James "Jim" Veryl Knight

He is survived by his loving wife, Victoria Knight, and beloved son Colin Knight, both of Pensacola, Florida; brother and sister-in-law Bill and Brenda Knight of Collierville, Tennessee; nieces: Angie Clouse of Knoxville, Tennessee; Tracie Knight of Water Valley, Mississippi; Megan Knight of Dothan, Alabama; and, Kristin Knight of Collierville, Tennessee.

Jim was a 1973 graduate of Seymour High School. In his career, he worked for the University of Tennessee, Chrysler Financial Services, Greentree Financial, and various Security companies.

Jim loved being outside and was happiest working in his yard. He was a University of Tennessee Volunteers fan and loved drag racing in his younger years.

A private family interment will be held Bayview Memorial Park.

The family wishes to thank the caring staff of Consulate Health Care and Covenant Care Hospice.

"I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Henceforth there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, will award to me on that Day, and not only to me but also to all who have loved his appearing."