Isaac Edward Knight III

1958 - 2016

Isaac Edward Knight III obituary, 1958-2016, Smyrna, GA

Isaac Edward Knight III

1958 - 2016

BORN

1958

DIED

2016

Isaac Knight Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Apr. 22, 2016.
Isaac Edward Knight III, affectionately known as "Big Ed", age 60, of Smyrna, GA., passed away Friday April 22, 2016. He was born in Paris, France to the late Isaac Edward Knight, Jr. and Jenny Knight. Ed was a loving brother, son, and a great and loyal friend. He attended Lake Highland Prep School where he lettered in baseball and basketball. During this time he also obtained the rank of Eagle Scout. Ed attended the Centre College in Kentucky. While there he played men's basketball and baseball and was a member of the Phi Delta Theta fraternity. He then went on to receive a Master's Degree from UGA. Ed was CEO of Knight, Lanier, and Matthews Insurance Company. He was very active in his community by participating in Walk to Emmaus, Tres Diaz, and the Seven Bridges Homeless Ministry. Ed's favorite saying was "Life is good, God is great, and I'm happy. That's my motto and I'm sticking to it." Ed truly had a lasting impact on the lives of many. He will never be forgotten and will be deeply missed.
Ed was preceded in death by his parents Isaac Edward Knight Jr. and Jenny Knight.
Ed is survived by his two sisters; Brigitt (Clifford) Berry and Debbie Knight, niece; Jennifer Funaro, and nephew Hudson Berry. Ed is also survived by a host of friends.
A funeral service will be held on Sunday, April 24, 2016 at 2pm at The Garden 7 Bridges to Recovery Church in Atlanta, GA with Pastor 7 officiating. Family will be receiving friends from1-2pm on Sunday at the church, prior to the service.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Seven Bridges Homeless Ministry, 2840 Plant Atkinson Rd. SE, Atlanta, GA 30339.
Winkenhofer Pine Ridge Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. 770-422-7299

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January 17, 2017

michelle white posted to the memorial.

January 17, 2017

michelle white posted to the memorial.

June 6, 2016

Jennifer Shepherd (Daves) posted to the memorial.

michelle white

January 17, 2017

Im sorry I meant that after my mother died who also died from colon cancer, my life turned upside down and I wasn't the person I was anymore, not the person he met and saw who I was and what I could become and after she passed, the person I was did too. And I hate that I let him down. So what I meant to say was that the positive attitude he had toward life and the most caring loving selfless human being I have ever met in my life, I hope I can become that girl again that he saw. This has given me strength and somehow what I needed. I want to follow in his footsteps now. And everyday I wake up I want to take each footstep in the direction he would want me to.

michelle white

January 17, 2017

A light that still shines in this dark world and my dark life that he always lit up and made it brighter. I have and never will meet a human being like Ed, EVER. You are forever missed and touched so many lives. I will never forget you and and was so lucky to meet you at such a young age and my only regret that I will regret for the rest of my life is that I had the guts to call you. But I was too ashamed, I thought you would think my life would have turned out better, the way you thougt it would because you always had high hopes for me. Im sorry I let you down. I will make it up to you Ed I promise. You saw someone in me that I didnt, I will make you proud and be that person one day I promise, I love you Ed.

Jennifer Shepherd (Daves)

June 6, 2016

I am very shocked & saddened to read this. Ed & I dated for several years in the mid 1980's while we both lived in Houston. I helped him with his thesis & was SO glad when that was completed! He had a big personality filled with charm & charisma, a gregarious laugh, & a quick wit! I had a dream about him last night -- prompting me to see if I could find him & we could reconnect on FB--instead, I discovered this sad news. We hadn't talked or seen each other in almost 29 years & I always thought I might run into him in Highlands, NC as I don't live far from there now & knew his parents used to summer there. May he rest in peace & in the palm of GOD's hand & may The Lord watch over his family & keep them. GOD bless.

Philip and Ruth Cayll

May 1, 2016

Ed was a good friend back at LHPS. He will be missed by both of us.

April 28, 2016

Ed and I worked together professionally to insure his many Workout Anytime facility accounts. I had the pleasure of meeting him in person last spring and he was very inspirational and full of Grace and Faith. My sincerest condolences. May he rest pain & cancer free; in peace.

Jennifer Ragsdale
Sports and Fitness underwater
Dallas Texas

William Cisco (was LeBruno in 73)

April 28, 2016

Ed and I were good friends and teammates on the 73 basketball team. What I remember most about him is that he was always joking and smiling! I probably took it all a little too serious and he helped keep me grounded. He was a great guy and I am sure he will be missed greatly!

Rebecca Amidon

April 26, 2016

Just cannot believe you are gone-went to my yearbook-you signed it-lost my dad 4/14/16-maybe you guys can shoot some hoops on heaven-i will pray for your family "edna" God bless your soul and thanks for giving me time @ LHPS in the 70's-RIP Becky Nunnally Amidon❤

Vanessa Hellmig

April 24, 2016

What a great loss but what a party he must be having in heaven. Big Ed introduced me to the Garden and the Seven Bridges Ministry several years ago. His walk with the Lord was evident by his actions and his loving nature. I am so saddened by his loss and my deepest condolences to his family and friends.

Andy Byrd

April 23, 2016

Big Ed was a great guy and brother. Even though he fought a hard fight and suffered, he kept his faith, and inspired me and others who knew him. Ed will definitely be missed. Prayers and sincere sympathies for all of his family and friends.

TAW

April 23, 2016

Your loss is precious in God's sight. May your family find comfort in His promise of support at this time of sorrow. Isa 41:10

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