Diane E.

Knight

Diane Elizabeth Taylor Knight, 61, of Thomasville, passed away on Saturday - November 8, 2025 at Archbold Medical Center. A Memorial Service will be held at Gatlin Creek Baptist Church on Friday - November 14th, at 11:00 am with Pastor Lyle Witcher officiating.

Diane was born on January 18, 1964, in Thomasville, Georgia, to Chester Franklin Taylor and Betty Jean Taylor. She was a lifelong resident of Thomasville and a devoted member of Gatlin Creek Baptist Church. She earned an Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education. Diane worked for many years at Hand & Hand Primary School, Coates America, and Suzie Q's Convenience Store, where she was known for her kindness, hard work, and warm smile.

She is survived by; her daughters Jessica McMKibben (Josh) of Tallahassee, FL, Melissa Knight of Ackworth, GA, and Autumn Adams (Wesley) of Thomasville, GA; son Cory Knight (Shaina) of Calhoun, GA; and stepson Angelique Noire of Thomasville, GA.

Diane was a proud grandmother to Alex Connell, Harley Marsh, Marley Bass, Draven Bass, Morgan Chastain, Hazel Adams and Bennett Knight. She is also survived by her twin sister Denise Busby and sister Debbie Hill, as well as many nieces and nephews, Reed Taylor, Drew Taylor, Eli Taylor, Zoe Taylor, Eugene Busby, and Joseph Busby.

She was preceded in death by her husband, George Doug West, her parents, Chester & Betty Taylor, and brother, Kenneth Taylor.

Diane will be remembered for her generous heart and deep love for her family.