Joel Allen McKnight

Birth date: Jul 24, 1953 Death date: Jan 30, 2026

Joel McKnight passed away at the age of 72 on the morning of January 30, 2026 at Aultman Hospital due to complications from cancer. He fought a fierce and fast battle. Joel was the son of Donald and Eva (Mancini) McKnight, born Read Obituary

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Karen Mcknight

3w ago

in honor of Joel.

Thanks for all the good times we had over the years at the garage hanging out, working on the race car and living life the way we wanted to my cousin, my brother, my friend.
Randy & Karen McKnight ❤️

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Jenifer Freconna

3w ago

in honor of Joel.

Sending my condolences to Angie, Stephanie, and Joel's family. ❤️

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Pam

3w ago

I was a classmate of Joel from Stanton Junior High School clear through graduation. He was always such a sweet guy and a friend to so many. My deepest condolences to his daughters and their families. Prayers to you all in the coming weeks and months. He was a great guy.

Jeffrey Mcmullen

3w ago

in honor of Joel.

Rest in peace my friend. My condolence's to the family. I remember hanging out down at the garage in the 80's through the 2000's. You and your dad were great people. You always found time to help with any mechanical issue I had with my trucks.
Jeff McMullen

John Lloyd

3w ago

First met Joel and Don at the Freedom Square..Just great guys..So sad to read this...Joel will be missed...💗💗🙏🙏

Nova Nella

3w ago

in honor of Joel.

Richard Baylor

3w ago

I offer my sincere condolences to the family ,Joel was a good man . I knew him in high school in Alliance ,as my dad and I would always stop in the gas station in downtown alliance . Joel and his dad Don were always helping me to keep my little pocket truck, as they called it, working . They taught me how to fix the problem too! I always felt welcome there and appreciated their kindness's. My prayers for you all .
Richard Baylor

Catherine Cathy Smith

3w ago

Calvin and Catherine smith sending our condolences.

Jeff Day

3w ago

You always had compassion for others & you made a difference in this life. God bless you & I hope you’re wrenching with your “Pops” again. Rest in Peace friend 🙏

Janette Bondoni Markle

3w ago

in honor of Joel.

Rest well Joel!!! You've earned it and well deserved. Thank you for all the good times and for being a great friend to my big brother (Jim Bondoni). You have definitely left your mark on this world and you will be greatly missed by all you have touched. Prayers and confort to your family and friends.

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