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Taffy Knights Obituary

Taffy Knights, of Foxboro, formerly of Randolph, passed away April 10, 2019 at the age of 69. Son of the late Ethel Knights. Born in Fitchburg, he grew up causing all sorts of trouble in Randolph. In 1972, he married Christine Knights and had 3 children. He was a hard worker from the moment he could pick up a tool and spent his time as a carpenter, mechanic, and jack of all trades. Anyone who knew him, would say that there is no one like him, those who didnt know him would say he spoke his own language, and you only had to know him a few moments to never forget him. He loved talking to anyone, and his presence was known as soon as he walked into a room. If he wasnt giving you a hard time, that probably meant he didnt like you. He was full of life until the day he died and his endless number of hilarious, hard to believe stories and one of a kind phrases will be greatly missed and live on being passed to the next generation by those who loved him. He loved driving for miles in his truck (usually getting lost for hours to the dismay of his children), fishing, hunting, his guns, and the casino. Taffy was preceded in death by his beloved son Brian Knights. He is survived by his children, Mark Knights and his wife Leah of Norton, and Julie Brown and her husband Matt of Bridgewater. Loving and devoted companion to Dorene Cabral of Foxboro. Loyal brother to Ellie Montgomery of Middleboro, Skippy Knights of N.H., and the late Rocky Knights, Candy Johnston, Kenneth Knights and Kathy Johnson. Admired grandfather to Katelyn, Matthew, Ryan, Emma, Madeleine, and Christopher. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, and friends. He was known to frequently proclaim,"When I am gone, just throw me in the swamp!" In respect of his wishes, services will be private, and his ashes will be spread in the woods, where you could find him every hunting season, walking for miles, searching for the perfect hunting spot. Arrangements are under the direction of Cartwright Funeral Home, 419 N. Main St., Randolph, MA 02368. To leave a sympathy message for the family, please visit www.cartwrightfuneral.com.

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Published by The Enterprise on Apr. 14, 2019.

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Peggy Farren

December 22, 2019

To the knights family, I am so sorry to read of Taffy's passing. I called Taffy today to check on him, thinking Taffy would answer, saying he was sitting in a tree, or just coming out of the woods from hunting as he so often said when I would call. I had the honor of working with Taffy in construction, he always took me under his wing. Taffy always said I was like his little sista. I was lucky to know Taffy. I will miss his phone calls and all the stories and his laugh. RIP my friend Taff. Forever friend Peggy

Darlene Dias

April 16, 2019

Taffy was a terrific guy, we worked together for many years, his wonderful sense of humor would make the time go by quickly. In all the years I knew Taffy I never can recall anything but a warm smile upon his face.
Rest in peace buddy!

April 15, 2019

May your hearts be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times spent together as you remember a life well lived. Isaiah 57:15

April 15, 2019

i remember taffy from my yrs working at the old randy sneeker factory good memories rip my friend

April 14, 2019

Rest in peace...

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