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Glenda Ann Abell Knight

FUNERAL HOME

J. Henry Stuhr Downtown Chapel

232 Calhoun Street

Charleston, South Carolina

Glenda Knight Obituary

Glenda Ann Abell Knight Mt. Pleasant - Glenda Ann Abell Knight, age 61, of Mount Pleasant, SC, died Friday, November 18, 2016, after a two-year battle with cancer. She was preceded in death by her father, Douglas Benton Abell, and her mother, Barbara Ann Ford Abell. She is survived by her husband of 42 years, William A. Knight; her daughter, Ashley Knight Eckert, wife of W. Eugene Eckert III; and two grandsons: Joseph Eugene Eckert and William Tyler Eckert. Her funeral services will be held Sunday, November 20, 2016, in J. HENRY STUHR, INC., DOWNTOWN CHAPEL, 232 Calhoun Street, at 2:00 p.m., officiated by Reverend Dr. Ron Dillon. Interment will follow at Magnolia Cemetery. The family will receive friends Sunday from 1:30 p.m. until time of service. Pallbearers will be: Dale Jenkins, Paul Rogers, Drew Lisicki, Ron Adcock, Michael Adcock and Dwaine Clarke. Glenda was born July 8, 1955 in Charleston, SC and graduated from Stall High School. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Mt. Pleasant, a member of the Eliza Lucas Pickney Chapter of the DAR, former Treasurer, UDC Charleston Chapter 4 and current Treasurer, UDC Chapter 190, C. Irvine Walker. Glenda was an avid genealogist and enjoyed helping friends and family learn about their ancestors. Glenda was the seventh great-granddaughter of Captain Robert Abell, Stapenhill, Derbyshire, England, who immigrated to Rehoboth, MA in 1630. He was part of the Winthrop Fleet during the Puritan's Great Migration to America and the son of Sir George A. Abell and Frances Cotton, Lockington, Leicestershire, England. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, 5900 Core Road, Suite 504, North Charleston, SC 229406 and/or First Baptist Church of Mt. Pleasant, SC, 681 McCants Drive, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464. A memorial message may be sent to the family by visiting our website at www.jhenrystuhr.com. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Nov. 19 to Nov. 20, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for Glenda Knight

15 Entries

Jennifer Fields

November 27, 2016

I've just heard the news of Glenda's passing. I remember so fondly the days when we were younger and busy with our babies in Norcross, Georgia. Such good times with Glenda, Wanda, Peg, Judy and all. Navigating life separated from loved ones isn't easy but God is so good and always comforts. Saying a prayer for your family.

Dr. Rick Johnson

November 24, 2016

It was an honor to work with Mrs. Glenda for 3 years. She was a true woman of God and a blessing to me and my family. Heaven has gained a wonderful blessing. Until we meet again. Prayers for the family.

Hal Huser

November 22, 2016

I am so sorry to hear about Glenda's passing. Her positive attitude and loving support to all the families and staff of JICS will always be remembered fondly. My thoughts and prayers are with your family in the days ahead. May cherished memories bring you peace as you celebrate a life well lived.

Lisa Miller

November 20, 2016

Dear Bill and family,
We are praying for you during this difficult time. Glenda was a huge part of my mothers life and I loved getting to know her again at FBC. Seeing Glenda and Bill on Sundays was so special for me and I'm thankful for those times. Sending our deepest love and condolences to you all.

With love,
Lisa and the Miller family

Betty Reynolds

November 20, 2016

Bill and Ashley, my heart is broken by the loss of my special friend. Her family is so dear to me and will always remain close to my heart. Please do not lose touch with me. I love you.

Pat Sayko

November 20, 2016

I remember meeting Glenda when she attended the Eliza Lucas Pinckney chapter meeting & we began working on her application papers. Soon we decided that Ashley needed to also become a member. I met them both to sign their application papers at their James Island school. DAR will miss her & so will the chapter.

Cathy Hamilton

November 20, 2016

I am so thankful for the years I got to work with Mrs. Glenda. Her beauty, smile, and contagious laugh will always be what I remember. All three of my children, Genny, Ben,and Mary, along with myself have been blessed by Mrs. Glenda's life.

Mary Jane Nelson

November 19, 2016

I am so sorry.

Teresa Smith

November 19, 2016

I am so sorry to learn of this. Miss Glenda was always the smiling face at James Island Christian School where both of my children attended and graduated from (2007 and 2009). Her patience with the children (and parents) was endless and I know she will be missed by many.

Brittany Lilienthal

November 19, 2016

I'm sorry for y'all lose

Lisa Toscano

November 19, 2016

Ashley and Bill, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Your family is in my prayers.

David Dicker

November 19, 2016

So sorry for the loss of Mrs Glenda. Always a heart warming lady at JICS.

Kathi Shealey

November 19, 2016

We will always remember Glenda as just being such a blessing to be around. All ages felt her love, acceptance, and joy, and she was the absolute best person to work with in the school setting at James Island Christian School. Our whole family will remember her with love, and keep her and the family in our prayers. Burt, Kathi, and Hannah Shealey

Betty Morrison, Joyce Branch, Robin Huggins, Sandy Scott, Marjorie Lambert and Erin Huggins.

Sandy Scott

November 19, 2016

The Lambert family and the Abell family lived side by side and we all felt like a real family. Glenda and the 4 Lambert girls had the times of our lives. I will deeply miss you Glenda and I'll always love you more. You rest in peace now your journey is finally complete. Thank God for memories because we sure have a lot of them stored in our minds. Thank God we were neighbors and had the pleasure of sharing so many good times together. God bless you Bill and Ashley and the rest of the family now. I pray for continued strength for you all as I share in your loss.L

Sandy Scott

November 19, 2016

To the best friend a girl could ever have. Glenda you were very special to me in more ways than I can possibly count. I will miss our talks and the laughter we shared about the Azalea bushes at your Mom's house by the steps. That is one memory I'll take to my grave. What a blessed friend indeed. I will always love you and I will miss you even more. Prayers uplifted for the family during your time of loss. I, too, share in your loss. We were all like sisters rather than friends. May you Rest in Peace now Glenda. Your journey is now complete.

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