Billy Ray Knight, age 68, of Dahlonega, GA passed away suddenly on July 29, 2016.

Billy was the son of the late Asbury and Floy Knight.

Billy is survived by his former wife and best friend, Mary Ann Knight, Dahlonega, GA; son and daughter-in-law, Kevin and Tracey Knight, Dahlonega, GA; daughter, Julie Knight Bennett, Dahlonega, GA; brother, Roy Knight, Loganville, GA; sisters; Mary Byrd, Loganville, GA, Nellie Faye Knight Franklin, Margie Turk, Flowery Branch, GA; grandchildren, Josh Marshall, Kristin Bennett, Christian Knight, Joshua Sanders, James Stewart; special friend, Johnny Chambers.  Numerous relatives also survive.

Billy was cremated by his request.

Online condolences may be made at www.banisterfuneralhome.net .

Banister Funeral Home of Dahlonega, GA is in charge of the arrangements.