MCKNIGHT, Wendell

Wendell Lee McKnight, 90, of North Hatley Quebec, passed away peacefully on Thursday morning, March 29, 2018 at Grace Village in Huntingville, Quebec.

Wendell was born on the family farm in North Hatley to Chester McKnight and Ida Bean. He is survived by his beloved wife of 61 years Gwendolyn Conner, his cherished daughters Sarah (Chris Burgess) and Eliza (Steve Harmer). He was Bumpy to his grandson Blake and his step-granddaughter Emma (Paul Stephens). Survived by his sister Mavis (late Charles Worsley), brother-in-law Wendall Conner (Myrna McKelvey). Predeceased by his brothers Elwood (Laura Worsley), Douglas (killed in action during WWII) and Alvin (who died of appendicitis at 4 years of age). Also predeceased by his sisters Olive (Albert Downing), Dorothy (Oliver Beland) and Doreen (Reg Thorne). He was a dear Unkie to numerous nieces and nephews and their children – all of whom he enjoyed keeping in touch with.

A graveside service will be held at Reedsville Cemetery in North Hatley on Wednesday, April 4^th at 2 pm. Followed by a time of fellowship at the North Hatley Legion located at 95 rue Jackson Heights.

Given Wendell’s love for all animals - especially cats, donations may be made in his memory to The Pet Connection located at 1730 rue Wellington Sud, Sherbrooke QC, J1M 1K9. Cheques may be made directly to The Pet Connection however, those desiring a tax receipt must make their cheques to The Townshippers’ Foundation and include “Pet Connection” on the memo line. Alternatively, donations may be made to The Montreal Ronald McDonald House where Wendell’s daughter Eliza and son-in-law Steve stayed while their infant son was cared for at the Sainte-Justine hospital. Donations can be made in memoriam by calling: 514-731-2871 (Visa & MasterCard accepted). Cheques can be made out to FONDATION DES AMIS DE L’ENFANCE (MONTREAL) INC., and sent by mail to: The Montreal Ronald McDonald House, Fondation des Amis de l’Enfance (Montreal) inc. 5800 rue Hudson, Montreal QC, H3S 2G5.

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