Roger Wayne Knight, 65, of Palmyra, Virginia passed away peacefully on December 10th, 2017 at his home. Roger was born on July 9th, 1952 to the late Alexander and Audrey Knight. Roger is survived by his loving wife, Cindy; his sons, Robert and his wife, Lindsey, and their children, Haylee, Nicholas, Tristan, and Blake; and Adam and his wife, Dorothy; his daughters Megan Matthews and her husband, Nick, Allison Marshall and her husband, David, and Jordan Knight; his sisters, Susan Ringwood and her late husband, Albert, Ellen Johnson and her husband, Andy, and Rose Snead and her husband, Ellett; and his in-laws, Helen and Fred Newman as well as several nieces and nephews. Roger was a loving father, husband, grandfather and friend.
Roger was a combat medic with the Virginia National Guard. He then spent twenty-two years as a Virginia State Trooper, followed by a 17 year career with Cosner Brothers Body Shop. Roger loved spending time with his family, UVA Athletics, boating and was an avid fisherman. He was also very passionate about his cats, wildlife and nature.
The family will receive visitors at Teague Funeral Home on Friday, December 15th from 5-8pm. A memorial service will be held at Effort Church in Palmyra on Saturday, December 16th at 4pm because the UVA men’s basketball game is at 2pm and he would be watching the game. Jordan’s friends are also welcome to the family’s home on Sunday, December 17th from 1-4pm. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to your local SPCA or the National Pancreatic Cancer Foundation.
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February 13, 2018
Dearest Cindy
I know of your sorrow and loss; but only you can feel the emotions inside. Be patient, it will take some time. At least you have each other and a large extended family to help you along this path. I'll be thinking of you and praying that you get the needed strength to pull through this; Bless You and Jordan at this time. Hugs, Nancy and Dawn
December 22, 2017
Vivienne Spauls
Dear Cindy and Jordan and family,
Keeping you in our hearts and prayers.
With love,
Vivienne (from KCRC - Pediatrics days and beyond)
December 15, 2017
Our hearts are heavy knowing your loss. You all are in our prayers.
December 15, 2017
So sorry for your loss. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
December 15, 2017
Judie Sacra
Wanted to let all the family know that they are in my thoughts and prayers. Roger was my first cousin and I have such good memories of us playing together when we would all be at Grandma Knights. He was always so quiet and shy and grew up to be such a strong and good man. I always said I wouldn't want him to stop me when he was a state trooper because I knew he would give me a ticket even though I was family. I'm sorry we didn't get to see more of each other as we grew into adults. I pray the family will stay strong in their faith and know that Roger is in such a better place and we'll see him again one day.
December 14, 2017
Diane Workman
December 14, 2017
Am so sorry to hear of your loss. To Ellen, Rose, and Susan, I love you girls and grieve with you and the rest of your brother's family..... May the Comforter do His work in each and every heart. (Carol Aldridge)...
December 13, 2017
Debby Waufle
Susan, Ellen and Rose, Dennis and I are saddened to hear of your brother's passing. Praying for you and your extended family in your time of sorrow.
December 13, 2017
Vivian Feggans
Cindy, I send my heartfelt condolences to you, the children, and the entire family during this time of loss.
December 13, 2017
Our hearts goes out to the entire family. He will be greatly missed and always remembered. Maggie Durham and family.
December 13, 2017
I am thinking of all of you, and plan to see you Friday night. I love you guys,
Cindy H. and Jarrell Knight
December 13, 2017
Vertie Wade
Robert, Adam, Megan, and Allison:
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your father. I am thinking of you and family.
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