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Danny Knight Obituary

Stockton, CA

Sept. 30, 1986 - September 20, 2007

Danny Ray Knight passed away on Thursday, September 20, 2007 due to injuries

sustained in a

motorcycle accident on September 1, 2007. He was 20 years old. Born in Stockton, Danny attended Stockton Schools including Franklin High School. His mother, Shari Knight, precedes him in death. He is survived by his fiancé, Ashley Hjelmstad, father, Thomas Knight, of Stockton; sister, Kaila Knight; grandparents, Ron and Jolene Knight, Felix Estrada and Bob and Virginia Riley of Stockton; great-grand-mothers, Winnifred Knight of Idaho and Barbara Crisantos of Wallace; nephew, Julius Knight; aunt Jessica Jackson; uncle Jesse Casillas


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Published by The Record on Sep. 25, 2007.

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Cassey Withers

October 20, 2007

Danny you were a big part of our family, Morgan and Katie looked up to you as a big brother and you were Ashley's love of her life. I know Ashley's life will be forever changed with the loss of you but it also will be forever changed by knowing you and loving you so much. Your calm manor kept her in line, I really feel she will be a better person by just having you in her life, even if it was only for a short time. I just assumed you would be in our family some day and that you would take care of my little princess forever, you tought me a big lesson! Our family trips will never be the same without you, our lives will never be the same without! You will be sadly missed and always in our hearts! Our next family trip is going to be empty without you, as so will be a part of our lives forever. You will always be in alive in our hearts and I know your you will always be watching over my little princess and making sure she's alright. I will always think of you and your big smile!!!

Shel White

October 10, 2007

Your mothers passing took me out out of your life and I really missed out on your & Kaila's upbringing. I know that Ron, Jolene & Auntie took great care of you both & you grew up happy, healthy & beautiful. I will feel the loss of you. Tell your mom I love her.

ASHLEY HJELMSTAD

October 5, 2007

Danny- baby I love you with all my heart and I always will you were my world, what we had was so special to me and i know you felt the same way. I wish we could have got more things done in life together like we wanted to. I still cant imagine my life without you I love you and I know your watching over me I think about it all the time I will miss you for the rest of my life and wonder what it would of been like to grow old with you like we planned. You will be in my thoughts forever I love you!!!
ASHLEY LOVES DANNY FOREVER!!!

SUZIE RAMIREZ

October 3, 2007

HEY I CANT BELIVE UR GONE.. I MEMBER I HAD JUST SEEN U A FEW DAYS BEFORE UR ACCIDENT.. WHILE I WAS ON MY WAY TO PICK UP MY NEPHEW FROM FILMORE.. I THINK U WERE LOADIN UP UR TRUCK..I CANt BELIVE IT I JUST FOUND OUT LAST WEEK BUT I KNOW U ARE IN HEAVEN AN WATCHIN OVER UR FAMILY AND UR GIRLFRIEND WHICH I MET ONCES BOUT 2 YEARS AGO AT DA FAIR.. WELL MY BLESSINGS GO TO UR FAMILY AND FRIENDS U WILL BE MISSED....

Robin Trull

September 28, 2007

TO THE KNIGHT FAMILY & ASHLEY. DANNY WAS ONE OF THE SWEETEST GUYS I EVER MET & HE WAS A GREAT RIDER. EVERYTIME I SEEN & TALKED 2 HIM, HE ALWAYS HAD A BIG CHEESY SMILE ON HIS FACE. THAT SMILE I WILL TRUELY MISS & I WILL NEVER FORGET IT. THE TRACK & LIFE WILL NEVER BE THE SAME WITHOUT HIM. I WISH U ALL THE BEST. R.I.P. DANNY RAY KNIGHT. WE ALL MISS YOU DEARLY

Jeremy & Stephanie

September 28, 2007

To the Knight Family - we are so sorry for your loss and for Danny who was taken too soon from you. Ashley - we want you to know that we are here for you and that we loved Danny too. You are so strong and time will ease some of the pain, but we know he will always have your heart. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you all.

Wendy Makelim

September 27, 2007

To the Knight family, we are so sorry for your loss, our prayer's are with you. He will be greatly missed! Love Wendy, Roy, Frankie,Jordan,Austin,Jadeyn,Carson and little Roy

Shannon Batterton

September 27, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers go out to Danny's family, Danny you will be missed alot by friends and family.

Christie Ogren

September 27, 2007

Danny was a student in my class at Franklin High School.I enjoyed getting to know him. He really was a very special person.
My sympathies are with the Knight family at this time of great loss. May God comfort you and give you peace.

OSHA COLLETT COLLETT

September 26, 2007

DANNY WILL BE MISSED WE ARE ALL SO VERY SORRY FOR YOU LOSE. THE ROYAL FAMILY

OSHA COLLETT

September 26, 2007

I am so sorry for you lose, my heart goes out to all of you. Tommy I am so sorry if i could take some of your pain i would. and uncle ron and jolyn & KK I am so sorry to. And to Ashley I know you dont belive it now, but one day the pain will ease I LOVE YOU ALL, LOVE YOU OSHA COLLETT AND KIDS

Jodi Horton

September 26, 2007

Ashley/Knight Family - Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time. Ashley, stay strong hon....you are in our prayers....
Love Jim,Jodi and Kids

Hope Hjelmstad

September 26, 2007

When Ashley came over to babysit my kids, she would bring Danny and my kids loved him. My oldest Hannah would always tell me all of the things whe wanted him to play with her. Our family will miss him being in the family.
When he came to the first family function with Ashley, I can remember us tring to give him a hard time because he was dating Ashley, he was never shook up from the teasing. He turned out to be the best thing for her and he will be sorely missed by the family. I believe that he is in Heaven with his mom. He is watching over Ashley and he will give her the strength she needs to get through this hard time without him. Ashley: YOU ARE THE STRONGEST PERSON I KNOW! Danny would want you to make something good from this, I know you can do it, keep your head up, and keep Danny in your heart and you will be just fine. We love you!
Auntie Hope, Uncle Jason, Hannah, Taylor, and JT (Hjelmstad)

Jamie Hjelmstad

September 26, 2007

Ashley and the Knight family,Our thoughts and prayers are with you always. Danny will always be remembered and loved by us. Jamie,Estela,Eddie,James,Mikey, Brianna

Sandy Hoskins

September 26, 2007

Ashley, I didn't know Danny. I just
meet him the one time at Tory's barbecue. But I could tell, that he was a fine young man. Sending my deepest Sympathy to you and Danny's
family.
Love, NaNa

savannah Rueda

September 26, 2007

Danny....
Today i found out you passed, and I broke my heart. I was so upset no that one told me. But as I think about it I should be mad at myself. I should have kept in touch. But it sound like you were happy, you were gonna get married. She must be a lucky girl. Ashley I never got a chance to meet you. But danny was a good guy and a good friend, and I know he must have loved you alot. Don't let go of your love for him.
Cherish it forever

Jerry and Glenette Tomasi

September 26, 2007

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Kathy Brueckner

September 26, 2007

Danny I will miss you so much. I had thought of you like you were my own SON. Gayland and I both thought the world of you and you were the best thing that ever happened to Maranda. She like everyone is so heart Broken that your gone. but now your in A better place. So tell we meet again just keep that big SMILE going for everyone in heaven.and we love & miss you lot. you will always hold A please in my heart. love the one you called MOM when ever you Came over to vist.

DEEDEE HJELMSTAD

September 25, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers go out to Danny's family and Ashley in this time of sorrow. Cherish every moment you had with Danny and know that those memories will always have a special place in your heart. Ashley, we know how much you loved Danny sweetie. He will be missed very much. Just remember he is your guardian angel and will always be a part of you. Love,
Joey, DeeDee, Marissa & Jo Jo Hjelmstad

Gayland Wood

September 25, 2007

Danny we will miss you alot and will miss that big smile you always have on your face. your in gods hands now. you will never be forgotten. we will miss you stopping by here from time to time.

RON KNIGHT

September 25, 2007

Danny the whole Knight family loves you and wishes you all the best as you join all your other relatives and friends in HEAVEN
YOUR GRANDPA

Tina (Wheaton) Totty

September 25, 2007

The Knight Family, I am so sorry to hear about Danny, Its been a long time since I've seen you. I still have Danny & Kaila picture up when they were little. Danny with his big smile & Kaila with her pink ruffled dress. My deepest sympathy to all of you-

veronica hjelmstad

September 25, 2007

danny was a good person and we cared for him deeply. we will miss him. ashley you are in our prayers and so is danny and his family. i wish i could change the way that you are feeling and i feel so bad for what has happen, so hang in there sweetie and things will get better. we love you with all of our hearts and we will see you soon. love jeff veronica and girls

ANDREA SERNA

September 25, 2007

ASHLEY,
I WANT YOU TO KNOW HOW MUCH YOU MEAN TO US. WE KNEW HOW HAPPY DANNY MADE YOU FEEL. ALWAYS KNOW YOU ARE LOVED BY ALOT OF PEOPLE INCLUDING US YOUR EXTENDED FAMILY. WE WILL BE HERE FOR ANYTHING THAT YOU NEED. PLEASE KNOW THIS. AND ALWAYS CHERISH THE MEMORIES YOU HAD WITH DANNY AND KNOW HOW BLESSED YOU WERE TO HAVE SOMEONE LOVE YOU SO MUCH. WE LOVE YOU SWEETIE.

LOVE,
RAMIRO, ANDREA, TERRY AND JOSHUA SERNA

Bud & RuthAnn Wahlgren

September 25, 2007

We are so sorry for your loss. Know that Danny is in a better place and knows only happiness & joy now. He is safe & loved in God's home.

Stephanie (Ballard) Estrada

September 25, 2007

Dear Ashley: Me and your mom were very close friends when we were younger and even though it has been years since that time I have been deeply saddend by this loss for you and the rest of your family, I also know that my son Todd cares alot about you so we have been keeping you and Danny in our thoughts and prayers. I am sure you are feeling like life is so unfair right now, I know because I have experienced what you are going through and just know that time does heal all wounds, you have alot of friends and family that love you very much and don't be afraid to lean on them in this difficult time. It sound like the love you and Danny had was very special, just hold onto all those wonderful moments.

Skeeter & Shirley Holland

September 24, 2007

Ron, Jolene & family: May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. We are so sad for your loss may God be with you. Godspeed Danny #7.

Jami Elizarraraz

September 24, 2007

Cousin I will always Love and Miss you.

Kristin Elizarraraz

September 24, 2007

I am sorry I wasn't in Dannys life more. But the memories I do carry like playing in the backyard playhouse bring me joy. You all are in my throughts and prayers. I love you.

Connie Elizarraraz-Davis

September 24, 2007

My heart is heavy with saddness. My prayers are with you Tommy, Kaila and family. His mom will take care of him now. I love you all.

Joanna&David Breakfield

September 24, 2007

To all that loved Danny, Our prayers are with you. May all the funny things and good things Danny did stays with you.

DeeAnne Salazar

September 24, 2007

My heart goes out to you and your Family Tommie. R.I.P Danny, may you sing with the angels and your Mother

Winnifred Knight & Family

September 24, 2007

You are in our thoughts and hearts. Love has no distance. Even though Danny has left us bodily the essence of who he is will always be with us. Danny is just a thought away.We love you guys.

Mary Franks

September 24, 2007

I remember Danny as a young boy playing baseball with my son Christopher. I remember him being very good natured about me calling him "Puddles" as he stood and spit at third base. Having ran into him recently, I see he turned into a wonderful young man. I am so sorry for the loss to the Knight family and I know Danny will be missed. I know he loved his family and the last time I saw him he mentioned to me, and seemed particularly excited, that he was going to become an uncle. My thoughts and prayers are with you all in this difficult time. May God comfort you and help guide you in your grief and sadness.

TERESA RYAN

September 23, 2007

DANNY , I WILL MISS YOU VERY MUCH . YOU , ASHLEY AND MYSELF HAD SOME GREAT TIMES TOGETHER . I LOVE & MISS YOU . TERESA

Loretta Smith

September 23, 2007

Danny , I did not know you very well but I thought you were a very nice young man . Ashley will miss you dearly as will Teresa . Love , Loretta ( Teresa's Grandmother )

September 23, 2007

I'm truly sorry for your loss, may the Angels above hold you all tight through your pain and sorrow.

James Hjelmstad

September 23, 2007

Danny we will all miss you #7. You will always be remembered for the nice guy you were and for how happy you made my sister and my family. We love you and miss you dude.

Michelle Loftis

September 23, 2007

Sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you... Michelle and Joannie Loftis

The Broyles Family

September 23, 2007

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

The Raggio Family

September 23, 2007

Our Deepest Sympathy to the Knight Family. He will truly be missed.
~~God Speed Danny Knight~~

Brianna Hjelmstad

September 23, 2007

Danny,Ashley and I will miss you.everyone will miss you,but now you can see you mother.Go#7!

Marissa Hjelmstad

September 23, 2007

Danny. Ashley will miss you.I will miss you too.Everyone will miss you.We love you. number 7 forever.

JIM & JUDY HJELMSTAD

September 23, 2007

RAY JOLENE AND FAMILY : GOD GRANT US THE SERENITY TO ACCEPT THE THINGS WE CANNOT CHANGE. THE COURAGE TO CHANGE THE THINGS WE CAN. AND THE WISDOM TO KNOW THE DIFFERENCE....WE LOVED DANNY AND WE WILL TRULY MISS HIM. HE WAS A WONDERFUL PERSON TO US AND TO ASHLEY.WE PRAY FOR THE FAMILY AND SEND OUR LOVE TO ALL...

Dan-o Rodriguez

September 23, 2007

I wish to extend my sincere condolences to the Knight family...

Dan-o

Michele Flores

September 23, 2007

I would like to send my deepest sympathy for your loss.

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