A Life of Calling and Service
Linda Farron Knapp, 70, passed away on May 31, 2026 after a 12 year cancer battle. Born on May 18, 1956 in Honeoye Falls, New York, Linda leaves behind a legacy of faith, friendship, advocacy, and love that continues to live on in the many lives she touched.
Throughout Linda’s life, she answered a calling to serve others. As a young Navy wife, she formed deep friendships through her church and numerous base assignments, becoming a mentor to many young women. Though military life often brought distance and change, she faithfully maintained those relationships through letters, Christmas cards, and phone calls, creating lifelong bonds that spanned decades and miles.
After earning an Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education, Linda devoted herself to raising her daughter, Kimberly, fostering a love of reading, creativity, and learning. Her heart for children also led her to become a foster parent. Inspired by a desire to advocate for others, she later earned her bachelor's degree from Youngstown State University and pursued a legal career, graduating summa cum laude from the University of South Carolina School of Law after attending Wake Forest School of Law. Following a clerkship with South Carolina Supreme Court Justice Jean Toal, she practiced law in Barnwell before opening her own firm, Knapp Law Firm. Throughout her career, she devoted herself to helping families, seniors, and individuals with disabilities navigate life's challenges with dignity and confidence.
Linda’s commitment to service extended beyond the courtroom. She organized food donations, supported community holiday displays, and shared her artistic talents through numerous productions at Circle Theatre. She believed strongly in using her gifts to enrich the lives of others.
Above all, she treasured being "Baba" to her two grandsons, delighting in watching them perform on stage, succeed in academics and athletics, and grow into honorable young men.
Linda’s life was defined not by titles or accomplishments, but by the countless people she counseled, mentored, and loved. Through faith, service, and generosity, she left a lasting impact on her family, community, and all who had the privilege of knowing her.
"Well done, good and faithful servant." Matthew 25:23
Linda Knapp was preceded in death by her father, John Edward Farron and mother, Elizabeth Cuffari Farron. She is lovingly survived by her husband of 52 years, Dennis Knapp of Barnwell, her daughter, Kimberly Knapp Sanchelli (Joseph) of Greenville, grandsons, Joseph Nicolas Sanchelli and John Ethan Sanchelli, brother David Farron of Honeoye Falls, NY, and many cousins, nieces and nephews.
A Memorial Service will be held on June 6, 2026 at 11:00AM in The Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter Day Saints, 3617 SC-70, Barnwell, SC 29812, the family will greet friends following the service at the Church. A private graveside service will be held at the Barnwell County Memorial Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent in Linda’s name to Animal Advocates of Barnwell. PO Box 1924, Barnwell SC 29812
Mole Funeral Home is assisting the family, please visit our online registry at molefh.com
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