John David Knight

May 16, 2020

John David Knight, 59, St. Augustine, FL, died unexpectedly on May 16, 2020. David was born August 26, 1960 in Rockledge, Florida. He graduated high school from Dorchester Academy in St. George, SC. He went on to study accounting at Charleston Baptist College and was an accomplished student graduating in 3 years. He tested for the CPA exam in Texas at the age of 24 and passed it on his first try. He worked in the computer industry in Chicago, ILL for 25 years before leaving the harsh winters to move to St. Augustine, Florida. He enjoyed living the life of Coastal Florida. Dave was a very kind, caring, sweet soul. He volunteered at the local food pantry and was very passionate about giving blood to help others. Dave enjoyed sports and politics. He loved his family dearly and will be truly missed. He is preceded in death by his father, Alvin St. Clair Knight, Jr. He is survived by his mother, Marie Roberts, Crowley, TX; sisters, Kathy (Michael) Schirmer, Fort Worth, TX; Julie (Paul) Combs, Granbury, TX; Jennifer Knight, Denver, Colorado; Allyson (John) Hutchins, Greenville, SC; nephews and nieces, Scott David Combs, Katie Combs, Jonathan Schirmer, Matthew Hutchins, Sam Hutchins, and Claire Hutchins; longtime friends, Justin Bryant and Kent Kizer; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. In his memory, family has asked memorials to be directed to a food pantry or blood donation establishment near you. A private graveside service will be scheduled in Fort Worth, TX on a later date.