Albert Knight Obituary
Albert Elwin Knight, age 90, passed away January 16, 2012, at the home of his daughter in Heber City, Utah. Born February 24, 1921, in New Plymouth, ID, the only son of Julius Henry and Vivian Anna Snyder Knight, he graduated from Idaho State University in 1942 with a degree in pharmacy. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy as an aviation cadet in June 1943, serving as a pilot of eleven different aircraft in the Pacific during World War II and survived a kamikaze attack on his ship, the USS Curtiss. He was always very proud of his Navy service.
Al married MarJorie Parkinson July 4, 1943, in New Plymouth, ID. He always noted that fireworks went off in their honor every year. Their marriage was later solemnized in the Idaho Falls, ID, LDS Temple. She passed away August 10, 2002. He worked 30 years for the Upjohn Company as a medical service representative; 10 years as manager of the Portland, OR, sales area which included Oregon, Washington, W. Idaho, W. Montana and Alaska. The years he and MarJorie spent as ordinance workers in the Salt Lake City, UT, LDS Temple were very special to him.
Preceded in death by his wife, MarJorie, and sister, Dorothy Knight Strohbein. Survivors include four children: Shauna (Steven) Jones, Gresham, OR; Stephen (Mary Sue) Knight, Phoenix, AZ; Christie (Brent) Evans, Heber City, UT; Scott (Deborah) Knight, South Jordan, UT; sister Beverly (Gene) Tuttle, Boise, ID; 14 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren.
"My God hath been my support; he hath led me through mine afflictions…He hath filled me with his love" (2 Nephi 4:20-21).
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, January 20, 2012, at Wasatch Lawn Mortuary, 3401 Highland Dr., Salt Lake City, UT, where friends may call Friday from 12:30-1:45 p.m. Interment will be at Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park.
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Jerry Jensen
January 23, 2012
I worked for Al in the Portland Branch of Upjohn and was greatful for the leadership and opportunities he provided for me. He was Kind, Caring and had a wonderful sense of humor. I know it is hard to lose the ones we love, but Al will live in our hearts forever.
Bruce & Joyce Knight
January 22, 2012
Albert (Bud) lived with my parents while he attened college in Pocatello. He spread joy to everyone he met. Our deepest sympathy to his family.
Bruce & Joyce Knight
January 22, 2012
Albert (Bud) lived with my parents while he attended college in Pocatello. He was like a brother and spread happiness to every one he met. Our deepest sympathy to his family.
Bob & Sharon Parks
January 19, 2012
Al was a great guy. We were in the 8th Ward with him and he always had a smile and joke to tell you. We know he had a strong testimony and worked hard to make a difference in other people's lives. You should be proud of the life he lead. Our condolences go out to all of you.
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Doug McCarter
January 19, 2012
What I am feeling right now is hard to put into words. So, suffice it to say, I will sorely miss my endless contacts with Al that has lasted for 55 years. He was my Mentor.
Doug McCarter
January 19, 2012
We love and miss you D.O. Thank-you for always making us laugh. You were a great father, father-in-law and granddad and we will always be grateful for your love and support. We are so glad for all the Sundays you came to dinner and for the times you came to stay. We will cherish those memories forever. Deborah, Scott and Thomas xxx
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