Thomas Ray Knapp Obituary

The world bids farewell to Thomas Ray Knapp (Waynesville, North Carolina), departing on November 2, 2025 at the age of 81. Thomas leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Thomas Ray Knapp to show support.

Though Thomas has departed this earthly realm, his legacy endures — a legacy of love that will continue to illuminate the lives of family and friends in the darkest of hours. May his spirit soar on wings of eternal peace, forever cherished in the tender embrace of memory.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Richard Knapp and Flossie Mae Bracken Knapp. He is survived by: his wife Frances Warren Knapp; his sons, Tommy Knapp, Jr. (Joan) of Asheville and Brian Knapp (Traci) of Clyde; his sister Betty Buckner of Georgia; his nephew Robert Knapp (Renay) of Horseshoe; and his pet Sadie.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Wells Funeral Home & Burial Insurance

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November 14, 2025

Patricia Lewis wrote a sympathy message

“My prayers are with the family at this time. Tommy was a great guy and we have loving memories of him and his family”

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