July 2, 1914 – July 10, 2010
Our precious mother and grandmother, Muriel Knott is in the arms of the angels. Muriel passed away graciously, surrounded by the love of her family. Predeceased by her beloved husband, Sydney Knott; their son, Lewis Knott, and grandson, Graydon Harmon. Muriel is survived by her daughters, Clarice Stewart (Gerry), Sylvia Harmon (Dean), Helene Corke (Garth) and daughter-in-law, Edith Knott; 13 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; one
great-great grandchild; their parents and many dear friends. Muriel’s legacy was indeed her wonderful family. Her life long work as a mother and grandparent will continue to flourish because of her outstanding example of commitment and love for each family member. Born in Sudbury, Ontario, Muriel married her husband Sydney Knott in Victoria. Happily, they resided in Victoria all of their married life. Following her husband’s death, Muriel continued to devote her life to the care of her family, including friends in need. Muriel inspired others by her common sense approach to life and her positive outlook. A beautiful lady in every sense of the definition, Muriel lived her life with great faith, dignity and by the golden rule. Muriel found great peace in her lovely home and garden which was filled with joy and laughter. Tea time with splendid goodies was a daily ritual, often shared with those who dropped by. Children adored her and found security and love in her presence. Muriel was blessed with the gift to see the world through a child’s eyes and experience their simple wonder. They were her greatest joy. Muriel Knott will live on in our hearts and minds through our most special memories. The lessons she taught will continue to guide and direct many lives. It is with honour and respect that we were privileged to call her Mom, Grandma, Great-Grandma, and Peek-Boo. Our precious mother and grandmother will be greatly missed, until we meet again. The family of Muriel Knott wish to express their deepest appreciation to the attentive caregivers who enabled Mrs. Knott to live independently in her own home into her 95th year. We extend our sincere gratitude to Dr. Lee and the compassionate staff of nurses at Delta Hospital and Delta Extended Care Facility in Ladner, BC.
A Funeral Service will be held at MCCALL BROS. FLORAL CHAPEL, Johnson & Vancouver Streets, Victoria, BC on Friday, July 16, 2010 at 1:00 p.m. with The Reverend Bill Cantelon officiating. Private family interment to follow at Royal Oak Burial Park, 4673 Falaise Drive, Saanich, BC. A Celebration Tea honouring Muriel’s life will take place afterwards at the Stewart residence, 911 Claremont Avenue, family and friends welcome. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Muriel Knott’s memory to a charity of your choice. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.mccallbros.com.
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Barbara Cook (nee Swannell)
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Sylvia Leard Dear Clarice, Sylvia and Helene and families. Please accept my sincere sympathy on the loss of your mother. My mother, Laura, valued greatly her friendship with your family as her neighbours on “The Hill” as did my grandmother in her time. Your mother and mine drew strength from each other, I think, as they strove valiantly to stay in their beloved homes. I will always remember your mother, elegantly dressed, waving gaily to us as she came and went from that lovely place. We shall treasure our memories of wonderful days on “The Rise” and the friendship between the Knott, Severs and Clark families.
Sylvia (Clark) Leard and family.
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Barbara Cook (nee Swannell) Dear Helene and family:
I have just learned of “Mom” Knotts passing. I have so many fond memories of the house on the corner of Topaz and The Rise. The pigeons that your Dad trained for Homing, the fabulous Tea Parties your Mom used to treat us kids to. We didn’t have a TV; but you did, and I remember my first encounter with the Charlie Chan detective series; watched in the basement family room. I also remember your Mom’s love, patience and understanding of us, as we children went through the process of becoming young adults. There is a hole in the fabric of time; but it will be mended when all of us are together again. Much love, Barbara
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Nancy Neily Dear Clarice,Sylvia, and Helene and families. I was saddened to read today of your Mother’s passing. I think of happier days when your parents were such kind and caring neighbours, first to my beloved Grandmother and later to my parents, Jack and Laura Clark. They looked out for each other in the way good neighbours do. I’ll never forget the “the wave” as Muriel and Laura were left as the grand dames on the hill, each in their own castles, always happy to catch sight of one another. My Mother took great pride in being able to stay in her own home, and I know your Mother was the same. Our families share these sweet memories. Please accept my sincere condolences on your loss. Nancy (Clark) Neily and family.
I have just learned of Muriel Knotts passing. There are so many childhood memories I have of the house on the corner of Topaz Ave. and The Rise. The pigeons that your Dad raised for Homing and the one that my dog Monty caught and killed that my Dad tied around the dog’s neck for a week. The incredible Tea parties that your Mom gave us kids. You had a TV and our family didn’t. My first introduction to mystery was the Charlie Chan Detective series that we used to watch in your basement family room. I also remember your Mom’s patience, understanding and love as we gawkward kids grew slowly into adolesence and faltering young adulthood. Helene, she will be sorely missed; but in my memory, “Mom” Knott still smiles and gives us loving pats on the head as we pass by. Your friend from long ago, Barbara.