Danny Dean Knight, 71, of Williams, Indiana passed away on Wednesday, April 8, 2026.  He was born to William Oakley Knight and Vernie (Leonard) Knight on December 16, 1954 in Columbus, Indiana.  Danny married the love of his life, Michelle (Saunders) Knight on October 10, 2002.

Danny proudly served in the United States Army and also worked as an Electronics Technician at Crane.  He loved his guitars, guns, and horses.  Danny often referred to his horses, Bar and Indy, as his first children.

Danny is preceded in death by both of his parents; brothers, Eddie Knight, Ronnie Knight, and Bobby Knight; and sister-in-law, Elaine Knight.

Danny is survived by his loving wife; son, Christopher Glaze (Megan); daughters, Jacklyn Krumwied (Nicholas) and Shannon Longbreak (Jeremy); brothers, Howard Knight and Oakley Knight (Connie); sister-in-law, Mary Knight; grandchildren, Tyler Wiley, Ainsley Krumwied, Wesley Krumwied, Gracelynn Glaze, Avery Glaze, Dawson Glaze, Heather Altepheter, Kylie Fourman, Jamie Longbreak, Elena Cooksey, Jocelyn Reynolds, and Blake Castro; and 10 great-grandchildren.

Cremation has been entrusted to Samaritan Funeral Home.  Online condolences may be made at www.samaritanfunerals.com