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William Knight Obituary
Keizer - January 30, 1926 - September 9, 2020
William "Frank" Knight, age 94, went home to be with the Lord on September 9th. Frank was born in Henryetta Oklahoma to William and Anna Knight. Frank served in the United States Navy during World War II aboard the Carrier U.S.S. Princeton (CVL-23) and survived its sinking during the Battle of Leyte Gulf.
Frank was married to the love of his life, Lennie, for 71 years. His love of God and his family was evident to all that knew him.
He is survived by his wife Lennie and their 3 children, Terry Knight (Debbie), Steven Knight (Karen), and Cherie Price, 7 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren and 3 great-great grandchildren. Frank was preceded in death by his parents, his brother (Bud Knight), his sister (Bessie Woods), and his grandson (Joel Knight).
There will be private services for the family, with interment at Willamette National Cemetery in Portland, Oregon. Arrangements will be made by Virgil T. Golden Funeral Services. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations to Brighton Hospice Oregon.
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MRB
September 13, 2020
Frank was part of the greatest generation! Salem had a few hero's who survived the greatest sea battle in history. Larry Epping writes about it in his book. Go to ussgambierbay.org to learn why freedom isn't free! Thanks Frank & all you that keep us free. Rest in Peace.
Kevin Carroll
September 11, 2020
I knew Frank to be a sterling character who had a very positive influence on me growing up. I always had a deep respect for Frank and loved him and Lennie, all of the Knights, the very definition of life-long friends (nearly 60 years). May God Bless and comfort the whole family as they grieve their loss.
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