Phyllis Charbonnet Knapp's Obituary
Phyllis Charbonnet Knapp, a Lacombe resident for more than 50 years, passed away from this life on December 19, 2025. She was born in New Orleans to the late Arthur and Elmer Zettwoch “Nee” Charbonnet. Phyllis was married to the late Burton L. Knapp. She was preceded in death by her parents, her siblings Merle Taylor, Arthur Charbonnet, Jr., Ursula Lapoutche, and Erna Ferrara, as well as a daughter Leslie and son Michael. She is survived by her son, Wayne (Kristy), her daughter Suzanne, grandchildren Bria Briggs and Jessica Johnson (Thomas), and one great-granddaughter, Gabrielle.
Phyllis was also well loved by many nieces and nephews who lovingly called her Aunt Tizzy, friends, and a strong church family at Living Word in Lacombe.
Phyllis worked more than 27 years at Stennis Space Center as a switch board operator. She was a member of the Descendants of the Mayflower Society where she served as the secretary and had an educational role from 1982-2000. She also enjoyed outings and fellowships with members of her local Red Hat Society, The New Image Club, and an AARP group at the local community center in Mandeville. As a member of Volunteers of America, she would often read to young children at local daycare facilities. She received several awards for her volunteer services.
Phyllis enjoyed gardening, cards, board games, making clothes for her granddaughters when they were young, and fellowship with friends and family after retirement.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the American Diabetic Society or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
Service times will be announced.
E.J. Fielding Funeral Home has been entrusted with funeral arrangements. The Knapp family invites you to share thoughts, fondest memories, and condolences online at E. J. Fielding Funeral Home Guest Book at https://www.ejfieldingfh.com.
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