Dave spent his 94 years, 9 months and 26 days in Wilmar. He was a logger, truck driver, a farmer and rancher. He served in the United States Army where he was a veteran of World War II. He also served on the Wilmar School Board, the Drew Farm Supply Coop Board for 38 years and was a long-time member of the Drew County Fair Board. He was a Mason and received the Baptist Spirit award in 2006.
He is survived by his daughter, Eloise Worlow and husband Bob of Hensley; his son, Dr. Tim Knight of Wilmar; his grandchildren, Sheila L. Watts and husband Brian of Hensley, Dr. Marty O'Fallon and wife Leia of Wilmar, David T. Knight, Jr. and wife Becki of Monticello, Hayden O. Knight of Pine Bluff and James Knight of Crossett; his great grandchildren Lila, Kane and Gracie Zeno, Will O'Fallon, David Knight III (Trey), Abigail Knight and Della Knight. He is also survived by two bonus granddaughters, Meredith Grimmett and her son, Matthew David Webb III and Christy Phillips and husband Chanse along with their boys, Bryce, Dylan and Weston.
Funeral service will be held 2:00 p.m. Sunday, June 14 at Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Kenny Worbington officiating. Burial to follow in Wilmar Cemetery. Visitation will be Saturday evening from 6:00 8:00 p.m. at the Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to Wilmar Cemetery c/o Betty Fuqua P.O. Box 132 Wilmar, AR 71675. Online Guestbook: www.stephensondearman.com
Condolences(12)
Kathryn Funderburg
White Hall, AR Monday, June 15, 2015 I am honored to have known Dave. God bless you all.Leah Reynolds
, AR Monday, June 15, 2015 Eloise and family,You are in our thoughts and prayers during this time. Hold tight to those precious memories.
David, Leah and Family
Tammi Nowlin
Monticello, AR Saturday, June 13, 2015 I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Uncle Dave. I never met him but I Heard wonderful stories of Uncle Dave through Tammy and Bruce and knew that he was a great man. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.Bobby Ellis Gilliam
Shreveport, LA Friday, June 12, 2015 We are so sorry for all the family and Kin.I know my Father knew him well ( Ellis C. Gilliam)
He kept the arms for Military Burials and is Burried in Oaklawn Cemetary himself My wife is Margaret Tndall
Gilliam.
Tim Forrest
Monticello, AR Friday, June 12, 2015 May God wrap his arms around you and comfort you. Sending our thoughts and prayers to your family.Tim & Diane Forrest and family
Brison Reed
Monticello, AR Friday, June 12, 2015 Dr. Tim, Dr. Marty & Family.So sorry to hear of your loss. We are praying that God will wrap His loving arms around you and comfort you in this time of grief.
Brison & Magen Reed Family
Ronny & Brenda Reed Family
Drew County Fair Board
Janice Wiggam Haisty
Hot Springs Village, AR Friday, June 12, 2015 Tim & family, I am praying for you all at this sad time of loss. Cherish the wonderful memories and know he is now at peace with God.With sympathy,
Janice (Wiggam) Haisty
Alvin and Irma. James
Monticello Arkansas, TX Thursday, June 11, 2015 Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Always enjoyed visiting with Mr. Dave. He will be missedCarole (Doss) Rushing
Woodlawn, AR Thursday, June 11, 2015 To the family:It was with great sadness I learned of Dave's passing. I have known him all my life and I don't believe there is a finer person anywhere. I pray the Lord will give you strength, comfort and peace during this very difficult
time.
Carole (Doss) Rushing
Green Hill
Jane Feinberg
El Doradoo, AR Thursday, June 11, 2015 I am sorry for your lose. My prayers are with you.James & Mary Lasiter
Wilmar, AR Thursday, June 11, 2015 We are so very sorry to hear of your great loss. Dave was someone that you could be proud to call friend. Please accept our deepest sympathy and know that others will be keeping you in their prayers as you go thought this difficult time.Jill Pippen
Crossett, AR Thursday, June 11, 2015 I'm so sorry for your loss. Your family is in my prayers.