Lynda Gail Knight Obituary
Lynda Gail Knight, 78, of Paragould, Arkansas passed away on April 21, 2026 at Monette Manor Nursing Home. She was born on August 16, 1947 in Des Arc, Arkansas to Luby and Buvetta (Britt) Pitts. Lynda was of the Baptist Faith and faithfully played softball for her church team for many years. She also served as a song leader at her church and found great joy in singing. Above all, she cherished the time she spent with her family.
Survivors include; one son: David Knight, Jr. of Paragould, Arkansas; one brother: Dennis Pitts (Carlotta) of Nashville, Tennessee; one sister: Peggy Henry (Gary) of Byron, Michigan; five grandchildren: Trey Knight (Danecia) of South Dakota, Mailyn Jeffries (Garrett) of Springfield, Missouri, Nathan Knight of Paragould, Arkansas, Frankie Knight of Paragould, Arkansas, Stephen Bailey (Katie) of Flint, Michigan; three great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; and a host of other family and friends.
In addition to her parents; Lynda was preceded in death by her beloved husband, David Knight. Sr, who passed away exactly one month earlier. They shared a loving marriage since October 30, 1965. Also preceding her in death is one daughter: Tina Knight; and one sister: Janice Faulkner.
A celebration of life to honor them both will be held on Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 11:00 A.M. at the Lake Street Baptist Church in Paragould, Arkansas.
