4.7.3.3. Audrey Lois Montgomery (1925-)

Audrey Lois Montgomery (1925 ~ 2022)

4.7.3.3. Third child of Walter J. Montgomery and Maud McMann, Audrey Lois Montgomery, was born October 11, 1925, in Murray Twp., Northumberland Co., Ontario.

She married William Ross Knight, son of Howard Knight and Margaret Grierson, May 14, 1949, in Toronto, Ontario and had six children:

(4.7.3.2.1) David Ross Montgomery (1950 ~ )
(4.7.3.2.2) Leslie Margaret (1955 ~ )
(4.7.3.2.3) Susan Elizabeth (1956 ~ )
(4.7.3.2.4) Howard James (1958 ~ )
(4.7.3.2.5) Kevin Walter (1961 ~ )
(4.7.3.2.6) Allan John (1963 ~ )

Audrey L. Montgomery Knight died July 7, 2022, aged 96 years, and W. Ross Knight died March 17, 2005, aged 83 years in London, Ontario.

----- MARRIAGE -----

Montgomery—Knight

Chalmers United Church was decorated with white snapdragons, May 14, 1949, when Rev. A. J. Eagle, assisted by Rev. C. H. Bentall, united in marriage Audrey Lois Montgomery, daughter of W. J. H. Montgomery, of Wyebridge, and the late Mrs. Montgomery, and William Ross Knight, only son of Mr. and Mrs. H. Knight, of Maple. Mrs. W. Grierson, Toronto, aunt of the groom, presided at the organ and Miss Mary Jones, Midland sang “O Perfect Love” before the ceremony and “Through the Years” during the signing of the register.

Given in marriage by her father, the bride was attired in a gown of white satin fashioned with a sweetheart neckline, long pointed sleeves and a train, which were edged with hand made ruching. A crown of imitation orange blossoms studded with seed-pearls held her full-length embroidered veil and she carried a cascade of pale pink spring flowers centred with deeper pink roses.

Miss Alberta Fagan, cousin of the bride, was bridesmaid, gowned in blue net over taffeta with matching headdress and veil and carrying a cascade of deep pink spring flowers. Joseph Edward Wheatley, of Montreal was groomsman and the ushers were D. K. Shepherd, of Maple, the groom’s brother-in-law, and S. A. Knight, Toronto, cousin of the groom.

A reception followed in the picturesque garden of Maple Villa, Maple, where the groom’s mother received the guests wearing a gown of rose-petal crepe with French lace sleeves and matching hat.

Leaving by motor for their wedding trip to Haliburton, through Algonquin Park to Ottawa, the bride donned a blue and yellow checked suit, yellow blouse and hat with navy veil, and navy accessories. Mr. and Mrs. Knight will reside in Maple.

Out-of-town guests included Mr. and Mrs. J. F. Wheatley, Montreal; Mr. and Mrs. E. Fagan, Mrs. J. Jones, Misses Shirley and Mary Jones, Mr. and Mrs. F. Ironside, Midland; Mrs. Jean and Aileen Montgomery, Mr. and Mrs. M. Grigg, Wyebridge, and Miss Mary Kerr, of Brantford. Midland Free Press, June 1, 1949.

----- OBITUARIES -----

Audrey L. Montgomery Knight

Audrey Knight had a long and varied life. Born in Trenton, Ontario to William and Florence Barron with whom she lived until the Depression, she was adopted at age 3 and raised by Maud and Walter Montgomery of Wyevale, Ontario. Audrey was predeceased by her husband of 56 years, William Ross Knight (1922-2005) and her sisters Vera Blair and Dorothy Simpson. She is survived by all her children, David Ross Montgomery Knight, Leslie Margaret Knight (Corbin Litto), Susan Elizabeth Cossey, Howard James Knight (Evelyn), Kevin Walter Knight (Beth), and Allan John Knight (Sandi); 17 grandchildren, Jessica, Jackie, Bryn (Michael Arsenault), Rhiannon Jones and Drew Cossey (Lisa), Rob Cossey and Mathew, Katie (Darrin Storrey), Bethany (Karl Winder), Michael (Julia) and Maggie Kelly (Matt Kelly), Leah, James, John, and Jamall, Hayatt (DJ Stanley) and Samarr (Zach Shute); and 10 great-grandchildren, Emmeline and Catherine Cossey, Caleb and Liam Storrey, Emma Winder, Theo Kelly, Declan Knight, Cooper and Amelia Stanley, and Sloane Knight-Shute, with 2 more on the way. Eager to see the world, Audrey left the family farm to join the RAF Women's Division as a Leading Aircraftwoman (LAW) and to contribute to WWII efforts in New Brunswick. After the war, she studied and worked as a Mothercraft Nurse in Toronto and attended business college. She married in 1949 moving to Maple, Concord and then London Ontario in 1966 where she settled with her family. Mom took pride and care as a full-time mother and homemaker for almost 20 years. She was happy to see her 6 children grow up healthy and happy into their teens and into adulthood. She launched into the London scene by completing her high school certificate part time; acting in amateur theater (London Little Theater: Harvey, Oliver, etc.); and being a successful real estate agent and travel agent. And it did not stop there. Audrey worked into her 70's as a member of the Canadian Corps of Commissionaire working at the RCMP and London International Airport and into her 80's volunteered as a receptionist for the Victorian Order of Nursing. Audrey came to know Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior in the 1970's. She was a member of First Baptist Church and Wortley Baptist Church. While she was often found in the choir loft singing, her late husband Ross was in the sound booth mixing the sounds. Mom enjoyed travel and with Ross enjoyed many trips and cruises around the world. Thanks to the staff at Kensington Long Term Care who made her comfortable in her final years. Cremation has taken place. A celebration of life will take place on Saturday, August 27 at Knollwood Baptist Church, 800 Cheapside Street, London. Visitation will be at 10 a.m. with the celebration at 11 a.m. Donations in Audrey's name can be made to Shareword Global (formerly The Gideons) or to Victoria of Order Nurses (VON). For donations and online condolences, please visit www.northviewfuneralchapel.com. London Free Press, July 16, 2022.

W. Ross Knight

February 18, 1922 ~ March 17, 2005

Gone to be with his Lord, March 17, 2005, William Ross Knight, in his 84th year. Beloved husband of Audrey for 56 years. Dear brother of Isobel Sheppard of Shanty Bay, Margaret Hollingshead of Woodbridge. Much loved father of David (Joanne Stewart) of Florida; Leslie (Afan Jones) of Yukon; Susan Cossey, London; Howard (Evelyn Stork) Windsor; Kevin (Beth Chinnery) London; Allan (Sandi Harris) London. Papa to 17 grandchildren. Ross served during WWII with the Ferry Command and the R.C.A.F. He spent 25 years with Sparton of Canada in Toronto and London. Was General Manager of London Humane Society - worked for Standard Life Assurance Co. He enjoyed coaching hockey and baseball, especially with 4 sons involved. He was a charter member of Maple Lions Club, a member of Walmer Road Baptist Church, Toronto and Wortley Baptist and First Baptist Churches in London. Visitation will be held on Sunday from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. at the Westview Funeral Chapel, 709 Wonderland Road North (2 blocks north of Oxford). A celebration of life will be conducted at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at First Baptist Church, 568 Richmond Street. Those wishing to make a donation in memory of Ross are asked to consider the Alzheimer Society of London and Middlesex. London Free Press, Mar. 19, 2005.