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Laura Mae Knight
10/24/1936 — 07/02/2012
From Richland, WA, USA | Born in Argyle, Missouri
Laura Mae Knight
Laura went to be with the Lord on 7/2/2012. She was born 10/24/36 in Argyle, MO. Mom grew up in Missouri and then followed her sister to Kennewick, WA. She was employed by Worley Surveying Service when she met dad, C.W. "Joe" Knight. They were married for 45 years. Mom liked to go camping, playing board games and playing pinochle. Her favorite hobby was shopping! If the price wasn't 50% off and then marked down she wouldn't buy it. Her passion was shoes and she had many a pair.
She was a member of Christ the King Catholic Church and loved to volunteer her time. She really enjoyed the sausage fest and working at the rummage sale. Mom was always lending a helping hand. She was always there for anyone who needed that extra care. She did this very quietly and without reservation.
Mom worked in the early years at Kadlec Hospital and when went to work for private physicians Dr. Petersen, Dr. Heap and Dr. Kincad as their bookkeeper/accountant.
Mom is survived by her daughter Paula & Jim Kelly and their two sons Brian and Mikel, her mother in law Doretta Knight. She also has one great granddaughter Jayden. She is also survived by her sister Dolores and brother Frederick. She was preceded in death by her husband CW "Joe", her brothers Clarence, Vincent, Jim, and sisters Helen and Florence "Hootie".
I wish to thank Theresa Long, Joycelyn Toth, and Kate Manolopoulas for the many hours they helped me with mom, truly great friends. Paul Davis for the unconditional friendship of over 50 years. Also, thanks to the wonderful ladies from YLI who donated their time and wonderful meals.
Services will be at Einan's Memories at Sunset Event Center on Monday 7/9 at 2:00 pm with reception to follow. Private graveside services will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers please make donations to the Union Gospel Mission or the Second Harvest Food Bank.
Love you mom, may you rest in peace – give dad a hug for me.
Paula and family: I was thinking of Laura and asked my nephew Alin Luckey if he had talked with her. Two days later he said his brother just e-mailed him Laura’s obiturary! I was just so sad. Laura was such a support to the Luckey family while Mother was in her final stages of life. I treasured her friendship and devotion. Charlene Luckey Roberts and family.
I didn’t meet your Mom until after Joe died, but we became good good friends instantly. We had lots of things in common. Bookkeepers/ billers for doctors; YLI; and reading mysteries. She was very special and I will miss her very much
Laura, you were so much fun to be around! You could make any day seem bright. You will be missed, but never forgotten. Say Hi to Joe for us!
We will miss Laura. She was a gracious lady. We are sad to see her go but know the Lord needed her.
Al and Jan Jacobs
Dear Family of Laura,
A beautiful, kind person with gracious ways–that was Laura. I will miss her. May the family be comforted as she is at peace in the heavenly kingdom with Our Lord and her departed loved ones.
Prayers for all the family,
~Beccy
Laura,
It was a pleasure knowing you. I know you are out of pain and at peace with the Lord and your dear husband. You won’t be forgotten.
Dear Paula and family. We are so sorry for the loss of your mom. Laurie and Joe were the best neighbors in the world! Laurie will be missed by all who knew her.
Love from Janet & Tom Beaulieu
My dearest Lolly, how I loved and worshiped you as a child. I still remember sitting in the front seat between you and Joe on your dates. How kind of you to take me along, a clingy 4 year old niece. I was still afraid of Joe when you married him and I was your flower girl, but you were still kind and allowed me “overnights” at your house, and I grew to love him too. Then along came Paula, and I figured I’d been replaced, but you were still kind and requested that I come and stay for the summers and be her “big sister”. Those were fun times. Many years have passed, but the memories and your kindness will never fade. You and Joe will always hold a special place in my heart. And I’m sure there was great rejoicing when you were reunited. Love you.
My deepest sympathy to the Family. She will live on though the memories of those who knew her and in the Hearts of those who loved her…
Please accept my condolences.
Laura was a wonderful woman. I enjoyed sharing smiles, and fun times working with her over the years. She always had something positive to say had a way of brightening the day. After recently loosing my mom I can say I know what your feeling and hope that you are there for each other as you adjust to your loss.
Paula and Jim,
Your mother was a very strong woman in the way she dealt with her illness. I really admired her fortitude. She was a rich blessing and an eternal inspiration to me. She taught me in the purest sense about life’s passages. May God comfort you in the days ahead with rich memories of a life well-lived by your mother. May the angels have already carried her soul to heaven. God bless you.
Laura – I will miss your phone calls and your birthday cards and all that stuff. But, you are at peace now – no more pain, no more hurt. God’s blessings to Paula and the family. The family is in our prayers during this most difficult time. Love….Mille Nierman
Dear Paula and Family,
Our deepest sympathy at this sad time. Your mother was a wonderful lady and will be missed by all.
Gary & Karen Davis
Paula, Jim and family we are so sorry for your loss. You have a wonderful family and many beautiful memories to enjoy. Laura is with Joe and at peace. Love you all, Bonnie and David
Paula, Jim and family
We are so very sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. She was a wonderful person and will be truly missed. Your dad and her are back to their fun camping trips togther.
Please know that your in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Paula, Jim and family,
We are so very sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. She was a very special lady and will be truely missed.
Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this dificult time.
So very sorry for your loss. May the God of comfort Jehovah continue to furnish your family with peace and hope during this difficult time.
Paula, my condolences for your loss. I’ve been unsuccessfully trying to find your address so I could send you a card that would do a much better job of expressing sympathy than I can… but it looks like I’ll have to post what little I can think to say here. My prayers are with you and your family as you go through this, but it is comforting to know that Laurie’s in a much better place now. She will be sorely missed “down here”.
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