Walter Dale Knighton Kirbyville, Texas Obituary

Walter Dale Knighton

<p>Walter Dale Knighton, 79 of Newton passed away Tuesday January 24, 2023 at Harbor Hospice in Jasper.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>Funeral service will be 2 pm Saturday January 28, 2023 at Adams EE Stringer Funeral Home in Kirbyville with burial at Sand Ridge cemetery in Newton County.&nbsp; &nbsp;Visitation will be 5-8 pm Fuday, January 27.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>Born December 12, 1943 to Edwin Knighton and Josie (Love) he lived most of his life in Newton.&nbsp; &nbsp;He served in the Army and later worked in a shipyard.</p><p><br></p><p>He is survived by wife, Betty Knighton of Bleakwood; children, Clint Knighton of Fawil, Larry Knighton and Dede of Fawil, Connie Henley and Nathan of Bon Wier, Paul Knighton and Tina of Baytown, Tonya Meche of Bleakwood; brother, Clarence Knighton of San Antonio, sisters, Geraldine Lewis of North Carolina, Sherrell Nichols of Old Salem; 9 grandchildren; 17 great grandchildren.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, James Knighton and Roy Gene Knighton; granddaughter, Brandy Brumley; grandson, Tucker Jones.&nbsp;</p>
December 12, 1943 - January 24, 202312/12/194301/24/2023
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Adam EE Stringer Funeral Home
January 26, 2023
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Chi-chai
January 27, 2023
Walter Dale, You are the most hospitable, amiable, warm person I’ve known. You made me feel special, welcomed, comfortable in all situations. Letting me sit between you and Betty on the church pew(I didn’t know you were on a date). Taking my daughter with you on your ho... Continue Reading
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James Knighton and Family
January 26, 2023
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Janis Duvall
January 26, 2023
Walter Dale was always such a kind soul. He was always smiling. God Bless you my friend. ( Janis Knighton Duvall )
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Tonya
January 26, 2023
Daddy had a way of easing the pain and making you laugh. I am going to miss him so much.
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Anonymous
January 26, 2023
With our deepest sympathy. You're in our thoughts and prayers.John and Linda Nardella
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Junioua (J.J.) Arrant
January 26, 2023
Walter Dale was always a joy to be around. His smile and warm manner reflected his walk with the Lord Jesus Christ.

Thankful for the blessing Walter Dale has been to me. Looking forward to seeing him in Heaven.
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