CLARKSTOWN, NY — Clarkstown town historian Bob Knight died April 1 at the age of 78. Knight was an author and former Journal News reporter, lohud.com said.
According to the Historical Society of Rockland County Facebook page, Knight authored, co-wrote or edited many news article about Rockland County’s history.
He served as chairman of the Clarkstown Historical Review Board and was an advisor to the Rockland County Historic Preservation Board.
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Knight was also a founding charter member of the Historical Society of Rockland County, which honored him in 2015 for its 50th anniversary.
He was one of three recipients of the society’s Golden Anniversary Award.
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Funerals arrangements have not been announced as of Thursday, lohud.com said.
For more, read the lohud.com article.
Photo caption: Clarkstown Supervisor Alex Gromack congratulates Town Historian Bob Knight for receiving the Golden Anniversary Award as a founding charter member of the Rockland County Historical Society at their annual gala in 2015. Also there to celebrate was Councilwoman Shirley Lasker, Councilwoman Stephanie Hausner and Sheriff Lou Falco. Photo credit: Courtesy Clarkstown Town Supervisor's Office.
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