Edward Ernest Knights, of Mount Forest and formerly of Brampton, passed away on Friday, February 21st, 2020 in his 83rd year. Beloved husband of the late Hazel (nee Shaw). Loving father of Bob Knights and his wife Marta of Wasaga Beach, and Sandra Carpino and her husband Pat Bedell of Cambridge. Cherished grandfather of Amanda and Kevin, Christopher and Stephanie, Michael and Katrine, and Ryan and Felicia. Great-grandfather of David, Isaac and Kane. Survived by his brothers, sisters, nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his siblings. Ed worked as a mould maker at Accurate Mould for 48 years. Cremation has taken place. A celebration of Ed’s life will be held at the Mount Forest Legion, 140 King Street West, Mount Forest on Saturday, March 28th from 2:00 – 4:00pm. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations to Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family. Arrangements entrusted to the England Funeral Home, Mount Forest.