Memorials may be given to American Lung Association at any of the Baue Funeral Home locations. John R. Knapp, Sr. is survived by his wife, Frances M. Knapp, children and their spouses, John R. Jr. (Angie) , Thomas (Elaine), Jerry (Charlene) and Connie; stepchildren and spouses, Steven H. (Jillian), Mary F. Mayberry (Bill), Cheryl Davis (Ted), Sandra Barklage (Tom), and Barbara Gilmore (Bob). He was the grandfather of 6, great-grandfather of 1, step-grandfather of 8 and step-great-grandfather of 3. Mr. Knapp was preceded in death by his parents, David and Juanita Mandrell.