LILLIAN KATHLEEN WOOD

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LILLIAN KATHLEEN WOOD (Leading Spotted Thunderbird Woman) June 26, 1949 - February 21, 2004 We bravely announce the peaceful passing of our wife, mother, Kookoo, godmother, sister, daughter, aunt, friend and teacher. Lillian was predeceased by her parents, Edwin and Mary Edwards; her father-in-law Cornelius Wood; her brother-in-law John Joseph Wood; her grandparents Charles and Nancy Maytwayashing, John and Pauline Edwards and Delia Edwards; her brothers, Randy "Charlie" Edwards and Dennis Edwards; her aunts, Breena Spence, Christina Monkman, Ida Monkman, Rose Mousseau, Leona Edwards, Florence Swan and Margaret Hallson; her uncles, George Missiabit, Norman Maytwayashing, Barney Swan and Siggi Hallson. Lillian is survived by her devoted and loving husband of 31 years, Charles; her children, Stephanie, Judy (Jason), Pauline (Steven), Charles Jr. (Ramona), Edwin (Brenda) her grandchildren, Brittany, Brent, John Joseph, Michael, Dustyn, Morgan, Jarri, Marlon, Sierra, Jade, Corbin and Kaydence; her mother-in-law Veronique Wood; her siblings, Eddy (Valerie), Freda (Joe), Marlene (Arthur), Peggy (Ron), Susan (John), Lynda (Franklin), Stephen (Cheryl), Emma, Richard and Kim (Ron) and special "sisters", Colleen and Joanne "Sirhan"; brothers and sisters-in-law on her husbands side, Eugene (Helen), Gerald (Rose), William (Sarah), Eleanor (John), Gilbert (Stella), Cecilia (Chris), Rita (Tommy), Murray (Maureen), Angus (Ida), Maria (Mike), Riley and Lucy; aunts and uncles, Maggie and Jimmy Dunn, Joe Edwards, Lawrence Mousseau, Abraham Monkman, John Baptiste and Ernest Maytwayashing. Lillian also leaves to cherish her memory many many cousins, cousins-in-law, nieces, nephews and godchildren on both sides of her family (who are too numerous to mention) and the young people who knew her as "Kookim" or "Teacher", all of whom she loved very dearly. Lillian was part of a large extended family from St. Theresa Point and Wassagamack and also the communities of the Interlake Region as well. She spent 26 years in St. Theresa Point and built long-lasting, loving relationships with people young and old. Lillian grew up in Lake Manitoba reserve. She was the oldest of 12 children. She attended Assiniboia Residential School. She pursued a career in Nursing and worked in the health field for a few years. She attended Brandon University where she obtained her four year Bachelor of Education Degree. It was there in Brandon where she met lifetime partner Charles. She worked as both teacher and administrator for 26 years, teaching hundreds of children who she always thought and spoke highly of. Lillian was very outgoing and loved to laugh. She will be missed by those who remember her sense of humour and her ability to make friends instantly. She was a great cook and hostess. Many will remember the gatherings at her house where family laughed and loved. Lillian began her courageous and unforgettable battle with cancer a year and a half ago. Throughout her illness, she comforted her husband, family and friends. She would often say, "Dont worry. Im going to be okay". In her struggle, Lillian always thought of others before herself. Lillian was a devoted wife, mother and sister. She worked full time and raised a fine family, instilled with values, to carry her memory for generations to come. Wake services were held at her home in St. Theresa Point from Saturday, February 21 to Monday, February 23. The funeral service was held at the St. Theresa Point Roman Catholic Church on Tuesday, February 24 at 2:00 p.m. We the family would like to thank the Chief and Council and the community of St. Theresa Point for their support and kindness. A special thanks to Margaret Kakegamic for all shes done, and a special mention to Lillians "son", Elton (Candice) and their daughter Sietta.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Feb 26, 2004