Norma Lee Wood Knight

Norma Lee Wood Knight of Faber, VA passed away on February 26, 2025, at Charlottesville Health and Rehabilitation Center in Charlottesville, VA. 

Born January 9, 1934, in Charlottesville she was the daughter of the late James Benjamin Wood and Elizabeth Urban Wood. 

In additional to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Willard Franklin Knight; her son, Stephen Jeffery “Cotton” Knight; her sister, Caroline Tinnell (Jimmy); and her brother James U. Wood (Jimmy).

She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Janet Knight Small and Freddie Small of Faber; sister-in-law, Betty L. Wood of Lovingston, VA and many nieces and nephews.

Norma was a member of Rock Springs Methodist Church, Faber, VA.

She retired from The University of Virginia-ITC after 30 faithful years of service. 

Her family and friends were the center of her world, and she loved them fiercely. Her homemade rolls were the best. They were served at every meal, gathering, bake sale and a gift from her to all. Her Sunday lunches were legendary, a time when family and friends would come together to enjoy her homecooked meals and delicious pies.

Norma enjoyed The Shenandoah Tour bus trips. She cherished these trips with friends, creating memories and the adventures of going to so many wonderful places.

More than anything, Norma was a giver. She had a Heart of Gold. Her generosity knew no bounds, always extending a helping hand to those in need.

A graveside service will be held at 12:00 pm Saturday, March 8, 2025, at Rock Spring United Methodist Church Cemetery with Pastor Jim Starkey and Pastor Glenn Dawson officiating.

The family will receive friends from 11:00-11:50 am in the Church Fellowship Hall.

Janet would like to thank Charlottesville Health and Rehabilitation Center and Employees for their kindness, and for the compassionate care that was given to her mother. She would also like to thank the Hospice of the Piedmont for their assistance during this difficult time.

Let us celebrate her life by embodying the love, generosity, and faith she exemplified every day.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Norma’s memory to Rock Spring United Methodist Church or to the Faber Fire Department, continuing her legacy of giving. 

Arrangements by Wells Sheffield Funeral Chapel, Lovingston VA (434-263-4097).