Ann Knight/Comley
1942 to 2020
The family will also be setting up a "Just Giving" page in memory of Ann, and details of this page will follow in due course.
The family also want to confirm that due to the current restrictions regarding funerals, they wish Ann to be driven on a route around Hawick before heading towards the Borders Crematorium, which will allow folk to pay their respects from their own front door. This route will be starting at 9am on Monday 11th May from McLagan Drive, up Charles Street, right into Hillend Drive, then down Fraser Avenue, along Kenilworth Avenue past the School, right onto Eildon Road, Burnhead Road, Burnfoot Road, past the Burnfoot Community Hub, heading down into town along the High Street, past the Town Hall to the Sandbed, along Commercial Road, then taking the A7 to Melrose.
Messages of condolence may be left for the family using the link noted below, and you can also login to a live webcast of the service for Ann at the Borders Crematorium, and either contact Ann's family or John Beattie & Sons on 01450 377284 for the necessary login details.
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Condolences
Evelyn wrote
10th May 2020
Fond memories of a very kind considerate and much respected lady in our community.So enjoyed Ann's company during the towns Common Riding Ceremonial weekend 2019
Bridget wrote
8th May 2020
I am so sorry to hear of Ann’s death. I worked for Burnfoot Community Futures when my last name was Paterson. I spent many hours in Ann’s home bringing Committee paperwork and chatting about Burnfoot, life and everything. She was a lovely person and I am proud to have known her. Please accept my condolences xxx
David wrote
7th May 2020
Sincere condolences to the family, Ann you will be sadly missed. It has been a privilege to have known you. Always in our thoughts. R.I.Plove from Sheila
Fiona wrote
6th May 2020
Neil sorry to hear you've lost your Mum.She was a lovely lady and an example to us all.
Karen wrote
6th May 2020
Thinking of all the families at this sad time. Ann will be a huge miss to the community of Burnfoot x
Vivienne wrote
4th May 2020
Viv, Eve, Philippa, Olivia and Kay wish to express their deepest sympathy on the passing of Ann. Thinking of you all at this sad time. X
Robson wrote
4th May 2020
On behalf of all our family we would like to send our sincere condolences to all of Ann’s family.. R.I.P Ann.
Nikita wrote
4th May 2020
If ever there is a time we can't be together nan. I will keep you in my heart and you will stay there forever. Love you always. My guardian angel. Your now at peace and with papa Peter and your mum and my nanny xxx love nikita. Gethyn shiya Oliver xxxx
William wrote
4th May 2020
Thinking of you all at this very sad time we all at Burnfoot community council will miss youyou where a great mentor teaching me the ropes REST IN PEACE ANN
Laura wrote
4th May 2020
Thinking of all the family at this heartbreaking time. Ann/ Nana Knight as I knew her as will be dearly missed 💜 sleep tight angel 😇
ashley wrote
4th May 2020
You are at peace now mum no more pain, you are now with gran. Love always Ashley
Attending a funeral FAQs
What should I wear?
We normally associate wearing black with going to a funeral. But it is increasingly typical for families to express a preferred dress code. Our advice is to look out for information from the family in a notice published either in newspapers, online or in the funeral director window to advise you of their preference.
How long does a service last?
Typically a service in most churches or crematoria lasts around 20-30 minutes. A formal mass may take a little longer and we would expect this to be nearer an hour. Finally, burials can vary in length as they are weather dependent.
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Family and close friends typically reserve the first couple of rows in a service. We recommend sitting nearer the front than the back of a service space in order to support the family and enabling late arrivals to discreetly fill back rows.
Where should I send flowers?
Often a family will express a preference for flowers - or charity donations in lieu of flowers. We recommend you keep an eye on notices posted in newspapers, or online or in the funeral director window so you are able to follow their wishes.
