He was preceded in death by his mother, Carmella Knott; step-father, Raymond Knott; and sister, Brenda Elia.
He is survived by Melissa, his wife of 36 years; son, Wesley, and fiancee, Racheal Nelson; brother, Kevin Leach and wife Theresa; long time friend, Billy Jameson; brother, Adam Knott and wife; brother, Matthew Knott and wife; and many nieces and nephews.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 6518 N. Rafael Ave., Fresno, CA 93711, on Saturday, November 19, 2016, from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Arrangements under the direction of Stephens & Bean Funeral Chapel, Fresno, CA.
