Marjorie E. Knight

MARJORIE ERNESTINE KNIGHT was born on December 9, 1932, in Baltimore, Maryland to the late William E. Lee and Ethel Dakota Lee. She departed this life on Wednesday, May 25, 2022, with her daughter and son-in-law at her side. She is preceded in death by her husband of forty-seven years, Houston R. Knight; brother, William E. Lee, Jr., and sister Rosella Lee. Marjorie, who was affectionately known as Margie or Marg, received her education in the Baltimore City Public School System. She completed and received a certificate from the Apex Beauty & Barber School in 1964. She took classes at the Walter Center for computer training. During her childhood she grew up living on Dallas St. in East Baltimore where she had many fond memories of her childhood. Marjorie worked at Johns Hopkins Hospital for over twenty years as a Lab Technician. In 1985, she received the prestigious Baker-King Award for her outstanding performance and contributions on her job. This is the highest award given to employees. She retired in 1994. Marjorie was a proud member of the American Legion Post # 285 Auxiliary from April 9, 1990 to Present. The American Legion Auxiliary administers many volunteer programs, they donate many of hours of their time to various communities and to veterans. They raise money through fundraisers to support veteran programs and charities. Before her illness, she worked on numerous committees and she loved creating banners and flyers for the American Legion’s fundraisers. As a young child, Marjorie joined the Mount Sinai Baptist Church under Pastor Edmond Meade. In later years, she joined the New David Baptist Church of Christ, under Pastor Earl Nathan Woodard where she remained a member until her death. She loved the Lord and accepted Jesus Christ as her personal savior. She found strength in the “Word of God” and she loved to sing gospel songs. In later years, she loved reading the bible, spending time discussing the bible with friends and family. Marjorie lived an unselfish life and was always willing to lend a hand to whomever needed it. She valued and cherished the relationships and she loved to travel with family and friends. Marjorie leaves to cherish her memory: one daughter, Valerie and son-in-law, Floyd Gilchrist; grandson, Floyd Gilchrist Jr.; niece, Charlene and her husband James Carrington; nephew, Tony Lee; one surviving aunt, Juanita Dawson who was also like a sister to Marjorie; and extended family and friends.

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Marjorie E. Knight

December 9, 1932 - May 25, 2022