More detail on this person: LTC, U.S. Army
Retired and recipent of the Distinguished Service
Cross died on August 28, 2013. Bob lived in
Melbourne, FL. He was a remarkable man, a
leaders leader, a mentor, Master Army Aviator, and
friend. He will always be remembered as T-Bird
Chief of the Soc Trang Thunderbirds, 336th AHC.
Robert "Bob" Knight went to his heavenly home
while being held in the arms of his loving wife,
Dru, and devoted son, Ron, on August 28, 2013.
He is also survived by his other sons, Wally and
Steve; daughter, Gina; granddaughter, Kristy; and
sisters, Barbara Jordan, Shirley Letarte and Betty
Bragdon.
Bob's life was spent in the Army where he was a
fearless leader, a devoted friend, and a combat
decorated hero. He was awarded the Distinguished
Service Cross and three Purple Hearts, he had too
many other awards to list.
His exploits as a helicopter pilot in Vietnam are
legendary. Bob served as National Commander for
the Legion of Valor 2006-2007.
For three years, he was the Florida State Director
of the Goldwing Road Riders Association and led
the Platinum Coast Road Riders as chapter director
for many years. He volunteered as a police officer
for the Melbourne Police and also for the States
Attorney's office, helping first offender youths.
Burial, with full military honors, will be at
Arlington National Cemetery. A celebration of his
life will be held at a later date.
If considering tributes to his memory, he would
appreciate remembering the Wounded Warrior
Project.
Arrangements by Ammen Family Cremation and
Funeral Care, Melbourne, 724-2222. Sign the family
guestbook at www.afcfcare.com
Published in FLORIDA TODAY on September 4,
2013
Burial information: Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, VA
This information was last updated 05/18/2016
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