David E. Knighton, 61, of Platte City, MO formerly of Camden Point, MO passed away, October 17, 2023.

He was born on January 31, 1962 to Charles and Mildred (Tinder) Knighton in North Kansas City, MO. He grew up in Platte City and graduated from Platte City High School in 1980. David then graduated from Northwest Missouri State University.

In 1985 he began working for KCPL/Evergy where he recently retired. In his earlier years he enjoyed hunting with his father and brother and working tobacco with family and friends. Later in life he enjoyed cooking. He loved his children, and they were the most important thing in his life. He was a past stockholder in the Platte County Fair.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

He is survived by his children, Adam Knighton and Hannah Knighton, both of Arvada, CO; his brother, Steve Knighton (Dana), Platte City, MO; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and many friends.

He will be sadly missed by his family and friends.

No services will be held.