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Dennis Knight Obituary
Dennis M. Knight received his angel wings on Saturday, December 28, 2013.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Harold and Virginia Knight. He leaves his best friend/wife of 36 years, Michelle Knight; children, Jen (Christopher) Fike, Chris (Marie) Knight, Heather Knight (Jeff Lane); his brother, Gary; sister, Cheryl; and many friends.
Dennis worked for Akron City Schools. He loved family, music, and traveling. He played the guitar in many bands. He was very generous, always helping people. One of his favorite things was taking random road trips and enjoying casinos.
The family will receive friends Tuesday, from 3 to 7 p.m., at the Anthony Funeral Home KUCKO-ANTHONY-KERTESZ CHAPEL, 1990 S. Main St. in Akron. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or by visiting www.stjude.org.
(Anthony Funeral Homes, AKRON, 330.724.1281)
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Memories and Condolences
for Dennis Knight
Sponsored by Akron Beacon Journal.
Mark Hackett
February 27, 2018
Had a dream about Dennis. We went to high school together and I began to search online and found that he passed. ]
Hats off to a fellow musician and friend.
God Bless
Mark & Annette Hackett
Janet Marsh Morrison
January 22, 2014
Michelle, I accidentally deleted the email with your number. Will you email it to me again. Thanks
[email protected]
January 20, 2014
To the Knight family:
We were so saddened to hear of Dennis' passing. An absolutely wonderful guy with a heart of gold. He was a co-worker and a friend and will be sadly missed. Irv and Becky
Joseph
January 8, 2014
I worked with Dennis at Barrett elementary. I was a student helper. He was also mine and my family's landlord for 5+ years. He was a really cool guy and he was cool to work with. He kinda reminded me of an older me haha. I considered him more a friend rather then a acquaintance .I'm sorry for your loss knight family. May her est he in peace.
Jennifer Crim-Arbona
January 5, 2014
Never had the honor of meeting Mr. Knight, but spent many great summers with Jen. He most have been an amazing father because he raised a very compassionate and loving daughter. So sorry for the loss of such a wonderful dad.
Brian and Karen Becker
January 3, 2014
Jen,
You and all your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Janet Marsh
January 1, 2014
Michelle and family.. Saddened by your loss. Dennis was a great guy. Remember him as family man, loved his wife and kids. Was easy going, all around nice guy.
[email protected]
Lynda Abbott
December 31, 2013
Thoughts and prayers to the family. I worked with Dennis at Barrett. He loved to brag on his family. He was very proud. He was such a great guy- always helping anyone in need. He was a class act.
December 31, 2013
To Jennifer and your fmaily. My sincere and deepest sympathy at the loss of your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. - Mark Neapolitan
Keith Harvey
December 31, 2013
To the Knight family. My prayers and thoughts are with all of you. Dennis worked for me at Barrett and became a friend. He was a great person and a lot of fun to work with. I along with many others will truly miss him. RIP Dennis.
Julie Barone
December 31, 2013
May God keep you in His embrace during this difficult time and may you find comfort in the knowledge that so many others care. Sending prayers for your family.
Charles Marshall
December 31, 2013
I'm so sorry for the loss .
Dennis was the best friend you could ask for.
In looking back on Dennis's life and knowing him since high school ,family ment so much to him.
I saw the sacrifices he made in life to be truely the best father and friend to his children.
Dennis was a class act is the term to describe him.
Dennis will be remembered by his friends for his love of music.
Very determined , if he didn't know something or how something worked, better believed he found out how it worked and fixed it.
December 30, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all as this special man leaves this world for a better one. I can almost hear his hearty laugh ... he truly lived and enjoyed life. We will all miss him! Love you all!
Larry and Mary
December 30, 2013
Dear Knight Family,
I am sorry for the loss of your loved one Dennis. May the God of peace be with you and may your memories of him be a comfort. 1 Pet 5:7.
December 30, 2013
Michelle and family, I am praying for you all. I know your eyes are filled with tears and your heart with sorrow. May all the memories you have help to heal your hearts.
Debbi Zehner
December 30, 2013
Dear Michelle, Jenny, Chris and Heather, I am sorry for your loss. Your husband, Dad was a great guy. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Call if we can be of any assistance. The Caperones Family
Barb Starcher
December 30, 2013
Prayers being sent to you Michelle and all your family. I am so sorry for your loss.
Ed Haas
December 30, 2013
"To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die." - Thomas Campbell
laura nervo
December 30, 2013
Dear knight family their are no words to ease the pain you are going through just know you all are in our prayers many blessing to you all . Deepest symphany The Nervo Family
John,& Angela Buckner
December 30, 2013
Chris and Marie, we are keeping you and your family in our prayers. XO
John, Angie & Chelsea Buckner
December 30, 2013
Jennifer, I am so sorry for the loss of your dad. Helen and I met him at your gaduation party and wedding. What a very nice man, always had a smile on his face, now I know where you get it from. Our prayers are with your family during this time of sorrow. Randy and Helen Grigson
Autumn Yoder
December 30, 2013
Prayers for the family
Liz Royer
December 30, 2013
Heather and family - I'm so sorry for your loss.
December 30, 2013
My thoughts and prayers to you and your family Jen. I have such fond memories of you and your family you were a special part of my childhood. Love Amy Hubele Smith
Annie Frost
December 30, 2013
I was part of the Barrett Elementary School family with Dennis. What a wonderful man! He always had a smile and something nice to say. He will be missed!
Denise Bell
December 30, 2013
I worked with Dennis at Barrett. He always had a smile on his face and always offered to help me out when he saw I needed it. My prayers go out to his family. He was a very special man and he loved his family very much.
December 30, 2013
Jennifer, I am so sorry for the loss of your father. I remember meeting him at your graduation party. He was a really nice guy. Your family is in our prayers.
Angie Lowe-Tharan
December 30, 2013
My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you!
December 30, 2013
My heart goes out to each and every family member of Dennis. He was truly a Knight in shining armor. Always funny, helpful, understanding and a true friend. He will always have a warm place in our hearts. Becky Heiney & family
Kelly Goodpasture
December 30, 2013
You could always count on Dennis to have a smile on his face and a laugh that was contagious while working at Barrett...sending prayers and love to his famlily...
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