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William Edward Knight

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William Edward Knight

May 11, 1923 - October 1, 2022

Peacefully at the Golden Plough Lodge on Saturday October 1st, 2022, in his 100th year. Beloved husband of the late June Walker. Loving father of Kim Muir (John) and Mark Knight (Janice). Dear grandfather of Kelly (Adam), Keenan (Jennifer), Kayla and Michael (Kristen) and great grandfather of Ava, Ethan, Riley, McKenna, Jenna-Leigh and Daxton. A graveside service will be held on Saturday October 22nd at Fairview Cemetery, Grafton at 11:30 am., followed by a Celebration of Life at the Colborne Legion from 1-4 pm. If desired donations may be made to the charity of your choice.

MESSAGES OF CONDOLENCE / DONATIONS

Gary & Lynda Toutant - October 22, 2022

Dear Kim, John, Mark, Janice and families. Sincere condolences on the loss of your Dad. He was a wonderful man and will be missed by many. Sorry we could not attend his service in person, but our thoughts are with all of you on this day. ((HUGS)) Lynda and Gary Toutant

Wanda and Wain Linkie - October 21, 2022 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Royal Canadian Legion Br. 187

Milfred HARPER - October 20, 2022

It is always sad whne a memeber of our regiment is promoted to glory however some day soon we will all be marching together soon .From a memeber of the Black Watch rest in peace Commrade/

Sandra Boland - October 16, 2022

So sorry Kim & Family, Bill will be sadly missed at our legion and darts. Always had a smile and pleasant, such a wonderful man. Love to all: Sandy

Paul Thompson - October 12, 2022 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

PrimRose Donkey Sanctuary

John and Melissa Lilje (nee Boreham) - October 9, 2022

We were saddened to hear that Bill had passed away!! Please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers !!! Our sincerest condolences!!

Nancy and Don Gauthier - October 7, 2022

Our condolences to Bill's family. What a trooper! He was one of the best and a true gentleman in every sense of the word. RIP Bill, thank you for your service.

Lisa McCracken - October 6, 2022

My sincerest condolences Mark and Janice

Ron Herkimer & Susan Sakowski - October 5, 2022

Ah Dear Bill. So sad to hear of your passing, condolences to all of the family. You were one of the best!! So glad that we were able to see you and Kim and John this summer and enjoy your favorite, Lasagna, 3 pieces of Italian Bread and 2 glasses of Italian Red Wine!! Have many fond memories of you coming to Mama Mia's and bringing apples for the Italian Ladies in the kitchen. How they loved you, as we did. You will be missed my Dear Friend, but never forgotten. RIP Bill Knight. Love Ron Herkimer & Susan Sakowski

The Gilligan Family - October 5, 2022

Kim, Mark and families our deepest sympathy. What a wonderful gentleman. He had such a zest for life. We will always treasure the great times we had with him over the years. Those we love never leave us, for their beautiful memories are imprinted on our hearts forever. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all ?❤️ Tim, Elizabeth, Marina and Timothy

Barb Smith - October 5, 2022

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this difficult time. From friends and Comrades of Colborne Legion Branch 187.

Brad & Jacqueline Steacy - October 4, 2022

Our deepest condolences Carol, Mark, Janice, Kim, John and family. Bill was a great man and friend. He will be missed by many. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.

Donald Prentice - October 3, 2022

Kim, Mark and families. My heartfelt condolences to you all. Bill was a great man that I enjoyed playing darts with. With a long life he has seen many changes and has met and has been a part of many people's life's. He will be greatly missed by many.

Rick and Cathie Edison - October 3, 2022

We salute you Mr. Knight. It has been a life well lived. Condolences to all of your family

Jackie Innis - October 3, 2022

My sincere sympathy Mark and Janice and family