Robert E. Knapp Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Robert E. Knapp, 78 of Eltingville, formerly of New Dorp passed away on Tuesday, October 13, 2020, at Weill-Cornell Medical Center in New York. Born Wednesday, November 12, 1941 in Staten Island, New York, he was the son of the late Henry Knapp and Mildred Stockwell Knapp. Robert an Alarm and Security specialist owned and operated Armstrong Security. Robert proudly served in the United States Army. He was also a member of the Kells-Greenie American Legion Post 316. Robert was also an active member and volunteer at New Dorp Moravian Church. Robert liked to spend his time gardening, watching the History Channel or old movies and shopping at his favorite store, Hobby Lobby. He also liked to play scratch offs and taking trips to Atlantic City. Robert loved a good glass of red wine and spending time with his family and friends. Robert was the devoted husband of Theresa Belmonte Knapp. Cherished father to Jessica O'Donnell and her husband Gregory. Beloved brother to William Knapp. Loving grandfather to Justin O'Donnell. The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM on Friday, October 16, 2020, at John Vincent Scalia Home for Funerals, Inc., 28 Eltingville Blvd, Staten Island, New York. A Funeral Mass will be offered for Robert on Saturday October 17, 2020 at 10 am at New Dorp Moravian Church, located at 2205 Richmond Road, Staten Island, NY, Interment will follow in Moravian Cemetery. Please be mindful due to the current State mandate that a mask must be worn at all times in the funeral home and social distancing requirements must be followed during the services. Due to the current Pandemic a strict 40-50 person in room policy is in effect, please adhere to this policy and allow others to pay their respects as well. If you should so desire to order flowers please do so from the link on the website or contact the florist directly at: Kitty and Family Florist 12 Eltingville Blvd. Staten Island, NY 10312 718-948-2016

Robert E. Knapp

November 12, 1941 - October 13, 2020