Mira Beth McKnight
December 24, 2015
Mira Beth McKnight, the daughter of Mitch and Michelle McKnight flew away on angel’s wings the morning of Thursday, December 24, 2015. She was born on July 9, 2009 in Newton, Iowa. Mira was a brave 6 year old girl who had fought a courageous battle against cancer. She touched many lives and everyone who met her soon grew to love her. We will always remember her infectious smile, her crazy blonde hair and big blue eyes, and most of all her loving and caring personality. Mira was a shy girl, yet so full of sass!
In addition to her mommy and daddy, she is survived by her big sister, Mikayla, her loving grandparents and extended family and friends.
Family will greet friends from 4 to 6 p.m., Tuesday, December 29, 2015 at Hamilton’s Altoona Funeral Home, 105 4th Street SW. Funeral services will be held at 12 p.m., December 30th at Cornerstone Bible Fellowship in Newton with burial to follow at Restland Cemetery in Baxter.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be directed to the Children’s Cancer Connection or Make-A-Wish Foundation of Iowa in Mira’s name.
Online condolences may be expressed at: www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
David Moeller
01/18/2016
Dear Mitch and Michelle. I was so sorry to learn this past weekend that Mira has passed along. I had been tracking her progress off and on since we met you in Ames (or was it Iowa City) during the football game that weekend last fall. I still think that we were meant to meet that day and hope we were able to help alleviate a little bit of pain on Mitch's birthday Steve and I have kept up with her amazing fight and your super amazing attitude and faith. I am confident Mira is in a much better place and serving a much greater good! Blessings to both of you along with big sister Mikayla.
Jill Miller (Colfax Library)
12/30/2015
Mitch, Michelle and Mikayla. I am so very sorry about your loss of Mira. She was an amazing little girl. I knew she was special the first time she came into the library. This has been an incredibly difficult time. I am glad you have lots of support in Baxter.
rod,glee oliver
12/30/2015
our hearts and prayers are with you. love rod and glee
Frances Bath
12/30/2015
Mitch, Michelle & Mikayla, Words cannot express the deep sorrow I have felt upon hearing of sweet Mira's diagnosis and passing, reading and watching your life from afar. May God be with you throughout today and for ever.
Jason and Caleb Cover
12/29/2015
Our hearts, thoughts and prayers are with all of you and your family. May God bless you and comfort you.
Angie, Mark, Avery, and Mason Whaley
12/29/2015
There are no words to make things easier...Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this hard time. May you find peace knowing that she is in the hands of God.
Sue and Steve Basler
12/29/2015
I know you don't want to let her go, yet She is at peace. I really pray the the love and support that you are shown the next few days will help in Greiving her loss. The numbness and shock that you feel right now will help you move through the difficulty of the next two days.
Mira, is forever in your thoughts, words and hearts. Your life will move ahead and her life will continue in your actions and memories of your dear sweet girl.
Linda C.
12/28/2015
I did not know Mira personally but work with her Aunt Tana, and heard some of the amazing stories of her courage. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time.
Gary and Jane Wyeno
12/28/2015
Mitch, Michelle, Mikayla and Families
Our heart felt thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Your love and devotion you gave to Mira is a glorious example of how we all should be. May God bring you peace and comfort during this difficult time . Prayers and Blessings
Daryl and Connie Selders
12/27/2015
Our hearts are heavy for you but knowing she is in Jesus loving arms is so what we all long for . God bless you .
Shawna Morgan
12/27/2015
I know of Mira from my daughter Hannah Johnson, Mikayla's friend. Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Dr. Brandon McNew
12/27/2015
It was such an honor and privilege to provide medical care for Mira. My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time.
Janet
12/27/2015
She was such a lovely little girl. Will always remember her from her favorite color, purple. What an angel she is!
Shirley Romero
12/27/2015
Michell, Michelle & Mikayla may you have peace & comfort by drawing close to Jehovah God & Jesus in your time of grief. God's Bible promises you can see beautiful Mira resurrected. Our deepest sympathy & prayers to you & all Mira's loved ones.
Trena Mckenzie
12/27/2015
I'm so sorry for the lost of Lil Mira she will always have a part inside of my heart. Lil Mira was a doll. Beautiful Beautiful Angel she is. I will keep y'all in my prayers. God Bless you all during this time and threw the journey of healing..