Lawrence Albert Wight passed away peacefully and went home into the loving arms of his Lord and Saviour, Jesus, on Monday, June 2, 2025, in his 94th year. Predeceased by his beloved wife Grace Marilyn (2020), Lawrence shared a beautiful life of love and faith with his family.
Loving father of Cathy McIntosh (Norm), Nancy Lockhart (Steve), Gary Wight (Cheryl), Becky MacKinlay (Tom), and the late Karen Bell (1992), (Jeff, Charity). His legacy continues through his grandchildren Holly, Scott (Zsofia), Hilary, Richard (Taija), Heather, Christie (Steve), Craig (Karen), Hannah (Allan), Laura (Chad), Duncan (Jennifer), and Bethany, and great-grandchildren Joe, Cameron, Scarlett, Genevieve, Zander, Makenna, Barrett, Calder, Kylar, Sierra, Brayden, Ember, Hayden, Finn, Ana, Klara, Emma, and William. Predeceased by great-grandson Matthew (2020).
Survived by his brother Wilfrid Wight (Connie), and predeceased by siblings Mildred (Arnold), Marjorie (Lorne), and Ron (Dorothy). Lawrence was known for his love of family gatherings, church groups, community events, and his storytelling—especially the tale of the boy who went over Niagara Falls.
Cremation has taken place. A private interment of ashes will be held at Arkona Cemetery. A Celebration of Life will be held at Temple Baptist Church, 1410 Quinn Drive, Sarnia, on Monday, June 16, 2025. Visitation begins at 1:00 p.m. followed by service at 2:00 p.m.
A heartfelt thank you to his neighbours for their ongoing care and kindness. Arrangements entrusted to Smith Funeral Home, 1576 London Line, Sarnia.
