Sylvia McKnight's obituary , Passed away on August 8, 2025 in Clarksdale, Mississippi

Sylvia McKnight

December 5, 1943 - August 8, 2025 (81 years old)

Clarksdale, Mississippi

Sylvia McKnight's obituary , Passed away on August 8, 2025 in Clarksdale, Mississippi

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Meredith-Nowell Funeral Home

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Sylvia McKnight

December 5, 1943 - August 8, 2025 (81 years old)

Clarksdale, Mississippi

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Sylvia McKnight Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Sylvia McKnight (Clarksdale, Mississippi), who passed away on August 8, 2025, at the age of 81, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Sylvia McKnight or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

Though her name may fade from the lips of time, the imprint Sylvia leaves upon the hearts of her loved ones remains eternally vivid — a testament to the depth of her spirit and the richness of her legacy.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Leroy Hall and Maebell Miles Hall; and her siblings, Elton Hall, Charles Hall, Rachel Carpenter and Suzie Hopper.

She is survived by: her husband Jerry McKnight of Little Rock, AR; and her stepson Irwin Burton of West Memphis, AR. She is also survived by two step grandchildren and many nephews & nieces.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Meredith-Nowell Funeral Home



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Aug 11

Visitation

Clarksdale Baptist Church
401 1st St, Clarksdale, MS 38614

Mon

Aug 11

Funeral service

Clarksdale Baptist Church
401 1st St, Clarksdale, MS 38614

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