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William C. "Huk" Knight III

William C. "Huk" Knight III obituary

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William Knight Obituary

William Charles "Huk" Knight, III, 80, of Hanover, passed away on January 31, 2022. He was born in Baltimore, to the late Carvilla and William C. Knight, II. He graduated from Glen Burnie High School in 1959. After high school, Huk worked for the department of labor starting in the shipyard and then went on to work at OSHA as a chief safety officer. He also worked as an inspector on the Liquor Board and The Board of Appeals for Anne Arundel County. Huk was a member of the Masons and Shriners. Huk enjoyed boating, watching football, playing cards, coaching and playing softball, and discussing politics. Huk was predeceased by his devoted wife of 46 years, Nancy Lee Knight, his son-in-law, James "Jim" Stracke Jr., grandson Adam Joseph Moore, and his great-granddaughter, Alexis Groseclose. He is survived by his beloved daughters, Jayne Stracke and Joan (Sean) Frantum, Kelly (Bollino) Moore, his son, Chuck (Barbara) Bollino; his cherished grandchildren, William C. "WC" (Brandy) Bennett Sr., Sean Frantum Jr., Shane Frantum, Amber Frantum, Jim Stracke III, Brittany Stracke, Danielle Stracke, Rachel Stracke, Michael (Katie) Bollino, Matthew (Kathleen) Bollino, Katherine (John) Tortorich, Anna Bollino, Justin (Julie) Moore, Ryan Moore, Alexander Moore; his loving great-grandchildren, William C. Bennett Jr., Avah Groseclose, Luna Grace Frantum-Vela, Katlyn, Jason, James, Henry and Barrett. To offer condolences to the Knight family, please visit www.singletonfuneralhome.com.

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Published by The Capital Gazette on Feb. 9, 2022.

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Janice Hess

February 11, 2022

I'm so sorry to hear of Huk's passing. I remember him fondly as our softball coach for many years. He was always so cheerful and happy to help all of us on his softball team. Sending prayers of comfort to all of his family and especially Jayne.

Barbara A. Killen

February 7, 2022

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.You will always be in my heart Sonny.

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