Celebrating the life of
Jane Yawn Knight
May 07, 1942 - March 05, 2026
Jane Yawn Knight, a lifelong resident of Savannah, passed away on Thursday, March 5, 2026. Born in Savannah on May 7, 1942, to the late William R. and Mary Kathleen Yawn, she was preceded in death by her loving husband of 60 years, Lee Benton Knight, Jr.; her sister, Wylene Satchell; and brother, Willie Yawn.
Jane was a 1961 graduate of Herschel V. Jenkins High School. Known for her sharp, intuitive mind for numbers, Jane built a successful professional career in accounting. After developing her skills at Lazard, Lazard, Curlee & Bennett, CPA, she was recruited by Thomas & Hutton Engineering in 1985. Jane devoted 20 years to Thomas & Hutton where she helped manage the office and contributed to the company's growth and success.
Jane was a lifelong fan of the Georgia Bulldogs and the Atlanta Braves. She enjoyed gardening, reading, Black Friday shopping, bridge and boasting about her beloved grandchildren. She was never happier than when she was surrounded by her loving family, visiting the beach, boating on the weekends or testing her luck at the slot machines in a casino.
She is survived by her three devoted daughters: Betsy Hinz (Keith), Amanda Jane Mallard, and Jenny Ayscue (Tollie). She also leaves behind nine grandchildren: Trey Thompson, Jessica Porter (Kevin), Candace Jones (Hunter), Elizabeth Grant (Alfred), Annie Jane Latta (Austin), Ivy Mallard, Kathleen Mallard, Claire Sturtevant (Cason), and Will Ayscue; and nine great-grandchildren: Camden, Adelaide, Wyatt, Alice, Marleigh, Alfie Knight, Selah Jane, AJ, and Alana.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, March 15, 2026, at Fox & Weeks, Hodgson Chapel from 12:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial gifts be made to the Pink Fund, P.O Box 607, Southfield, MI 48037 or online at www.pinkfund.org for breast cancer support in honor of her granddaughter Elizabeth Grant.
We are so sorry to hear of Jane's passing . We are keeping you all in prayer during this time .
- Mark and Katherine Zawada, Chesterfield, Va
A candle has been lit!
I was so very sorry to hear of Jane's passing. Betsy, Amanda and Jenny I am sending you all prayers and love. I loved your mom and she will be missed.
- Philip & Julie-Beasley Deason, Newington, Georgia
To The Family, Please Accept My Heartfelt Condolences. Truly the loss of a precious loved one is most difficult. Please find comfort in the promise our most loving Heavenly Father Jehovah God gives us in Revelation 21:4"And He will wipe out every tear from their eyes and death will be no more; neither will mourning; nor outcry; nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away." Yes, We can look forward to a time soon to come when all suffering including death will be done away with forever. For more encouraging information from the bible. Please visit jw.org
- C. Anderson , Columbia, South Carolina
David and I were so saddened to hear about Jane's passing. Betsy, Amanda and Jenny, we will continue to keep you and your families in our prayers. You had a very special mom! She will be missed by many. Peace and Blessings, Linda (Foster) and David Denhard
- David Denhard, Sr., Savannah, GA
So sorry to hear about your mom. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your sisters.
- Suzanne Schuman, Savannah, Ga
So very sorry to hear of your mom/grandmother's passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
- Lisa Beebe, Savannah, GA
Betsy and Jessica So sorry for you loss You are in my prayers. Debbie and Matt Mastison
- Debbie Mastison, SAVANNAH, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
- Visitation
- 12:00 until 2:00 p.m on Sun, March 15, 2026
- Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
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7200 Hodgson Memorial Drive (map)
Savannah GA 31406 - 912-352-7200