Nancy Jean Yates Knight

Nancy Jean Yates Knight was born June 21, 1934 and died December 22, 2025. She was preceded in death by her father, Herbert Yates; mother, Vernell Yates; brother, Jerry Yates; and her husband of 48 years, The Reverend William E. Knight. She is survived by her daughter, Andrea Knight Williams; Grandson, Rayce Williams (Amanda); and Granddaughter, Kelsey Williams Carvajal (Rene). She has four great grandchildren, Rory, Vera, Caroline and James.

Nancy was a long time volunteer at Retreat Hospital and Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens. She was a life long United Methodist, but received her early spiritual training at Camp Alkulana, a Baptist camp for inner city children. In lieu of flowers, contributions to Camp Alkulana would be appreciated. Camp Alkulana 2828 Emerywood Pkwy, Richmond, VA 23294.

A private service will be held at a later date.

"May the breeze that lifts me heavenward be filled with the Earth's salt air"