Yuma City Councilmember Gary Knight has passed away

YUMA, Ariz. - City of Yuma Councilmember Gary Knight passed away at 11:37 a.m. on Sunday, April 14, in the company of his family while at Banner University Medical Center in Phoenix, Ariz. Given the devastating loss, the City continues to ask that privacy be upheld for the Knight family during this difficult time.

In addition to currently serving his third term on the Yuma City Council, Mr. Knight served his community and represented Yuma in various roles. He served on the Executive Boards of the Yuma Metropolitan Planning Organization and the Greater Yuma Port Authority. Knight was Chairman of the State Transportation Board and worked diligently on multiple critical projects to boost Yuma's roadway infrastructure. He also represented the City on both the Chamber Transportation Committee and the Chamber Legislative Affairs Committee.

On April 10, Mr. Knight experienced a stroke and was transported to Phoenix. He underwent surgery and has since been surrounded by his family.

Mayor of Yuma Douglas Nicholls extended the following statement on behalf of the Yuma City Council: "We are deeply saddened by the loss of Councilmember Knight and extend our most heartfelt condolences to his family. It was an honor to serve alongside Gary Knight, and he will be remembered for his tenacious dedication to improving our community for all Yumans."

Information on services is not yet available.