Albert Alton "Al" Knight Jr.

Albert Alton "Al" Knight Jr. obituary, Parker, CO

Albert Alton "Al" Knight Jr.

Albert Knight Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Ponderosa Valley Funeral Services - Parker on Nov. 13, 2025.

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Albert (Al) Alton Knight, Jr. passed away peacefully at the age of 87 on Tuesday, November 11, 2025. Al was born June 26, 1938 in Cleburne Texas to Albert Alton Knight, Sr.and Rachel (Smith) Knight. He graduated from Cleburne High School in 1957 and later went on to become a graduate of North Texas State University. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force.
While in college he met and married his wife of over 63 years, Brenda (Gilbreath) Knight. They had two sons and countless adventures throughout. Hobbies included being outdoors gardening, hunting, fishing and shooting. Family gatherings, old movies and food, desserts in particular, top off his list of favorites.
Al was predeceased by his parents and granddaughter Jessica Knight.
He is survived by his wife Brenda Knight of Parker, CO (previously of Claremore, OK); sons, Derek Knight (Julie) of Parker, CO; Devin Knight of Indianapolis, IN; grandsons, Landry Knight (Nicole) of Broken Arrow, OK; Travis Knight of Marina del Rey, CA; and, great granddaughter Aspen Knight of Broken Arrow, OK.
Special Thanks to MorningStar Parker and the excellent care givers at Bloom Hospice.
No services are planned or scheduled at this time.

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