Lilian Wight

WIGHT Lilian Meta (Eason) Feb. 24,1924 – Feb. 24,2021 Lily passed peacefully away on her 97th birthday after a full life filled with love, grace, travel and family. She was predeceased by her husband, friend and confidant of 52 years, N. Ray Wight. Mom was a young teacher when she met our Dad then a school vice-principal. They loved to travel, spend weekends in their trailer, garden, berry pick and attend concerts at the Arts and Cultural Center. Mom was an accomplished pianist having learned to play at an early age from her mother and instilled a love of music in each of us. Mom had a deep abiding and quiet faith in God and prayed daily for her family. Her love, energy and concern will be missed by her children; Marilyn Andrews (Lewis), Keith (Joan), Lorne (Elaine) and Gerry (Ai Lien). Mom and Dad were happiest spending time with family and loved the noise and activity of their grand-children. Grandma’s 10 grandchildren will miss visits and encouraging chats with her; Brad (Nicholle), Mark, Todd (Crystal), Kathryn (John), Julia, Melissa (Matt), Jennifer (Kyle), Ryan (Remi), Natalie and Christine. Her 13 great-grand children were cherished by Lily and she lovingly wrote cards and knit Christmas gifts for each of them: Maren, Teagan, Ethan, Lily, Kate, Luke, James, Lydia, Maeve, Noah, Kody, Alexa and Shay. As a child of Salvation Army Officers she lived in 13 different communities in Newfoundland growing up. Moving so much meant her best friends were her siblings and as each one passed away, part of Mom diminished as well. She was predeceased by her brothers Granville and Ernie and by her sisters Vida Cummings, Faye Hiscock and Evelyn Pritchett. She is survived by her brother Major Lloyd Eason (Ruth). For the past 20 years Mom spent considerable time with her daughter, and best friend Marilyn, at church events, twacking, knitting and chatting. Mom loved life and being active, her life was full and ended surrounded with love and no regrets. The family is very appreciative of the tremendous care and compassion shown our mother during her years at Kenny’s Pond Retirement Residence. A Celebration of Life Service will take place at a future date. In lieu of flowers a donation in the name of her grandson Mark Andrews, can be made to L’Arche Avalon. (https://larcheavalon.ca/) To send a message of condolence please visit www.carnells.com