Paula M. McKnight, 75, of Fremont, OH passed away on Thursday, November 3, 2022 at Valley View Health Campus. She was born on March 26, 1947 in Saratoga Springs, NY to Arthur and Beulah (Geckle) Dewey. Paula married Dwain T. McKnight on April 27, 1984 in Clyde, OH and he preceded her in death on January 23, 2015. She was the logistics traffic coordinator at H.J. Heinz Co from 1983 to 2006 when she retired. Paula loved nature and flowers. She also loved animals, especially birds, cats and dogs Paula enjoyed gardening, crafting, NASCAR and riding motorcycles.
Paula is survived by her son, John (Rose) McKnight, Fremont, OH; stepdaughters, Kim (Eric) Shively of Colorado; Tonya Alt, Springfield, OH; grandson, Corey McKnight; sister-in-law, Lena Dewey of Florida and niece, Brigitte Bachner of New York.
She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Dwain T. McKnight; siblings, Barb Himmel and John Dewey; nephew, Jeffrey Himmel.
The family would like to give a special thanks to the staff at Valley View, Stein Hospice and Dr. Mary Wonderly for their loving care to Paula.
Burial will take place at McGormley Cemetery at a later date.
Memorials can be made in Paula’s honor to Stein Hospice.
Arrangements are entrusted to Wonderly Horvath Hanes Funeral Home and Crematory, Fremont, OH.
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Cousin b
John, Rose and Corey my heart is with you! May the angels look down upon you and smile. May the rains wash away your sorrow and your tears. When the time is right may there be a beautiful sign (a hummingbird, a faun, a cardinal) to let you know she has made it to heaven and smiles as she is reunited with her loved ones.
Maresa Ann Craig
I am Paula’s cousin. My sister and I spent summers with her and Her sister Barbara. One week st our home and one week at theirs , I would talk to her on phone a lot over the past ten years or so. But never saw them after coming to Rochester Ny. I will miss our holiday calls. My prayers are for you and your family and friends of hers during this time of sadness. Love To you.
Maresa
Melissa Bernard
Paula how much I loved you as we worked together and grew together. I could always see how much you loved your son John and Dwain that big lover and such a sweet person. Praying for your family and loved ones at this time. May they receive peace and comfort at this time of sorrow. I am so glad we were able to meet and spend time together and how much you Loved your flowers. Love Melissa Bernard