He was born January 9, 1942, to the late Oscar McKnight and Retta Tincher McKnight in Cane Creek, Kentucky.
Mr. McKnight was an avid golfer and also enjoyed swimming. In addition, he was gifted with a green thumb. His passion went as far as building his own greenhouse from the ground up. He was a Chicago Cubs fan who loved the outdoors and keeping active.
He is survived by his wife, Donna Daniels McKnight; sons, Donald James McKnight and David McKnight (Kim); daughter, Denise McKnight (Ray Andrews); brother, Jerry McKnight (Diane); grandchildren, Damon McKnight, Lance McKnight, Shelby McKnight, and Ashur Smith; great-grandchildren, Calvin McKnight and Kayleigh Slaughter; his dog, Smiley; his cat, Prince; and several nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends.
Mr. McKnight will be deeply missed by everyone.
The family will hold private memorial services.