PRESQUE ISLE – Richard “Dick” B. Knight, 73, devoted husband and beloved father, passed away Wednesday night, April 27, 2011, after a brief illness. Dick was born Aug. 16, 1937, in Presque Isle, son of Bernard and Christine (Estes) Knight.
Dick graduated from Presque Isle High School in 1956. He attended Aroostook State Teacher’s College, Presque Isle. He devoted most of his life to farming. Dick worked on the family farm with his father and brother for a number of years. He was a member of Presque Isle Elks Lodge 1954.
Dick is survived by his loving wife, Patricia (Desjardin) Knight; and his daughter, Brenda Knight Ward and her special friend, Dan Noble. In addition to his immediate family, he is survived by his brother, Robert Knight and wife, Simone; brother, Gary Knight and wife, Joy, all of Presque Isle; and sister, Marilyn Casey of Portage. Dick has several nieces and nephews that will remember him fondly. Dick was predeceased by his parents; and a very special brother-in-law, Patrick Desjardin. Anyone that knew Dick will remember his gentle demeanor and loving smile. Dick was a man of few words but when he mentioned his wife and daughter his eyes lit up.
In keeping with Dick’s wishes, there will not be any calling hours. A private family funeral will be held at a later date. Arrangements are in the care of Duncan-Graves Funeral Home, Presque Isle. Online condolences may be made at
www.duncan-graves.com.