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He is survived by two sons, Kevin Jr. (Companion Shelby Toye) Knight of Iowa, Kurt (fiancé Christina Floyd) Knight of Roodhouse, four grandchildren, Kaiden Coleman, Kevin Knight III, Meka Knight, Lily Knight, a sister, Kem Wilson of Jacksonville, and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, a son, Keith Knight, and a grandson, Charles D. Knight.
Kevin served in the United States Navy. Kevin's life revolved around his family. He loved spending time with them. He enjoyed golfing, listing to music, watching movies, hunting, and riding motorcycles.
Funeral services will be held 12:00 p.m. Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at Airsman-Hires Funeral Home in Roodhouse with burial to follow in Fernwood Cemetery in Roodhouse. Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. until the time of services Tuesday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the family or St. Jude's Children Hospital. Condolences may be left online at www.airsman-hires.com
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