Ralph Wilbur McKnight

Ralph Wilbur McKnight, 85, of Marietta, passed away Friday, January 10, 2025 at the Arbors in Marietta.

Ralph was born June 13, 1939 in Marietta to Howard and Gladys {Matheney} McKnight.

He graduated from Marietta High School in 1958. 

He married Lois Moore on April 10, 1976. 

Ralph worked for B.F. Goodrich/ RJF for 38 years, retiring in 2004. He was a Civil War buff and enjoyed hunting and fishing in his younger years.

Ralph will be deeply missed by his wife Lois McKnight daughter Jackie (Bruce) Benton; granddaughters Autumn, Abby and Mayah Benton. He is also survived by three daughters Pam, Judy and Shelly; sister Kate Mosser of Florida and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, Ralph was preceded in death by his sisters Doris Duffy, Wilma Noland, Helen Covy, Juantia Bowers and Jo-Ann Murrey.

Per the families wishes, there will be no public services at this time.

Burial will be at East Lawn Memorial Park. Online tributes may be made at www.RobertsFuneralHome.com. Memorial contributions may be made in his memory to your favorite charity.