Brenda J. Knight

Brenda J. Knight, 76, of Shelbyville, passed away in her home on Saturday, April 13, 2024 surrounded by her husband Terry along with family and friends.

Brenda was born January 27, 1948 in Leitchfield, Kentucky to Tony & Winnie (Haycraft) Waddell.  Her father died when Brenda was a young child , and she was raised by her mother and her life partner Bob Higgins.

Brenda graduated from Southwestern High School in 1966.  She married Terry Knight in 1966 and this union was blessed with 2 sons, Gregory Knight and Michael Knight.

Brenda was employed at Standard Register for 20 plus years where she met and retained lifelong friends.  She was also employed as a substitute teacher at Shelby County Schools, also working at Trotter's Chase, and the local Century 21 office.  She was also a full time wife, mother, and friend, and a member of CCC for over 40 years.

Brenda's joy in life was her grandchildren, Joshua Knight and Ross Knight.  Her greatest joy in life was her great grandchild Adalynn Knight.  She enjoyed gardening, reading, shopping, and sitting with friends and family by the pool.  Her great escape was time spent in Vevay at the property they shared on Plum Creek.

Brenda is survived by her husband of 57 years Terry J. Knight, son Greg Knight (wife Amy) of Bradenton, Florida, son Mike Knight (wife Deena) of Vevay; grandsons Josh Knight (life partner Destiny), Ross Knight, who is serving in the US Navy; 6 step grandchildren; great granddaughter Adalynn Knight; brother Don Waddell (wife Kim) of Shelbyville; along with additional in laws.  She also leaves behind her beloved dog and companion Lucy.

She was preceded in death by her parents Tony & Winnie Waddell, Bob Higgins, in-laws Robert & Hazel Knight, and sister-in-law Kathy Knight.

Brenda was loved by many friends and family, and will be dearly missed.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

Memorial contributions can be made in Brenda's name to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN.  38105-9959

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