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David Knight Obituary

David Knight has passed away in his home at age 69. A native Chicagoan, veteran, and retired CTA employee of over thirty years, he loved reading, telling stories, exercise, meditation, music, The Simpsons, and his family. A member of AA with 38 years of sobriety, Dave was a guide and positive influence for many other recovering alcoholics, some of whom credit him with helping them remain sober. He was beloved by his family and friends. Dave will be remembered for his sense of humor, his passion for his diverse interests, his love of music, and his pride in his kids. He is survived by his two sons, Riley and Sam, his daughter Lia, his ex-wife Mary Pat Knight, his stepfather Bob Arnold, and his cat, Milo.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Nov. 4, 2020.

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Bruce Danford

November 6, 2020

I had just moved to Chicago from LA in 1985. I was still fairly new in AA with only 2 years of sobriety, alone and in a new city. I met David in one of my first AA meeting there. He immediately made me feel welcome and treated me as an old friend. In short he was a friend when I desperately needed a friend. That was the kind of guy he was. I will always remember his goodness and kindness.

Kevin Shapin

November 5, 2020

David let me know it would "all be alright" at a time in my life I wasn't too sure it was. He was a mentor, a friend, a confidant, and an inspiration.
Thank you for being there for me!

Benjamin

November 4, 2020

Our hearts are sadden to learn of your loss.

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