Cleveland Eugene Knight, 82, of Glen Burnie, MD died peacefully Friday, November 27, 2015 at FutureCare Chesapeake in Arnold, MD. Born September 7, 1933 in Patapsco, MD, he was the son of the late George Cleveland and Myrtle Emma (Green) Knight. He was the husband of the late Judith (Winebrenner) Knight, to whom he was married for nearly 50 years.
To many, Cleveland was known as “Tee Bee.” He worked in telecommunications for the National Security Agency at Ft. Meade, MD. He retired after 35 years of government service. He was a veteran of the United States Army, serving during the Korean War. During his younger years, he enjoyed traveling, going to the beach, singing and dancing. Tee Bee was known for his wry sense of humor and his enduring love for his family, especially his granddaughter, Kaylee, whom he encouraged to chase her dreams. She did just that, and is currently employed at Walt Disney World in Orlando, FL.
Surviving are daughter, Michelle Knight of Glen Burnie; step-son, Michael Winebrenner and wife Jackie of Albuquerque, NM; granddaughter, Kaylee Knight of Orlando, FL, whom he helped raise; brother, Kenneth Knight of Taneytown; brother-in-law, George Nelson of Westminster; sisters-in-law, Carolyn Knight of Westminster, Leta Harney of Rio Rancho, NM, and Sharon Major and husband George of Talala, OK; and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by sisters, Edith Knight, Doris Dixon, and Shirley Nelson; and brother, Roger Knight.
A Funeral Service will be held at 12:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 1, 2015 at the Carrollton Church of God, 1901 Carrollton Rd., Finksburg, MD, 21048, with Pastor Dave Meador officiating. Interment will follow in the Carrollton Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the church from 11 a.m. until the time of the service.
Arrangements have been entrusted to MYERS-DURBORAW FUNERAL HOME in Westminster. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Carrollton Church of God at the above address.