CLARENCE KNIGHT, 90, of Marysville, Michigan and Ocean Grove, was promoted to glory on Sunday, November 27, 2005 after a short illness. Clarence was born on October 21, 1915 at the Salvation Army Hospital in Detroit, Michigan. He was a graduate of Michigan State University where he played football and received his degree in Police Administration. Clarence was married to Catherine (Bonnie) Knight for 57 years. He is survived by his son William, daughter-in-law Janice, and his two granddaughters, Emily and Chelsea, all of Ocean Grove. He had another son, Dr. Richard Knight of New Orleans, who preceded Clarence in death. Clarence was Security Chief for General Motors from 1941-1950. He also served a 4-year tour of duty during World War II as Lieutenant Colonel with the XIII Army Military Intelligence Staff. Clarence became the owner/operator of a Ben Franklin 5 & 10 Cent store in Marine City, MI, where he raised his family. He was then elected to the Board of Trustees for St. Clair Community College in Port Huron, MI. He served on the Board until he resigned to assume a full-time position as Coordinator of Law Enforcement Education at the college. Clarence was a life-long, third generation, member of the Salvation Army. He served as the Corps Sergeant Major and Bandsman. When asked to speak to his faith in God Clarence stated, I love God better every day and try to serve him to the best of my ability. My life has been dedicated to his service in any way possible. Clarence was buried in the family plot in Grand Lawn Cemetery, Detroit, MI. Memorial contributions may be made to the Salvation Army, Asbury Park, NJ. A memorial service will be held during the 10:45 am service on Sunday, December 18 at the Asbury Park Citadel.