Robert C. (Bob) Knightstep, 86, of Dunbar died Sunday, February 16, 2014, after a short illness surrounded by his daughters and sons-in-law.
He was preceded in death by his wife Betty and grandson, Kristopher Kenneth Samples.
He was a Navy veteran of WWII. Bob worked in sales most of his life, helping to build and run radio stations and selling lubricants and chemicals to industrial companies. For the last 20 years his expertise was devoted to the establishment and growth of OCCWV in South Charleston with Robbie and Matt.
Bob was a generous and compassionate person and will be missed by all who knew him.
He leaves behind his daughters, Donna (Ken) Samples and Robbie (Matt) Coleman.
A private graveside service will be Thursday, February 20, 2014 at the Samples’ Family Cemetery, Spring Hill, where he will be laid to rest near his beloved wife and grandson.
Bob was a kind and understanding gentleman. He gave me my first job in Broadcasting when I was in
high school when he built the Hurricane radio station. He will sorely be missed. God bless your entire
family.
Don Setliff
Sr. Broadcast Maintenance Engineer (Ret.)
WV Public Broadcasting
600 Capitol Street
Charleston, WV 25301
Donna & Robbie
Your dad’s phone number is the first name on my phone. I had his number so your mom could talk to him when I went to visit my mom (Edith Fisher) at Dunbar Rehab. Your dad was so kind and loving to your mom. I know you girls will miss him greatly. I’m sorry I didn’t keep in touch and didn’t know of your Dad’s illness. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. I would love to see you sometime.
Love Sue McMinn
Robbie, Matt, Donna and Ken,
We were very sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. Knightstep. Deanna still talks about all the good times Robbie and she had growing up on 24th street and your family will always have a special place in her heart. Let us know if there is anything we can do for you.
Steve and Deanna Arnott
To the Knightstep family:
Donna and Ken and Robbie and Matt,
We wish to extend our heartfelt sympathy
in your time of sorrow.
Dear Donna and Robbie,
I’m so sorry for your loss. I still have many fond memories of your family. May it comfort you to know that your friends are lifting you up in prayer.
Warm regards,
David & Teresa Robinson
Our sympathies on your loss. May all of your fond memories of your father carry you through this time.
Steve and Nancy Odekirk
Robbie and Donna
So sorry to learn of your Dad’s death. He was such a joy to know and I enjoyed spending time and talking with him when he would visit your Mom at Dunbar Care & Rehab. I miss all the wonderful people I got to know while taking care of Mother (Edith Fisher). Please know your family is in my prayers.
Norma Kuhl
Robbie and Matt – I’m so sorry for your loss.