Elaine (Drury) Knight

Gum Branch – Barbara Elaine Knight, 76, passed away Friday, July 25, 2025, in Jesup.  She was a native of Waynesville and had lived in Gum Branch since 1977.  She retired from the Long County school system, had worked for Debbie Cakes in Rye Patch, and was a homemaker.  Elaine was a member of Gum Branch Baptist Church and was preceded in death by her husband, Glenn Knight, son, Paul M. Knight, and siblings, Mary, Delores, James, John, Perry, Wilmer, and Alfred.

Survivors are several nieces, nephews, and longtime friends.

Visitation will be Saturday, July 2,6 from 6-8 PM at Howard Funeral Home.

Funeral services will be held on Sunday, July 27, at 3 PM at the funeral home with Rev. Thomas Drury and Pastor Joe Manning officiating. 

Family and friends may sign the online register at www.howardfuneralga.com.

Arrangements are under the direction of Howard Funeral Home of Ludowici.

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