Obituary of Jackie Knott

KNOTT, Jackie January 25, 1962– January 5, 2025 With great sadness, our family wishes to announce the passing of our much-loved daughter, sister, aunty, mom and friend, Jackie Knott. Jackie was born in Beausejour, Manitoba on January 25, 1962, and moved to Alberta with her parents when she was around 4. Her growing up years were spent in Vegreville where she made many friends. Jackie struggled with mental health and MS and her last few years were spent at Mary Immaculate Health Care Centre in Mundare, Alberta. They were happy years for her. After a very brief illness at the U of A in Edmonton, she entered into eternal rest the morning of January 5, 2025. It was sudden and unexpected. Jackie had a big heart and was much loved by her family and friends. She had a special way with young people, and they all loved her. Jackie adored her son Keeanu and he was a great light in her life. Jackie was predeceased by her dad Morgan and her brother Glen and brother-in-law John. Jackie is survived by her mother Gwen and sisters Kim (Bill) and Corinne (Wes) as well as her beloved son Keeanu. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews. A Celebration of Life for Jackie will be held on Friday, January 17, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. at Autumn Rose Funeral Home, followed by lunch at the Vegreville Legion. Cremation will take place and inurnment to follow at a later date in Riverside Cemetery where she will be laid to rest with her dad and brother.