Sheila Dianne Guthrie McKnight, 71 of Athens, passed away on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at her residence. Mrs. McKnight was born on April 23, 1954, in Athens, to William Buren Guthrie, Sr. and Eunice Vining Guthrie.
Mrs. McKnight is survived by her husband, Pete McKnight; daughter, Kim Elliott (Chad); grandchildren, Elijah and Elizabeth Elliott; Siblings Barbara Hemphill (Tommy), Susan Holt, Daryl Guthrie, and Phyllis Spencer (William); and numerous nieces and nephews.
She is proceeded in death by her parents; and siblings Billy Guthrie, Wayne Guthrie, Carolyn McGlocklin, Janice Gooch, Hollis Guthrie, Laverne Guthrie, and Sharon Usery.
Friends and family are invited to pay the respects at the visitation on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, from 5:00-8:00pm, at Limestone Chapel Funeral Home. The funeral service will be Wednesday, February 25th, at 11am at the funeral home, with Steve Ferguson officiating. Mrs. McKnight will be laid to rest at Reunion cemetery, with Chad Elliott, Elijah Elliott, Joey Usery, Chris Spencer, Chad Spencer, Wesley Guthrie, and Daniel Holt as pallbearers.
Sheila was strong in her Christian faith and was a wonderful example of a godly lady. She loved that she came from a big family and thoroughly enjoyed spending time with them whenever she got a chance. She was selfless in her desire to always put others first, especially her family. Her grandchildren were her pride and joy, and she loved to tell everybody about them. She was a sweet soul who will be missed by her family, and all those who loved her.
