James Lee "Jl" Knight Sr.

James Lee "JL" Knight Sr., age 80 of Caryville, Tennessee passed away on June 7, 2024 at his residence. James was born on April 5th, 1944, in Beech Grove, TN to the late Fred Knight, and Mamie Sprankles Knight. He worked at Becromal for many years before retiring to spend more time with his family. James enjoyed studying and teaching the Bible and was a Sunday school superintendent at Beech Grove Baptist Church for many years. He was ordained as a deacon at Beech Grove Baptist Church and later served at Tennessee Hollow where his membership still resides. James was a family man who enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. In his spare time, he also enjoyed the peacefulness of fishing. "JL" was loved dearly and will be missed by all that knew him.

The family would like to extend a special thanks to Michelle and Daniel Byrge who went above and beyond the definition of a neighbor.

Preceded in death by his wife, Brenda Goins Knight

Survivors:

Sons:                           Larry Knight of Oak Ridge

James Lee Knight Jr. and Tabatha of Lake City

Daughter:                    Penny Harmon and Troy of Caryville

Brothers:                     Eddie Knight of Lake City

Bob Knight of Lake City

Sisters :                       Wanda Scarbrough of Lake City

Joan Foust and Terry of Lake City

Grandchildren:            Madison, Mollie, Carson, Christopher, Courtney, and Carter Harmon

Travis, LeAnn, Joshua (Larissa), and Sarah Knight (Drew)

Elizabeth (Jason) Goode

Great Grandchildren:  Grady, Blu, Locklend, and Jaxson Knight

Gavin Goode

And a host of other family and friends.

Visitation: 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Monday, June 17, 2024 at Hatmaker Funeral Home in Lake City.

Funeral Service: 7:00 PM, Monday, June 17, 2024 at Hatmaker Funeral Home in Lake City

Graveside Service: 11:00 AM, Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at Beech Grove Cemetery in Anderson County.