Obituary

Frank P. McKnight Jr.
Died September 13, 2017


Frank P. McKnight Jr., age 89, passed away Wednesday September 13, 2017, at St. Thomas Hospital in Fairhope, AL.
Frank is the husband of the late Viola Riley McKnight. He leaves behind 3 children Sandra McDaniel and her husband Frank, Emily Wagers and Lannie McKnight; 6 Grandchildren Amanda Dominguez, Joey Ard, J.P. Wagers, Lisa Nilson, Frankie McDaniel, and Gena Ard; 8 great-grandchildren Scotty, Connie, Amy, Joey III, Jayden, Jena, Zac, and Krissy; 7 great-great grandchildren Bela, David, Allie, JR., Jake, Gaven, and Garred; 1 sister Gloria Ragus.
Born and raised in New Orleans, LA and lived most of his life in Chalmette, LA, after Hurricane Katrina he lost his wife and moved in with his daughter Sandra, where he lived out the rest of his life. Frank made peace with the Lord and was Baptized at Bible Baptist Church in Fairhope, Al. He was also an Army Veteran and served in WWII.
Visitation will be held at Poole-Ritchie Funeral Home on Saturday September 23, 2017, from 10:00a.m. until the time of Funeral service at 2:00p.m. The Rev. Richard Ullo will officiate and the interment will be held at Wallace Cemetery with Military Honors provided by the Magic City Post #24 of the American Legion with the Patriot Guard assisting.