David Eugene Knight

David Eugene Knight July 14, 1970 - March 14, 2025 Born on July 14, 1970, David was a cherished husband, father, brother, uncle, and friend. He was carried away to his Heavenly home on Friday, March 14, 2025. He is survived by his wife of 31 years, Varlanday “Landy” Knight and four children, Christopher Jacob (Anna) of Petal, Joshua David of Laurel, Michaela Gabrielle of Ellisville, and Benjamin Ryan of Ellisville; one grandchild, Samuel George, and another grandchild on the way in May; one sibling, Rebecca Reynolds (Wade) of Beat Four; father-in-law, Vardie Reynolds of Beat Four; two brothers-in-law, Charles “Welby” Reynolds (Cindy) of Chicora, and William Reynolds (Larhonda) of West Virginia; one niece, Ashley Gatlin (Channing); and seven nephews, Wayne Reynolds (Lynsey), Wesley Reynolds (Monica), Austin Reynolds (Christian), Andrew Reynolds, Brett Reynolds, Dustin Reynolds (Taylor), and Colby Reynolds. He was preceded in death by his parents, David and Doris Knight; and mother-in-law, Susie Reynolds. Pallbearers: Christopher Knight, Joshua Knight, Benjamin Knight, Wade Reynolds, Channing Gatlin, and Dakota Bush. Honorary pallbearers: Austin Reynolds and Andrew Reynolds. David was born in Houston, Texas and graduated from West Jones High School in Laurel. After graduation, he served four years in the United States Army from 1988 to 1992, earning The Army Commendation Medal and The Army Achievement Medal for his service in Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm. He married his wife of 31 years, Landy, in 1993, and resided in the Glade Community. He worked as an employee of Howard Industries for 31 years from 1993 to 2025. He enjoyed fishing, spending time with his family, and cheering on his beloved New Orleans Saints. Funeral services will be held at Memory Chapel Funeral Home in Laurel with a visitation on Monday, March 17th, from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. A memorial service will be held Tuesday, March 18th, at 11:00 am in the chapel with burial to follow at Evergreen Baptist Church in Wayne County. To view and sign the online guestbook, please visit www.memorychapellaurel.com