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Roy G. Knapp, 76, of Franklin, NY, passed away unexpectedly at home on Wednesday, August 27, 2025. Born in Margaretville, NY, on April 8, 1949, to the late George W. and Marion A. Knapp, Roy was the eldest son and second of their four children.

In his early years, Roy enjoyed working on classic cars—especially his beloved Chevy Super Sport Impala—riding his motorcycle, and being an avid outdoorsman. He had a lifelong love for hunting, …

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We are so sorry to hear of Roy's passing.  He was such a kind soul. We will miss his visits at hunting season when he w…

We are so sorry to hear of Roy's passing.  He was such a kind soul. We will miss his visits at hunt…

We are so sorry to hear of Roy's passing.  He was such a kind so…

My sincere condolences at your loss.  While I hadn’t the pleasure of meeting & knowing him I  have the pleasure of know…
My sincere condolences at your loss.  While I hadn’t the pleasure of meeting & knowing him I  have …
My sincere condolences at your loss.  While I hadn’t the pleasur…

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What were Roy's favorite ways to spend free time?
Hunting, Fishing, Hunting Trips, Trapping, Mushroom Foraging, Gun Collecting
Hunting, Fishing, Hunting Trips, Trapping, Mushroom Foraging, Gun Collecting
Hunting, Fishing, Hunting Trips, Trapping, Mushroom Foraging, Gun Collecting
What were Roy's favorite movies?
Old Westerns
Old Westerns
Old Westerns
What were Roy's favorite tv shows?
Old Westerns
Old Westerns
Old Westerns
What were Roy's favorite songs or musical artists?
Country
Country
Country

Timeline

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Born

April 8th, 1949
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Had a child, Nicole Knapp

November 29th, 1979
Oneonta, NY
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Had a child, Crystal Knapp

February 23rd, 1981
Oneonta, NY

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Cause of death

Heart disease

Kenneth L. Bennett Funeral Home
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