William S. "Bill" Knight, age 68 of Brodhead, died Thursday, March 17, 2016. He was born on November 20, 1947 in Brodhead, the son of Stan and Selma (Laube) Knight. He graduated from Brodhead High School and Milwaukee School of Engineering. He returned to Knight Manufacturing to work in all areas of the company, becoming president in 1985. Bill married Susan F. Wendler on July 24, 1976 in Brodhead. They spent their honeymoon at the EAA convention, and had not missed one until Susan's death in 2009. Bill always had a passion for the restoration and flying of antique airplanes. He also enjoyed restoring and collecting antique cars, just like his father.

He is survived by his partner, Linda Kernen of Brodhead; children: Sarah Knight of Boise, ID and Eric Knight of Brodhead; brothers: Doug (Janice) Knight of Brodhead and Ted Knight of Iowa; several nieces and nephews, and many friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, and wife, Susan.

The family would like to extend their thanks to Agrace Hospice Care and to all his friends for the many prayers and thoughts during his illness.

A memorial service will be held at 12:00 noon on Thursday, March 24, 2016 at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, with Pastor Peder Johanson officiating. Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery. A visitation will be held Thursday from 10:00 am until the time of service, at the church. Everson Funeral Home is assisting the family.