Thomas Paine Knecht, 65, passes away Jan. 25th at Baptist Health in Lexington. Thomas was a native of Oneida, NY, a son of the late Louis F. and Helen Smith Knecht, and was a graduate of Lafayette High School. He formerly worked in the security industry. Thomas enjoyed music, and collecting music memorabilia. He donated some of his collection to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland, OH. He had a lifetime subscription to Rolling Stone Magazine. He enjoyed watching Jeopardy. He was a loving son, and assumed the role of caretaker for his mother in her later years. Survivors include his brothers Phil (and wife Jude), of Lexington, and Louis Jr. (and wife Carol) of Jericho, NY; his sister Peggy Sue Minton; his nieces and nephews, and cousins. Services will be held at 1:00 pm, Wednesday, at Lewis-Abner Home for Funerals with Bro. Scott Rogers officiating. Burial will follow in the Fielder Cemetery. Friends may call anytime after 11:00 am until service time.