Doris Brenda KNOWLES

KNOWLES, Doris Brenda - Passed away peacefully at the Brantford General Hospital on Wednesday, October 1, 2008 in her 83rd year. Beloved wife of Harry with whom she would have celebrated their 63rd anniversary on the 20th of October. Loving mother of Brynley (Patti) of Niagara Falls, Darrell of Killaloe, Bonnie (Robert) Edgar of Ayr. Much loved gramma of Marlana, Ryan, Bronwen, Lowell and Keeley, Lindsey, Megan, Natasha, Joel and Amber, and one great-grandson, Dyllan Edgar. Survived by her sister Jean (Norman) Higgins of Cardiff, South Wales, and sister-in-law Edith Austin of Hamilton. Predeceased by her youngest son David (1989). Doris was born in Cardiff, South Wales where she was a member of the Womens Land Army. She immigrated to Canada as a war bride in 1946. Doris & Harry resided in the village of Lynden. For her married life she continued to live in Lynden and was an active member of the Lynden United Church where she was a choir member for over 40 years. She was a life member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 500 Ladies' Auxiliary, a leader of Girl Guides of Canada, and District Secretary of the Women's Institute. Doris had a strong sense of community, she loved gardening, playing bridge and helping people. She will be sadly missed by her husband, her family and her community of friends. The family will receive friends at the THORPE BROTHERS' FUNERAL HOME, 96 West Street, on Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 pm. A Funeral Service to celebrate Doris' life will be held on Monday, October 6, 2008 at Lynden United Church at 2 pm. Interment to follow at Mount Zion Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Doris may be made to the Alzheimer Society of Ontario, the Lynden United Church Memorial Fund or to the charity of your choice. THORPE BROTHERS' 519-759- 2211. www.mem.com 11262922