of Little Rock, AR
October 6, 1924 - January 31, 2016
Hugh Wendell McKnight, Sr. passed away on Sunday, January 31, 2016, at Parkway Village Nursing Home in Little Rock, Arkansas. He was predeceased by his parents, Rosa Esther and Andrew Franklin McKnight, and three sisters, Mada Floyd, Norma Lee Gates, and Pernie Lee McKnight.
He is survived by his wife of 72 years, Arie Anna Williamson McKnight of Benton, Arkansas, four sons and daughters-in-law, Hugh Wendell McKnight II, (Linda) of Greers Ferry Lake, George Franklin McKnight, (Sudy) of Cardinal, Virginia, Ronnie Glynn McKnight, (Jana) of Maumelle, AR, Andrew Carroll McKnight, (Kathi) of Alexander, AR, and one daughter and son-in-law, Betty Rose Sitz, (Karl) of Benton, AR, ten grandchildren, thirteen great grandchildren, and a host of nieces and nephews.
Hugh McKnight was born on October 6, 1924, in Bee Branch, Arkansas. He grew up in Little Rock and graduated from Little Rock High School. He served in the United States Navy from 1943-1945 serving from Guantanamo, Cuba, to Port of Spain, Trinidad.
He worked for Missouri Pacific Railroad for 42 years. He worked as a messenger boy during his early years then worked as a truck driver then was chief clerk. He was dedicated to his job and worked all those years without taking a sick day.
He was a member of Immanuel Baptist church in Little Rock for 75 years where he served as a deacon. He loved his Lord and served him well.
After retirement he and Arie Anna moved to Greers Ferry Lake where he loved to garden and share his produce with family, friends and neighbors. He mowed acres of land in his spare time. He was an avid golfer for years and loved playing with his preacher, W. O. Vaught.
He was a faithful husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He loved spending time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren. He will be missed by many. To God be the glory!
Visitation will be held in the Gathering Place at Immanuel Baptist Church, 501 N. Shackleford Road, Little Rock on Wednesday, February 3, 2016 from 12:00 P.M.-1:00 P.M.. Funeral Services will immediately follow at 1:00 P.M. in the auditorium. Arrangements are made by Roller-Chenal Funeral Home, 13801 Chenal Parkway, Little Rock, Arkansas 72211, (501) 224-8300.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to IBC Missions fund at Immanuel Baptist Church.
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8 Condolence(s)
Wanda Tradewell
Wednesday, February 3, 2016
Ronnie and Jana just wanted you to know you and your family has been in our thoughts and prayers. Wanda Tradewell and Brenda Simmons.
Steve Haynes
Wednesday, February 3, 2016
We are so sorry for your loss. We will keep your family in our prayers for the days ahead.
Lori Phares
Tuesday, February 2, 2016
Prayers for you all as you feel his loss but rejoice at his homecoming. Until again all reunited face to face.
I am not sure be able to come - but will be thinking of you all.
Michael Snipes
Tuesday, February 2, 2016
So saddened to learn of the passing of Hugh, Sr. He was always ready with a gracious smile and greeting. A faithful, stalwart gentleman. He will be missed.
Gwen Thorn
Tuesday, February 2, 2016
So sorry to read in paper of Hugh 's passing. My sympathy to all family. Pray God's comfort for you.
Gwen
Bobby & Gail Dorsey Power
Tuesday, February 2, 2016
I am so sorry to hear of your loss of Big Hugh. He was such a wonderful man.
I am unable to come because of my health.
Isiah and Florcia Thomas
Monday, February 1, 2016
We would like to offer our condolences and we hope you can find comfort in the words of Hosea 13 : 14 which says, "From the power of the Grave I will redeem them; from death I will recover them. Where are your stings, O Death? Where is your destructiveness, O Grave? Compassion will be concealed from my eyes."
Almighty God has tolerate man's last enemy, but when we experience the fulfillment of His promise to remove death there will be no compassion nor tolerance for it. (1 Corinthians 15 : 26 )
Cathy Butler
Monday, February 1, 2016
I am so sorry for your loss. when a loved one falls asleep in death God's own words in the Bible offers comfort (2 Corinthians 1:3,4). May he now sleep until his name is called. John 5:28,29