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Dennis McKnight Obituary

Age 59, of Weymouth, formerly of Norwell, died at home January 11, surrounded by his family after a courageous battle with cancer. Beloved son of the late John and Alma McKnight. Loving husband of Patrice (Bonvie) Coffman. Devoted father of Brian of Hampden, ME and Douglas and his wife Tia of Weymouth. Grandfather of Madison of Weymouth. Brother of Sherrie Hainsworth of WA, Laurie Kilmain of Holliston and Christie McKnight of Whitman, and several nieces and nephews. Memorial Service at Connolly Hall, Weymouth Elks, 1197 Washington St. (Rt. 53) Weymouth, MA Tuesday, January 16, at 6:00 p.m., Rev. Glen Barton officiating. Remembrances and refreshments following the service. In lieu of flowers, donations in his name can be made to The Kidney Cancer Assoc., 1234 Sherman Ave., Evanston, IL 60202 or to Hospice of the So. Shore, 100 Bay State Dr. Braintree, MA 02185.

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Published by Boston Globe on Jan. 14, 2007.

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Pat Coffman

January 11, 2008

One year has passed and it still feels like yesterday. I love you and miss you and think about you all the time. You have my heart always and forever Dennis.
Your wife,
Pat

Susan Morgado

February 6, 2007

Brian and Doug,
Sil and I were sorry to hear about your Dad. He was a good man, and he will be remembered in our hearts and prayers. Life is precious so take care.

Christie McKnight

January 30, 2007

I wish to thank everyone for their kind words and rememberances of my brother. Like our Dad, Dennis was truly a good guy. He was my friend, my favorite sibling, and always had good advice. I'm so sorry he was sick and will miss him always. I remain....his ever-lovin sister

Barbara (Hurley)Childs

January 28, 2007

My deepest sympathy for Dennis' family. This is such a small world. I remember Dennis' sister, Sherry, from the Norwell School system and now I find my new husband was a friend of Dennis'. Our prayers are with you.
Barbara (Hurley) Childs

January 21, 2007

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Pat Coffman

January 21, 2007

Dennis,
My husband, my lover, my best friend, my soulmate. I'll miss you all the days of my life. It comforts me to know you are finally at peace. Until we meet again.......sweet dreams to the love of my life.
Your wife,
Pat

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Karen Arbo

January 17, 2007

Brian,
I just wanted you to know that I'm thinking of you through this difficult time. I will keep you and your family in my thought and prayers.

Danielle Saunders

January 17, 2007

My Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time

Denis Childs

January 16, 2007

My prayers are offered up on behalf of the entire family,Dennis has been in my thoughts and remembered as a good friend years past, I remember his laugh,and his advise,miss going fishing with him,,Lord he is yours now,,a-men

Judi Robichaud

January 16, 2007

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Kay Soucy

January 16, 2007

My deepest sympathy to the family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

NANCY & HARRY BRUNO

January 15, 2007

OUR SINCEREST SYMPATHY TO THE FAMILY. WE WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER THE GOOD TIMES. HARRY WILL TRULY MISS HIS FISHING BUDDY.

Karen Keefe

January 14, 2007

My deepest sympathy to the family. Patrice, I admire your strength and dedication in caring for Dennis. I pray he is at peace. God Bless

Michael & Joellen Baker

January 13, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with all the family at this time of sorrow.
With Deepest Sympathy

Brenda Harris

January 13, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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