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IN LOVING MEMORY OF William Leroy Mcknight
William Leroy
Mcknight
Jul 20, 1931 — Sep 3, 2015
William Leroy Mcknight's Obituary
Mr. William Leroy McKnight, age 84, of Crockett, Texas died September 3, 2015 in Community Care Center, Crockett, Texas.
SERVICE:
Saturday September 12, 2015 @ 11:00 am
Location: St. Luke Baptist Church
315 S. 2nd Street, Crockett, Texas 75835
Pastor: Rev. Lance Mann
Officiating Minister: Rev. Joe Anderson
Interment following service in Evergreen Cemetery, Crockett, TX
VISITATION:
Friday, September 11, 2015 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wake Service: 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: St. Luke Baptist Church, 315 S, 2nd Street, Crockett, TX 75835
Final arrangements made by Emanuel Funeral Home - Crockett, 906 N. 6th Street, Crockett, TX 75835
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Brief Biographical Sketch of Bro. William Leroy McKnight
Bro. Leroy McKnight was the sixth child born to Sammie Leroy McKnight and Satire McKnight on the 20th of July, 1931. Both parents preceded him in death.
He attended Center Grove High School in Lovelady, Texas where he was a standout basketball player. He was later drafted into the United States Army, serving his country during the Korean War. He was Honorably Discharged. Bro. McKnight retired from Crockett Independent School District. After retiring from C.I.S.D., he enjoyed spending time with grand kids while watching them participate in various sporting events.
Bro. McKnight joined Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church at an early age. He served on the Deacon Board and was a faithful member of the Brotherhood. He was also the church treasurer and held various other positions util his health failed.
Bro. McKnight was joined in marriage to Evelyn Earlene Murphy on the 26th of May in 1956, for 54 years, until his death. To this union three beautiful and loving children were born.
On September 3, 2015, in Crockett, Texas, Leroy left this earth. Sibling that preceded him in death; James McKnight, Josephine Armstead, Christine Jackson, Carrie Lee Watson, John McKnight and Esau McKnight.
Left to cherish his precious memories are Children: William (Divina) of San Antonio, Texas, Amanda (Lee) of Lovelady,Texas, Garry (Michelle) of Houston, Texas; Five Grandchildren: Derrick (Nataly), Mario, Ja'Gerrion, Ana'yshia and Anyya; Three Great Grandchildren: Yajasra, Karla Marie and Leroy William; One Brother: Jafus(Carolyn) of Houston, Texas; One Sister: Izy Lee Baker of LaPorte, Texas; One Brother-in-law: Myron (Zenobia) Murphy of Tomball, Texas; One Sister-in-law: Eloise Mosie of Houston, Texas, and host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
SERVICE:
Saturday September 12, 2015 @ 11:00 am
Location: St. Luke Baptist Church
315 S. 2nd Street, Crockett, Texas 75835
Pastor: Rev. Lance Mann
Officiating Minister: Rev. Joe Anderson
Interment following service in Evergreen Cemetery, Crockett, TX
VISITATION:
Friday, September 11, 2015 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wake Service: 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: St. Luke Baptist Church, 315 S, 2nd Street, Crockett, TX 75835
Final arrangements made by Emanuel Funeral Home - Crockett, 906 N. 6th Street, Crockett, TX 75835
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Brief Biographical Sketch of Bro. William Leroy McKnight
Bro. Leroy McKnight was the sixth child born to Sammie Leroy McKnight and Satire McKnight on the 20th of July, 1931. Both parents preceded him in death.
He attended Center Grove High School in Lovelady, Texas where he was a standout basketball player. He was later drafted into the United States Army, serving his country during the Korean War. He was Honorably Discharged. Bro. McKnight retired from Crockett Independent School District. After retiring from C.I.S.D., he enjoyed spending time with grand kids while watching them participate in various sporting events.
Bro. McKnight joined Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church at an early age. He served on the Deacon Board and was a faithful member of the Brotherhood. He was also the church treasurer and held various other positions util his health failed.
Bro. McKnight was joined in marriage to Evelyn Earlene Murphy on the 26th of May in 1956, for 54 years, until his death. To this union three beautiful and loving children were born.
On September 3, 2015, in Crockett, Texas, Leroy left this earth. Sibling that preceded him in death; James McKnight, Josephine Armstead, Christine Jackson, Carrie Lee Watson, John McKnight and Esau McKnight.
Left to cherish his precious memories are Children: William (Divina) of San Antonio, Texas, Amanda (Lee) of Lovelady,Texas, Garry (Michelle) of Houston, Texas; Five Grandchildren: Derrick (Nataly), Mario, Ja'Gerrion, Ana'yshia and Anyya; Three Great Grandchildren: Yajasra, Karla Marie and Leroy William; One Brother: Jafus(Carolyn) of Houston, Texas; One Sister: Izy Lee Baker of LaPorte, Texas; One Brother-in-law: Myron (Zenobia) Murphy of Tomball, Texas; One Sister-in-law: Eloise Mosie of Houston, Texas, and host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
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