral service will be held on Monday, December 15th 2025 at 2:00 PM at the same location.