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Cristan Knight Obituary

CRISTAN MICHAEL 'WEDGE' KNIGHT, 35 ROCKFORD - Cristan Michael "Wedge" Knight, 35, of Rockford passed away Dec. 28, 2009. Born Jan. 20, 1974, in Rockford, the son of Michael Knight and Jackie (Dauenbaugh) Lander. Employed by Willwood Burial Park in the cemetery maintenance department. Cris was the drummer in the band Coda:Arms, and was a great bass player. He was a talented artist and shared his passion for music with his family. Survived by wife, Lisa Knight; sons, Jack, Mark and Michael Knight; mom and stepfather, Jackie (Ray) Lander; sisters, Paula Knight and Gina (Richard) Lehman; grandparents, Ruby and George Knight; nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles; and special friends, Vinny, Lance, Steve, Joe, Wendall, Mike, John and Phil. Cris was a wonderful husband, an amazing father, a great friend and he will be deeply missed. Predeceased by father, Michael Knight; maternal grandparents, Laray and Paul Dauenbaugh, and his beloved dog, Damien. Service at 3 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 2, in Sunset Funeral Home, 8800 N. Alpine Road, with visitation from 1 p.m. to time of service. Cremation rites will be accorded. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the family. Tributes to the family at mem.com.

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Published by Rockford Register Star from Dec. 31, 2009 to Jan. 6, 2010.

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Mosh Mann

January 5, 2010

Sometimes you meet someone in your walk through life who you know immediately is going to be one of the nearest and dearest friends you will have. This was my friendship with Wedge.
So many times he was there to offer me his friendship when I needed it most. I wish I had been allowed to return the favor one more time.

But he didnt so now we need to remember, cherish, miss and share our fondest memories so that we can enjoy them with each other and his 3 sons. In this way we may keep him with us forever.

Megan Lincoln

January 4, 2010

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Kevin &Cheryl Paul

January 2, 2010

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

jason cooper

January 2, 2010

you will be missed by all of us who were lucky enough to know you . your friend jay

January 2, 2010

May the love and peace of God be with all who loved and cared for Chris.
Gail Beaulieu

Joseph Enna

January 1, 2010

You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.Wedge will be greatly missed.The Enna Family.

susan (red) jones

January 1, 2010

I hope where ever it is you land that they have drums for you to play. bang them loud my friend so we can all still hear the sound of your magic sticks.

mike konstant

January 1, 2010

Wedge was a long time good friend.
he will be greatly missed by anyone
who knew him. Our hearts go out to his
family and friends.we will love you always Mike, Jen, Allison,and Kyle.

December 31, 2009

I cant belive this ...im sorry for everyones loss ... Ive known wedge since grade school, he had a tremedous heart and was a great friend with some wonderfull talents I am VERY SAD !!!!
YOU will be missed DEEPLY.... SO MUCH MORE THAN U KNOW..wendy wysong

December 31, 2009

Paula, Im sorry for the loss of your brother, you can contact me if you want. Carol Spence [email protected]

heather kerry

December 31, 2009

I have known wedge for a long long time.I very sorry this happened and he will be missed.If any of you need help with anything please feel free to call me Jacki has my number.

-Heather Kerry

Billy Mohr

December 31, 2009

Cris, I will forever miss you. I cannot count the times I needed help & you were there for me. You were a great friend. I am very sad & wish I was not writing this. R.I.P., my brother. I will always remember you, WEDGE. Love your friend, Billy Mohr

Steven

December 31, 2009

Gina, I am so sorry for the loss of your brother...my deepest sympathy, thoughts, and prayers are with you and all of your family.

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