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Denise Knight Obituary
Denise Diane Seely Knight, born December 18, 1969, passed away surrounded by loved ones in her home June 17, 2009, following a brief illness. Denise was an outgoing individual who always had the ability to generate laughter in those around her with enthusiastic humor. She was a compassionate, nurturing and independent woman who selflessly shared anything she had, even in times when she had little to give.
A devoted mother who always put her children first: Richard Knapp, Shasta Savage, Michael Meigs, Quintina Knight; her stepsons, Eric and Julian Savage; and her cherished dog, Bugsy, will always be touched by her everlasting love.
Denise encompassed all aspects of being a wonderful daughter, sister, aunt, grandmother and friend. She is survived by her parents, Nancy and Edmund Hare; her siblings, Julie Seely, Peter Seely, Sue Albrecht, Maria Manger, Sarah Crawford, Angela Long, Jacalyn Niño and Llewellyn Seely; as well as her granddaughters, Makennah and Mercedes. She is also survived by William Savage, who has always played an influential role in the lives of all her children. She will be dearly missed by all.
Calling hours will be held on Monday, June 22nd, from 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Flowers are appreciated; however, the Denise Knight Memorial Fund has also been set up for donations which will benefit her children.
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Memories and Condolences
for Denise Knight
Kim Robinson-Lewis
June 26, 2009
To Nancy,Ed,Denise's children and family,
My sister just told me of Denise's passing and I write this with tears in my eyes. I have great memories of Denise and how you always welcomed me into your family. Things happen and people drift away but she was always my friend. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you and all of her family. I am so sorry for your loss.
Dolores Bowerman
June 23, 2009
To: My cousin Nancy & Ed, Denise's Children & Friends
I remember Denise as a very young child. Time has really passed. She sounds like a very happy person in her adult life. I'm sure she will be missed by many. My heart goes out to Nancy to have to bury a child. We have to be comforted knowing she is in a better place. Please find peace in all your happy memories. God Bless you all. Love, Dolores
Liz Maroney
June 22, 2009
Shasta, Michael & Quinnie,
Your mother loved you very much, this I know. I am so sorry that you have to experience this as such a young age. Just remember in all you do, your mother had hopes and goals for you. Try to remember this as you go through your life and do what you know would make her happy & proud. She raised you well. Your family will surround you with all the love you need and take good care of you. God Bless.
Debb and Jason Burdett
June 22, 2009
I just learned of Denises's passing. I am so sorry for her children....and all who knew her.
Michael has always held a special place in my heart...he and my son are friends. I knew Denise through their friendship.
She loved you all....
June 22, 2009
To the family -
I am very sorry for your loss but so happy that you had Denise in your life. Denise had a true heart, great humour and such love for her children. You are in my prayers.
Peggy & Luke Smith
Shasta Carl
June 22, 2009
Richard & Shasta,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss,I know how you are feeling and what your going through right now I just lost my dad in march and its still hard.You just have to keep your head up and remember all the good times you shared with your mom because those are the most special times in the world.We will keep you in our prayers.
Shasta & Travis
Rosemarie Fitchpatrick Brill
June 22, 2009
To My Aunt...I wish I could say it will get easier and as time passes there will be days that are easier. I wish I could help you understand, no parent should have to bury their child and 10 years ago I was where you are now. Believe in your faith and find peace that Denise is in a wonderful place and is with numerous family and friends and my son. They are in a glorious place with no pain or sickness..they know only love and joy. They are our guardian Angels and for this we are blessed. Believe and enjoy the grandchild that she has brought into your life..live, laugh and love..that is what both our children would want. Remember this is a celebration of a new life for Denise and what a wonderful life it must be.
God Bless and All My Love.
Stacy Northrup
June 21, 2009
I have known Denise and her children scince Quintina and my son Dakoda were in pre-k together throughout the years, we kept in touch through the children, and worked together at the drop-in-center just before her illness. I will miss her weird sense of humour...and the way she was always there when you needed someone, wether you had seen her the day before, or if it had been years scince you had seen her RIP Denise!!!! My thoughts and prayers are with your children through this hard time
Shasta Savage
June 21, 2009
Calling hours are to be held at **Bangs Funeral Home** on the corner of W. Green and Albany from 4-6pm on Monday, June 22nd.
Lyndsay Caldwell
June 21, 2009
Denise was an amazing women. I can't think of a time I was around her that I was not laughing and smiling. She was a great mother and she will never be forgotten. My heart goes out to her family.
Cindy Ellis
June 21, 2009
I am so sad to hear that Denise has passed. I remember when she was little carring her blanket about and wanting to follow her sister Julie and I all around. Then taking a computer class with her in 1996. She was such a joy to be around, always happy and making me laugh. My thoughts and prayers are with her family. God bless you Denise.
Aqeela Shakur
June 20, 2009
We met and became close friends in 1988 when we both lived at Covered Bridge Apartments. We supported each other through graduations, birth of children, broken relationships and broken dreams. We shared good times more than anything (especially the birth of my Godson, Michael) and talked on the phone sometimes for hours about how to better ourselves and how to make our children's lives better. Importantly, we kept each other's secrets without ever telling a soul....we shared a REAL friendship...others' rarely share that kind of friendship...we were blessed indeed to know one another. We never stopped searching for the answers to life's sometimes impossible questions. On our journey, we lost touch with each other for a time, yet, the Universe saw fit to make sure we saw one another one more time before it was time for your departure. What a wonderful reunion that was. Seems like we talked, laughed, and reminesced for hours. We promised to keep in touch after that, yet, we did so more in a telepathic kind of way. I'm grateful that your soul is free, even though I will miss you always. Your Friend, Aqeela Shakur (aka Debbie Slowe)
Edward Slowe
June 20, 2009
I was so sorry to hear that Denise had passed. I met her for the 1st time in 1989,when we both lived next door to each other. Over the years,she was always a very kind,and considerate individual with a kind word for everyone she came into contact with. She was always willing to help anyone in need,reguardless of what she had to sacrifice. She will be greatly misses,and will always be in my thoughts.
Edward Slowe
June 20, 2009
My family and I met Denise back in the late 1990s,and she always greeted you with a smile. she was very kind,and was willing to always lend a helping to those in need. I was so sorry to hear of her passing. My heart goes out to the family,she will always be in out thoughts.
Natalie Evans
June 20, 2009
I have known Denise for most of my life, as she and my mom (Sally) were dear friends. Denise provided so much for my family in times of need, and in times of friendship. I will miss the way Denise made me laugh, as we would sit around her kitchen table to "drink tea and gossip." (In Denise's words!) She will be greatly missed and her memory will be forever cherished. My heart goes out to Shasta, Mike, and Quin. I love you all. God bless.
Cindy Wildey
June 20, 2009
I am TRUELY shocked & sad to hear of Denise's passing! My heart goes out to ALL her famiy. We had worked together at one point. She ALWAYS had something funny to say!! Please know that her presence will defenitley never be forgotton!
Pamela Zimmer
June 20, 2009
I met Denise when she was pregnant with Shasta. I was able to get to know her very little over the years but I knew she was a special woman from the moment we met. I am sad to know she passed and my thoughts and prayers are with her parents, siblings and especially her children. PEACE be with you all.
Jacalyn Niño
June 20, 2009
The calling hours are to be held at Bangs Funeral Home on the corner of Green and Albany Streets in Ithaca.
Heidi Larounis
June 20, 2009
You are all on my mind and in my heart. I am so sorry for your loss. I have wonderful childhood memories of Denise that I will never forget. One memory is when we took my bike up the hill and with me on the handle bars we rode down until we hit a big rock! Over I went and she had to push me home. We both ended up with several bumps and bruises from that one.
My love to you all.
Heidi
The Nino Family
June 19, 2009
I just want you to know that we will do our best to be there for your children in these trying times to come. We won't let you down.
Paul, Jacalyn, Diaz, Diego, Dianna, and Diella.
Tonya,Ashley,Donovan,Darius Vanhouten(Baysden)
June 19, 2009
The LORD will give strengh unto HIS people: the LORD will bless HIS peple with peace. PSALMS 29:11
Denise will be greatly missed by my family. She was adedicated mother always giving her all to give her children the best opportunties to succeed in life. My prayers are with her family.
Jon and Marcia Meigs
June 19, 2009
Denise was a devoted and very loving mother to her children, and they were devoted to her. We know that she will always be in their hearts.
Our love and prayers are with them in this sad loss.
Jon and Marcia Meigs
Grandpa and Grandma to Michael
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