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Dustin "Dee Kay" Knighton
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Dustin Knighton Obituary
Dustin "Dee-Kay" Knighton, 25, of Charlottesville, departed this life on Tuesday, May 3, 2011.
He was born on May 6, 1985, to Martha Knighton. He was preceded in death by his father, Daniel Knighton; and grandmother, Clare Powell.
In addition to his mother, Martha E. Knighton of Norfolk, Virginia, Dee-Kay is survived by his fiancee, Detra Eubanks, and their children, Xiomara and Makia. He leaves behind one brother, Derrick Knighton and his wife, Mileidy "Titi; two nephews, Derrick and Demario; and an unborn niece or nephew, all of Charlottesville. He is also survived by his grandfather, Harvey Powell of Orange, Virginia; and an uncle, Doug Powell of Stafford, Virginia.
Dee-Kay was a skilled artist and used his talents for tattoos. He loved spending his time with family and friends and had a big heart and love for everyone. He attended Jerusalem Baptist Church in Charlottesville.
A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Monday, May 9, 2011, at Free Union Baptist Church in Stony Point, Virginia, with the Reverend Doyle Thomas officiating.
"Lord Protect Me From My Friends" Dustin Knighton
To pay condolences to the family please sign the guest book at www.jfbellfuneralhome.com
J. F. Bell Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
This obituary was originally published in the Daily Progress.
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April 21, 2017
he was a great man i was very young when he passed and i love u uncle r.i.p
Maytee vazquez-johnny momma
October 29, 2011
Rest in heavenly peace may the light and unconditional love of god be with you always till we all meet again in paradise one sweet day AMEN
Tonya Fitzgerald
May 22, 2011
Its so hard to believe that youre gone. We are all very saddened. I will always remember you. Rest in peace. I am very sorry for the Knighton family and my prayers go out to you all... Love Always Tonya and Amanda Fitzgerald
May 19, 2011
rest in peace Dustin-I will always remember your sweet face-Mary Tyler(shugs mom)
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skeet
May 19, 2011
Hey homie I love n miss u like crazy u was my twin rememba everybody said tht lol... u was always str8 up n loyal with me n my fam words can't express how much I miss u dk.... until we meet again stay with me n push me n the rite direction u always tried to keep me straight n vice versa love ya homie
Jessica Sims
May 11, 2011
it always makes me sad when tragic things happen to good people however you are in heaven smiling down on everyone.you will be missed DK.
May 11, 2011
SENDING DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THIS YOUNG MAN'S FAMILY....
April Miller
May 10, 2011
Detra and family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Keeping you and the girls in my thoughts and prayers.
April (Goodloe) Miller
Anita Eubanks Braxton
May 10, 2011
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
stevean irving
May 9, 2011
it is hard to see how fast years fly by. I remember dustin when we were kids always the top of anything we did and always had a smile on his face. We never spoke again after he moved but i heard about him time to time and happy his art skills finally went to the next level he was good as a kid drawing. I am really sorry for the loss.
stevean
Iliana Padilla
May 9, 2011
Dustin, I still can't believe you're gone. I remember you and your pretty smile in class. You really made class go by so fast...you are an amazing person and you'll be miss. Sorry, I couldn't make it to your funeral but my manager took the day off but, I kept you in my prayers. This is a real tragedy but it makes me happy to know that you're in heaven smiling down. Rest in peace, Dustin <3!!!
Kia Lindsay
May 9, 2011
RIP Dustin you are and will be greatly missed. But as they say now you are in a much better place. It is very hard to believe that you are gone. You are in my thoughts and prayers "DEE KAY"
shirley irving
May 9, 2011
My sympthany to the family. I knew him as a child in Gordonsville through my son, Stevean. He had a big heart then. I know he will be missed by many. My prayers to all the family.
J. Scott
May 9, 2011
Man, still can't belive what happened. You already know it was hard for me to keep it together. We use to kick it, get tight, and now you gone. You'll never be forgotten my dude. Yo homeboi till the end my dude. Dot... Rest In Peace
Jay Shifflett
May 8, 2011
Hated by few, loved and respected by all. I'll miss you hommie.
Debbie Curry-Rush
May 8, 2011
Detra and Family,
I'm so sorry to have learned of your loss. I pray that you will find comfort in your memories and lean on God to give you strength. If there is anything I can do for you please don't hesitate to call. Know that you forever have your angel watching over you and your children. My heart aches for you and the family, but don't give up faith. God bless you and help you through this.
Akira Michie
May 8, 2011
It hurts to know that you're gone but I'm happy to know that you are in a better place . We all love & miss you Dustin , especially Dee & the girls . Thank you for bringing love & happiness to this family . I'll miss hearing you say " Wassup gangsta " everytime I would see you . I love you Dustin !! Rest in Paradise sweetie .
Leah Schultz
May 8, 2011
Detra,
Fall into the arms of the Lord. Let Him carry you and find strength in Him. You and your family are in my prayers.
May 7, 2011
to my niece and her kids earth have no sorrow that heaven can't heal my prayers are with you that you will grow stronger in thee love you alex and clara
Atanya Eubanks
May 7, 2011
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
bubba
May 7, 2011
R.I.P dee kay i pray for your family we love and miss you but i know your in a better place now
May 7, 2011
I didn't know Dustin but, I have boys around his age. My heart is breaking for his family. I pray God will walk with you all in this very sad time.
Ashley Dunn
May 7, 2011
R.I.P. Dustin. My condolences go out to his family and children......
Ashley Dunn
May 7, 2011
R.I.P. dustin! My condolences go out to your family and children<3
stacey cantrell
May 7, 2011
Dee Kay,
Thank you for all the good times we shared, I will forever hold a place for you in my heart. You are loved and missed by many! We will be seeing you again, and you will be there to greet us with that big smile of yours to welcome us home! I know your whatching over us all! Love you Dustin Love,
Trouble Maker
Katrina Brown
May 7, 2011
To Detra and the girls,
Always remember your faith and God will never leave or forsake you. Your sister in Christ.
Sophia Rush
May 7, 2011
Dustin we all love you and miss you. We will see you again.
Love,
Sophia and Semaj
Sophia Rush
May 7, 2011
Dustin was a loving fiance, father, brother, uncle and cousin. He will forever be missed. We loved him so much and his untimely death is a travesty. I will hold Easter Sunday in my heart forever. I love you Dustin!
The Broken Chain
We little knew that day,
God was going to call your name.
In life we loved you dearly,
In death, we do the same.
It broke our hearts to lose you.
You did not go alone.
For part of us went with you,
The day God called you home.
You left us beautiful memories,
Your love is still our guide.
And although we cannot see you,
You are always at our side.
Our family chain is broken,
And nothing seems the same,
But as God calls us one by one,
The chain will link again.
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