Knight - Alfred Charles
February 8 1935 - March 11 2009
Born in Margate, England; Alfie passed away peacefully in Penticton British Columbia Canada after a long and valiant battle with cancer. He is survived by his sister Kathleen Cox, brother in law Peter Cox and generations of nieces and nephews in England; his son Bryan Huckle (now Knight), daughter Rosie Mychajlow-Knight of the U.K. daughters Carol, Debra, Sharon, Lisa, Shala throughout Canada and many grandchildren and great grandchildren.
He was predeceased by his brother John in England.
Alfie served over in Korea and was posted to Egypt with the Royal Signals. He returned to England and began a life training Dolphins throughout England, Greece, Wales, Italy and Africa sometimes with his girls in tow before coming finally to Penticton, B.C. in the early 70's.
Alfie will be missed for his wonderful sense of humour, strong presence and entertaining singing voice.
A Celebration of Life was held on Saturday March 21st 2009 at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 40 Penticton B.C.
In lieu of flowers Alfie requested that donations be made to the Poppy Fund Branch 40 in support of all the people who served.
Rest in Peace
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