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Robert Knight Obituary

Robert E. Knight, age 97, longtime resident of Elmhurst, beloved husband of 63 years to the late Dorothy; loving father of Carroll (Darlene) Knight, Nancy (John) Knight-Cammack and the late Danny Knight; proud grandfather of Ian Knight and Heather (Jamie) Shambarger; fond step-grandfather of Che (Jackie) Cammack and Cher (Sean) Mehrtens; honored great-grandfather of nine; dear brother of Maureen Dempsey, Mary Katherine Giles, Joyce Showers, Gene Knight and Phillip Knight. Mr. Knight was a Baptist Minister and local Elmhurst businessman for over 30 years, founder of National Chemical Co. Visitation at the Pedersen - Ryberg Mortuary, 435 N. York Rd., Elmhurst, Wednesday, from 4 to 9 p.m., and where funeral services will be held Thursday, September 7, at 1 p.m. Interment Mt. Emblem Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the American Diabetes Association, 30 N. Michigan Ave., Suite 2015, Chicago, IL 60602 appreciated. For info 630-834-1133 or www.pederenryberg.com.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Sep. 5, 2006.

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Bob Gray and Family

September 8, 2006

Carroll,

Condolences on the passing of your father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Warren & Ramona Dempsey

September 8, 2006

We were sorry to hear of

Bro. Knight's passing. I'm sure

he has many "stars" in his crown.

Our prayers are with his family.

Herman and MaryBeth Brummett

September 6, 2006

Dear Carroll,

We are both thinking of you during this sad time for you and your family.

Dave Golwitzer

September 6, 2006

Carroll & Nancy,

I am sorry to hear of your fathers passing.

In this time of your sorrow it is difficult but good to reflect on the long time he was with you. He lived an active life we all would envy.

My thoughts are with you,

Dave

Richard Cammack

September 6, 2006

Dear Carrole, Nancy and Family:

I never met a more gentle man than Mr. Knight. His spirit was amazing and his love for life everlasting. He set an example for all of us to follow.

Terrance Ulch

September 6, 2006

Dear Carroll and Family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and yours during this time of loss.

God bless you.



Terrance Ulch & Family

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Wendell Sims

September 5, 2006

Just wanted to express my deepest sympathy at this time of your loss. Uncle Robert has been a special person in my Life and I have to agree that we have truly lost the Head of our Family and will be dearly missed. Your Cousin Wayne

Allison Cammack

September 5, 2006

Aunt Nancy, Uncle John and Family,



Although I had but a few special moments with Grandpa Knight, it only took seconds to appreciate the person he was. I'll never forget his welcoming smile and sense of humor. On behalf of my family here in Florida, including my parents and my brother, I want to express my deepest sympathies to you. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.



Love you and miss you,



Alli

Kathi Julison

September 5, 2006

Dear Nancy

I am so sorry to hear of your father's passing. The upcoming days will surely bring honor and some beautiful memories and moments for your family. Revel in the great thoughts of having been part of your father's life for so many years. As a daughter, you set quite a mark for the rest of us. Your high school friend, Kathi Julison

Jean/Bill Sims

September 5, 2006

Dear Nancy and Carroll Lee,

We are thankful to have been able to have Uncle Robert as head of the family for as long as we did. Our last best memory of him will be his singing along some old hymns after our Mom's funeral. It is hard to see him go, but I imagine there is a great family reunion meeting him on the other side. We will be thinking of you and praying for you as you try to adjust to life without him. Much love, your cousins Bill and Jean Sims

Cher Mehrtens

September 5, 2006

Nancy, Dad and Family,



During this time of sadness, my mind is full of such wonderful memories. Memories of Shannon as a toddler cuddled up on Grandpa Knight’s lap, Riley sitting in his office sharing with him the events of her day, Maddi sitting at the kitchen table with him, sharing breakfast and the genuine interest he showed in our family’s life and how he truly enjoyed sharing his life with us.



Although they did not share a biological connection as Great-Grandchildren, Grandpa Knight and my girls shared something much deeper; a connection of the heart. We will always cherish these memories and the richness they brought to our lives.



Grandpa Knight will truly be missed by all of us. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.



Love,

Sean Cher, Shannon, Riley and Connor

September 5, 2006

Carrol,



You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.



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Marty Lyons

September 5, 2006

Carroll,

I wish you and your family the very best during this time of great loss. We are keeping you in our prayers.

Marty

Charmaine Mascort

September 5, 2006

Dearest Nancy and Family,



We share in your sorrow and pray for your father's peace and union with those loved ones who have gone before him.



Our deepest sympathy with love,

Lou, Charmaine and Joe

Gail & Kelly

September 5, 2006

Nancy, Jack and Family You are in our thoughts and prayers.

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