Joel David Knight
February 2, 1957 – June 3, 2022
On Friday, June 3rd, Joel passed away unexpectedly of cardiac arrest in Pinellas Park, FL at the age of 65.
He is survived by his wife Ralphine Knight, daughter Nichole Carpenter, two grandchildren Margot and Slade, four siblings, Richard D. Knight, Kevin Knight, Amy McRoberts and Nancy Knight.
He was born in Warren, Ohio February 2, 1957, as the middle child of five to Richard C. Knight and Donaerl Knight. His family moved to St. Petersburg, Florida in 1968 where he grew up.
He graduated from Northeast High School in 1976. In 1982 he married his wife, Ralphine, and they just celebrated 40 years of marriage.
Joel worked in carpentry for 46 years. He was a journeyman finish carpenter and metal fabrication welder. He had a finish carpentry business in Largo, FL for 15 years. He had a passion for creating woodart and woodwork for clients, family and friends. His woodworking shop was truly his happy place.
In earlier years he loved fishing, especially for Snook. He also enjoyed hunting, camping and being outdoors.
Please join us in a Celebration of Life on Saturday June 25, 2022, at 2pm at the American Legion Post 14, located at 1540 4th Street N., St. Petersburg, FL 33704.
Due to Joel’s unexpected death, the family is humbly requesting financial assistance with the funeral costs and any needs they may incur during this difficult time. In lieu of flowers we are requesting donations be sent to the family’s Venmo account: @Ralphine-Knight.
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We are deeply sorry for your loss Ralphine. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Wayne & Kathy Hamby
So sorry I won’t be able to attend. My thoughts & prayers are with you during this time. ❤️
Thank you so much!
My dear friend, you have no idea how much you’ll you’ll be missed.
My condolences for my dear friend Ralphine and the family.
I mourn with you and for you Ralphine. Joel’s passing was so sudden and unexpected. I feel the terrible blow it is. I wish I could be with you. I love you always, Emily.
I am truly sorry to hear of the loss of Joel, he will be missed. My condolences to you and family.
Joe was a great guy. We always had great laughs, sad to see him go so early, He will be missed.
So sorry to hear about Joel, he will be missed, much 💕💕
Thanks everyone for your heart felt condolences. Joel had alot of true friends!
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Nicole and the entire family as we mourn the loss of a great man that loved his family deeply. Buddie, Crystal will see you Saturday. Please let us know if you need anything❤️
Buddie, Crystal and I will be there Saturday
Dear Ralphine. May God Bless, comfort you and keep you in His love. Love to you from Carrie and me.