Mrs. Betty Chapman Knapp

Betty Chapman Knapp, 88, wife of the late Lester Leroy Knapp, formerly of Walhalla, SC, passed away on Saturday, September 27, 2025 at TerraBella Lake Norman in Mooresville, NC. A native of Oconee County, Mrs. Knapp was born to Elisha and Mae Chapman on July 15, 1937. She lived a rich life filled with purpose, faith, adventure, and a family she loved. After retiring from Schlumberger, she was able to complete her quest to visit the fifty states. From whale watching in Alaska to hang-gliding in Australia, she was always up for trying something new. As a member of North Walhalla Church of God, she taught Sunday School and joyfully ministered to the "Seniors." Mrs. Knapp is survived by her daughters: Tereca Moore (George) and Tammy Overman (Thomas); grandchildren: Rebecca Kehe (Jeff), and David Moore (Jenny); her great grandkids: Nathan Moore, Charles Kehe, Katherine Kehe, and Charlotte Moore; brother: Charles Chapman (Essie); and sisters: Shirley Long, Linda Chapman, Irene Green, Linda Vaughn (J.E.), and Irene Chapman. In addition to her husband and parents, Mrs. Knapp was preceded in death by her first husband: Buddy Land; son: Tracy Land; brothers: Milton Chapman, Arthur Chapman, and Henry Chapman; and sisters: Clara Bell Powell and Gladys Powell. Funeral services will be held at 12:00 PM, Tuesday, September 30, 2025 at Davenport Funeral Home Chapel with burial to follow at Oconee Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM, Tuesday, September 30, 2025 at Davenport Funeral Home, prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to: North Walhalla Church of God, 426 Deaton Rd., Walhalla, SC 29691. The family is at their respective homes.