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William Knapp Obituary
Dr. William "Bill" Stanley Knapp, 75, of Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, former longtime resident of Sandy Springs, Georgia, died peacefully on June 11, 2024. Arrangements have been made by A.J. Desmond & Sons Funeral Directors for Bill to have a graveside service at Arlington Memorial Park in Sandy Springs, Georgia at 11:00 AM ET on Saturday, June 22, 2024.
Bill's greatest passion and love was caring for others, particularly his family and patients. (Although, golf and traveling held nearly as close a space in his heart!) Born November 17, 1948, in Chicago to the late Dr. William Bernard Knapp, Cardiologist. Bill always knew he wanted to continue in his father's footsteps by also working with the heart. First attending Notre Dame College for his undergraduate degree, Bill continued his education at the University of Minnesota Medical School followed by an Internal Medicine Residency and Cardiovascular Disease Fellowship at Emory University. Dr. Knapp worked as a much beloved interventional cardiologist for 40 wonderful years. In that time, he served as the Chief of Cardiology, contributed to countless research, traveled to Beijing to teach, and so much more. However, his most lasting contribution was his daily dedication to his patients.
In addition to being a compassionate and devoted physician, Bill, Uncle Billy, or Grandada, was a true family man. Traveling with or being at home with his family was the light of his life. Many who read this have heard one, or ten, of his delightful tales from his journeys near and far. Bill was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Jane Crosby Knapp, of 36 wonderful married years. Their children include, William (Reagan) Knapp, their two girls, Arwyn and Kaia, of New Zealand and Elizabeth (Eugene) Hsu, and their daughter, Kate, of Huntington Woods, Michigan. He was preceded in death by his father, William Bernard Knapp, and his mother, Jeanette Zarnowiecki Knapp. Bill is survived by his four siblings, Thomas (Lee Ann) Knapp, Bernadette (Bruce, d. 2006) Slovitt, Suzanne (Gregory) Besio, and Richard (Gerrilynne) Knapp and their generous families.
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Jean Gaissert Leonardy
October 11, 2024
My husband, Dr John G. Leonardy was a partner with Dr. Knapp for several years at Atlanta Medical Associates. I met Dr. Kanpp when it was discovered I needed stents in my heart. He saved my life, as he did many others, I'm sure.
I am so very sorry to hear of his passing. My sincere condolences to the family in the loss of such a special person.
Kindra Singletary
July 11, 2024
My deepest condolences to the Family. Dr.Knapp was an amazing cardiologist and all around great guy.
Fred Sheats
June 22, 2024
Bill was a great guy. Fun to be around. Plus, he was a fabulous heart doc. Nice person.
Georgia Brown
June 14, 2024
Prayers for Liz & son William. I met Dr Knapp at My first job at Georgia Baptist hospital 36 years ago. I worked with him at various hospitals throughout the years. He treated many of my family members and was always such a kind person. He always updated me with pictures of his grandchildren and kids when we would run into each other. He will be missed by so many and he blessed so many along the way during his life.
Larry Pike
June 14, 2024
It was my pleasure to know and work with Bill and Jane for many years. They were certainly among my favorites. My condolences to Liz, William and all the family.
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