Charlotte C. Knight's Obituary
Charlotte C. Knight, age 95, passed away on Friday, October 27, 2023, surrounded by the deep love of her daughter. Charlotte was born in Carrick, PA, on October 21, 1928, daughter of the late William and Madeline Recker.
Charlotte grew up in Carrick, graduating from St. Wendelin’s High School. She enjoyed a long career of 23 years with Westinghouse as an executive secretary.
Over the years, she dedicated her time volunteering at South Side Hospital in the therapy department, as well as at Meals on Wheels. In her free time, Charlotte enjoyed staying active whether it was swimming, playing mini golf or cornhole. She loved to spend time with her husband dancing and traveling all over the world.
Charlotte was a caring and dedicated mother, cherishing the moments spent with her daughter. She was an animal lover who found the greatest of joy playing with her pets.
Charlotte was the loving mother to Jill Renee Zeolla (Raupach); sister to Celine Dowling and Eileen Staley; and beloved fur-mom to Ashley, Maddi, and Jayze. She also leaves several nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, Charlotte was predeceased by her husband of 37 years, Robert R. Knight and her son-in-law, Kevin Zeolla.
Relatives and friends are invited to join the family for visitation on Wednesday, November 1, 2023 from 12:00 – 2:00 pm at Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home, 301 Curry Hollow Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15236. A service will be held in the chapel at the funeral home at 2:00 pm. Burial will follow at Jefferson Memorial Park.
To leave online condolences please visit www.jeffersonmemorial.com
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