Jean D. Knight 88, of Traverse City Passed away on Saturday Aug. 18, 2018. She was born on Oct. 30, 1929 the daughter of Wade and Francis Payne. Jean retired from Ford Motor Co. as an accountant after 40 years of service. She enjoyed traveling, ballroom dancing and playing Bridge. Jean is survived by (2) daughters: Cheryl Faye and Julie (Joe) Forlenza, and (1) son Michael (Gloria) Knight; (6) grandchildren; Mike Knight Jr., Thomas (Julie) knight, Carrie (Chris) Anton, Stacie Forlenza, Devin (Cory) Piluras, and Brin Forlenza; (1) sister; Fay (John) Kline and (1) Brother; Wade (Beth) Payne. She was preceded in death by her parents, Her brother; Robert Payne and granddaughter Amanda Grayheck.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday September, 1. 2018 at 11:00 AM , with visitation at 10:00 AM from Covell Funeral Home, 232 E. State St., with Mr. Michael Knight officiating.
Donations may be made to The Paralyzed Veterans of America.
