Garreth Edward Knight:  “A true friend and beautiful soul”.
With the peaceful passing of Garreth Knight, the world lost a beautiful, caring soul. He was a loving son, brother, uncle and friend. He is survived by his mother, Diane Knight; and his father, Ed Knight; his sisters, Audrey Carmical and Elizabeth Slape and their children, Dash, Margaret and Luke. He is also survived by his grandparents, Dale and Margaret Sandberg as well as many uncles, aunts, cousins and hundreds of friends.
His greatest joy was sharing good times with his loved ones. He loved art, music, sports and the next big idea. He was a teacher, a coach, a traveler and could recite the entire script of Ferris Bueller’s Day Off and do a mean Hank Hill impersonation. His art began to take off later in life and he loved sharing his work with others.
He was a joyful guy who was loved by many and died far too young.
May you rest in peace, bathed in the love of the thousands that your life touched.
The family will receive friends from 4-6 PM Friday, September 6, 2019 at Beard’s Funeral Chapel, 855 S Happy Hollow Rd, Fayetteville, AR 72701.
Funeral services will be 10 AM Saturday, September 7, 2019 at Genesis Church, 205 M.L.K. Jr Blvd, Fayetteville, AR 72701.
Burial immediately following at Fairview Memorial Gardens Cemetery, 1728 E Mission Blvd, Fayetteville, AR 72703.
Celebration of Garreth’s Life Party will be from 2-4 PM at Smoke and Barrel, 324 W Dickson St, Fayetteville, AR 72701 following the committal service at the cemetery.
Garreth was a soft spoken young man, and always pursueing the next dream.
He was tall, handsome, had a great smile and was an important part of his family and friends..
This is a great loss and he will be deeply missed by soo many.
Our warmest thoughts go out to the whole big Knight family.
Ed, Diane and Family,
My deepest sympathies to you all!
Love Dave Arambel
We are so so sorry ; sending love and peace. Don and Karolyn F
I didn’t know Garreth but I know his wonderful parents and my heart breaks for them. Diane and Ed and your family, my deepest condolences.
So sorry to see this posting. Garrett was such a wonderful young man. We had the pleasure of knowing him as a young boy. He was full of spunk, funny and added a lot of pleasure to our lives.
I’m so sorry for your loss, Diane and Eddie. And , of course Audrey and Elizabeth.
Gareth was a special, special friend and neighbor. Always helping others in need. We will certainly miss him. My heart is broken for Ed and Diane and my prayers are continuing for you and your family.
My heart goes out to the Knight family. Please know the Fayetteville community supports and loves you all during this time of incomprehensible loss.
Prayers to family he was so amazing so sweet and always so kind. Love to family. 🙏🙏🙏
Garreth was a wonderful guy gone way too soon. He will always live in our hearts and memories.
I am so sorry Audrey! He is far too young. My heart is with you and your family.
I’m Free
Don’t grieve for me, for now, I am free.
I’m following the path God laid for me.
I took God’s hand when I heard the call;
I turned my back and left it all.
I could not stay another day
To laugh, to love, to work or play.
Tasks left undone must stay that way,
I found that place at the close of day.
If my parting has left a void,
then fill it with remembered joy.
A friendship shared. a laugh, a kiss.
Ah yes, these things, I too, will miss.
Be not burdened with times of sorrow
I wish you the sunshine of tomorrow.
My life’s been full, I savoured much,
Good friends, good times, a loved one’s touch.
Perhaps my time seemed all too brief;
don’t lengthen it now with undue grief.
Lift up your heart and share with me-
God wanted me now, God set me free.
We are enormously saddened to hear of the passing of Garreth- such wonderful memories of him as one of my young students as well as friend our son- he was always the very sweetest, happiest young person- our prayers for your family as you grieve for the loss of such a loved young man
Diane and Ed
Words fail me now. My heart breaks for you and your family.
I would like to send my warmest thoughts and prayers to the Knight family for the loss of Garreth. May he rest in eternal peace. Jesus I pray for healing and strength for this family at this difficult time. (Audrey’s Legal Assistant)
Rest In Peace
All my love to family and friends. Living life to the fullest and sharing life’s moments with everyone.
Rest In Peace
All my love to family and friends. Living life to the fullest and sharing life’s moments with everyone. I remember his big smile and winning personality.
My heart breaks for you Ed , Diane and family. I’m so sorry to hear this. Blessings to your family.
I only met Garreth a few times but I was always struck by his eager interest in many things musical. I’m so sorry for your loss! I love you and Ed and the part of your huge family that I’ve met!
My deepest sympathy to Diane and Ed. Nobody should have to bury a child. God grant you peace.
For more than half my life the Knight family has given me a role model for happy, creative relationships, and more joy than they can ever know. As we move through life, we experience one devastating loss after another, and must console ourselves that we do not see the entirety of existence, the ultimate process by which we are all together, all the time, forever. shantih…
Our prayers and condolences. we share your grief and may the Lord give you strength.
My heart goes out to family and friends at such a great loss.
Our hearts go out to you in this great loss. We are so so sorry for your loss of your fine son. You will be in our thoughts and prayers knowing how terrible it is to say good bye to a child, brother, uncle, grandson and friend.
Nancy and Rob Lewis
Sending you all buckets of love.
Our hearts ache for your family in this difficult loss of your Garreth. We pray for comfort, love, and peace during this time and in the days to come.
Adrian and Mary Henderson
Diane and Ed, we are so sorry for the loss of your beloved Garreth. We never expect to lose a child. Our hearts go out to you and your family as you learn to go on with life without him. We will be praying for all of you.
Steve and Sandy Johnson and our family.
Liz and family,
May you be wrapped with the Lord’s arms in this difficult time. Thinking of you and praying for your comfort. May wonderful memories be bestowed upon you.
I’m so sorry! We loved Gareth! I remember lots of times when they were kids We had him at our house and it was always a joy. We’re thinking about the whole family
I remember fondly the young boy who played with my kids in the neighborhood. Always pleasant, and sometimes mischievous. May God grant you all peace and serenity during this tragic time.
Garreth and I shared many wonderful times together, working and having great fun.
Playing piano, laughing, and sharing so many many good times. Garreth helped me pick my first fantasy football team, and I won!
A sweet happy man we will always remember with a tear and a smile.
My sincere condolences to Diane, Ed, Liz, Audrey, Luke, and everyone Garreth touched. We didn’t call him G, for Garreth, but G, for Great.
Sending my deepest sympathy to your family at this time. May his love always be with you in your hearts.
Ed & Diane,
It is with a heavy heart that I heard of this tragedy.. Love and support to all your family..Huggs
Kathie Gordon, Mike & Kelly
So sorry for your loss dear Knight family….sending love, hugs and prayers.
We are so very sorry to hear of the loss of your dear son. Praying for a special comfort for you, Diane, Ed, and your family.
My heart aches for you all. Please accept my deepest condolences. Take care.
Ed, Diane and family,
So very sorry.
Love and hugs,
Kathy Kandur
I knew Garreth from our time teaching in South Korea. We bonded over music and shared an absurd sense of humour. I utterly adored him but we lost touch over the years. When I heard he had gone in 2019 I was devastated, he is such a joyful and beautiful person. It’s 2024 now and I had a dream about him yesterday. He walked towards me with a sort of half smile and I said “where have you been?!”. He said “I don’t know” and we hugged and hugged. We sat down and he leaned into me and I stroked his head. It was so good to see him.
With care from New Zealand
Candice