Ruby Knight

Ruby Thaggard Knight passed away at her home on March 19, 2026.  Born on August 26,1932 in Dublin, Georgia, Ruby was the daughter of Neal S. Thaggard and Mettie Holliday Thaggard. She met M.L. Knight of Rentz when she was employed by McDaniel’s Pharmacy in Dublin. They married on August 28,1960 and had three children—Tina Kukanza, Steve (Sherri) Knight, and Paul (Vicki) Knight.

Ruby was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother and a faithful member of Rentz Baptist Church, where she was in the choir and served in many roles through the years.  She constantly invited people to church and strove to greet every visitor who entered the doors.  Her Bible is a record of every sermon, date, and preacher; and she seldom missed a service until her health declined.

Besides her husband and children, she is survived by her grandchildren, Sloane Kukanza, Shannon (Brandon) Brantley, R.P. Knight, Blair (Bailey) Howard, Shae (Evan) Grimes, and Peyton Knight.  Her granddaughter, Sydney Knight predeceased her.  Ruby is also survived by four great grandchildren, Saylor Kate Brantley, Brynson Brantley, Nova Grimes, and Sara Cathryn Howard, along with several nieces and nephews.

Ruby’s twin sister, Ruth (Urban “Hot”) Browning predeceased her along with their other siblings—Ella Frances Thaggard, Neal Alex (Mae) Thaggard, Arthur (Betty) Thaggard, and Theora (George) Mallory.

The family extends special thanks to Bernadette Meeks for her faithful caregiving.

Townsend Brothers Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.  The funeral service will held Sunday, March 22 at 3:00PM at Rentz Baptist Church.  Visitation will take place at 2:00PM.  Burial will follow at Rentz City Cemetery.  Rev. Grady H. Mimbs and Rev. Tom Vann will officiate. 

Pallbearers will be R. P. Knight, Peyton Knight, Brandon Brantley, Evan Grimes, Bailey Howard, and Dean Thaggard.

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