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David Knight
Dec. 7, 1957 - Aug. 6, 2023
NORMAL - David Knight, 65, passed away Sunday, August 6, 2023 at Carle Hospice lovingly surrounded by family. He was born December 7, 1957 to Robert and Catharine (Watke) Knight of Normal.
He married Sara Sands on December 23, 2007 at the First United Methodist Church of Normal.
She survives along with his mother; sisters: Elaine Knight, Lincoln, Susan (Michael) Merrick, Normal, Mary (Jim) Knightwright, Lombard; sister-in-law, Cindy (Dennis) Helmers, Fairbury; and mother-in-law, Donna Sands, Bloomington.
He is also survived by nieces/nephews: John (Lara) Merrick, Cathy (Josh) Myers, Alexander Knightwright, Benjamin (Kritika) Knightwright, Brian (Kelly) Helmers, Kristin (Sanjit) Saluja; and six great-nephews/niece; as well as by his best friend (of many decades), Jim Cruser.
He was preceded in death by his father, Robert Knight and father-in-law, Gordon Sands and his beloved maternal "aunt Laney" Watke.
David studied music at ISU, Normal and was a talented vocalist, performing in Chicago, locally with his choir family, with his wife in his band "Tens of Dollars", and as a sought-after soloist. He naturally shared his passion for music, enjoying finding the harmonies of life. He retired from Frontier Communications in 2019.
A Celebration of Life service will be held at the First United Methodist Church of Normal on Saturday, August 12, 2023 at 11:00 am. with a visitation preceding the service starting at 9:30 a.m. Inurnment will follow, in a private family gathering, at a later date.
The family suggests memorials to the Normal First United Methodist Church Choir or a charity of donor's choice.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Jo Ann Duncan
August 11, 2023
So sorry to hear of David´s passing. I will miss his beautiful tenor voice in our church choir. My deepest sympathy to Sara and the rest of the family. God bless you. Jo Ann Duncan
Jim Swearingen
August 11, 2023
To David´s sister Sue; This is Jim Swearingen from High School. I´m so sorry to hear about David´s death. I spent time with him in plays. I was hoping to see you at the 50th reunion. I would love to hear from you. Text me. 618-971-2480. Your ol´ friend, Jim
Marc Reinholz
August 10, 2023
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
May God wrap his comforting arms around you.
Marc Reinholz
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