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David McKnight
1936 - 2023
David McKnight
1936 - 2023
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BORN
1936
DIED
2023
David McKnight Obituary
David McKnight was an actor who starred in the 1976 blaxploitation horror film "J.D.'s Revenge," along with appearances in dozens of other movies and TV shows, including "Under Siege," "Superhero Movie," and others.
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Barbara Williams Pearl Williams of Garyville Louisiana
December 28, 2023
David McKnight was always concerned patient and he had time for everyone. Your heart soon will be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
RR
December 11, 2023
A great actor that so many enjoyed watching in TV and movies over the years. Condolences to the McKnight family, God be with you to help you through this time of your loss.
Elizabeth Bell
December 10, 2023
R.I.P. Mr.David
RB
December 10, 2023
Prayers for the McNight family, May God be with you all at this very difficult time, sorry for your loss.
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David Lee
December 8, 2023
I met Mr McKnight at James bridges home Todd bridge brother
When I told him my name was
David Lee he step back and said
That's my name I just drop Lee
When I found that out. I said I am JD Walker he just laughed rest
In peace my Brother.
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