Lisa STARLIGHT

Lisa STARLIGHT

Lisa STARLIGHT Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 9, 2009.
STARLIGHT , Lisa Marie Ninagha dichiji ts'ika (Brown Bear Woman) September 21, 1976 - March 5, 2009 Lisa was born in Calgary. She attended and graduated grade 12 from Lord Beaverbrook High School in Calgary. Lisa was always active with her community and accomplished much in her life. In 1992, Lisa was the Calgary Native Friendship Centre Princess. In 1994, she became the First Aboriginal Peer Youth Representative for the Western Region of Canada. In 1996, Lisa became the Calgary Stampede Indian Village Princess, a title which she wore proudly. She went on to further her education and in 2000, Lisa graduated from Centre of Indigenous Theatre. Two years later, she became a graduate from Canadian Broadcasting. Lisa was a gifted jingle dress dancer and traveled the world as a performer. She participated in making over two hundred and fifty tee-pees including the well known forty foot tee-pee that is displayed at the Indian Village during the Calgary Stampede. Lisa will always be fondly remembered for her ability to brighten anyone's day with her humour and beautiful smile. Lisa is survived by her partner Missy Daniels; her parents Bruce and Deanna Starlight; siblings Molly Morin, Joe Starlight, Bison, Ellery (Nicole) Starlight, Larissa, Tiyo, and Faith; Bruce Jr. (Claire) Starlight, Ben Pipestem, Lois Pipestem, (Jennifer) Samuel Starlight, (Robyn) Bruce Starlight III, Lonetta Starlight, Lydia Dodginghorse, Terrence, Coralee (Kamao-Nopanaise) Starlight, Moses Cappo, Yvette Cappo, Kisis-Isquao Cappo, Haydar-Ali Cappo, Vernique Cappo, Holly (Shad) Starlight, Coreen (Desi) Rider, Melissa Onespot, Krystal Blackrider, Alanna Blackrider; Joey Whitebear; godchildren, Isabelle Jacobs, Rona Bruisedhead, Crystalina Wesley; adopted parents Dennis and Ella Bedoni, Victoria Crowchild, Louise Stone, Cathy Curly; adopted siblings, Danielle Starlight, Buzz Bedoni and family, Harvey Laughter, Philomena Joseph, Amy Meguinis, Buster Worker, Shuwash Camille, Jackie Camille, Jennifer Camille, Wade Crowchild; grandmothers Alma Youngman, Mary Jane Starlight; aunts and uncles, Leo (Maureena) Youngman, Marie (Arthur) Bearchief, Rufus (Yvonne) Youngman, Debbie (Dwight) Smith, Louise (Jason) Youngman, Victor Starlight, Bernice (Dave) Starlight, Gloria (Stephen) Runner, Sidney (Regena) Starlight, Shirley (Dan) Auger, Jeannette Starlight, Elizabeth Starlight, Jesse (Paula) Starlight, Vera Poucette, April (Donald) Rowan, Cynthia (Reinhart) Roan, Marty Starlight. Lisa is also survived by relatives from the Tsuu T'ina Nation, Smallboy Camp and Siksika Nation. Family apologizes for anyone that was not mentioned. Lisa was predeceased by grandfathers, Chief Leo Youngman and Chief James Starlight; great-grandmother Bessie Meguinis, grandmother Sarah Meguinis, cousins Nick Breaker, Sounder Runner, Jonathon Laughter, Bradley Breaker, Victor Starlight Jr., Darren Scalplock; uncle Patrick Nadeau; Lena Youngman, Andy Youngman; Jim Starlight Jr., Harvey Youngman, and Eleanor Starlight. Wake Services will be held at the residence of Bruce and Deanna Starlight on Monday, March 9, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Services will be held at the Seven Chiefs Sportsplex, Tsuu T'ina Nation on Tuesday, March 10, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. Graveside Service to follow at Tsuu T'ina Cemetery. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com . In living memory of Lisa Starlight, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL, HOMES Park Memorial Chapel, 5008 ELBOW DRIVE S.W. Telephone: 403-243-8200.

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Janna Lunam

June 16, 2020

I have only just learned about Lisa's passing, but I was very saddened by the news. I knew Lisa at Fairview Junior High and will always remember her for being positive, friendly and a bright spirit. I have thought of her often since our early teenage years. Sending thoughts and prayers to Lisa's family and community - I imagine your grief continues to be deep.

Christy Williams

March 17, 2009

Bruce, Deanna, Joe, Bruce, JR, Ellery, Lonnie, Holly

Sorry to hear about the lost of your love one. She was just like a little sister to me. I still have her picture hanging in room after all these years. I will keep your family in prayers.

caffi alessandro

March 17, 2009

You will always live in our hearts and prayers.

Virgil J Simeon

March 14, 2009

Thru this service, I send my dear condolences to my Uncle and Aunty, Bruce and Deanna Starlight. There are no true words of comfort that one can extend to someone that has suffered a dear loss. I am very sorry to hear of my cousin's untimely death.
I sincerely wish that i can be there for you both as you've been for me, when I was at some of my lowest points in life growing up. My thoughts and Prayers will be there for you all.

cline griggs

March 12, 2009

Bruce and Deanne and family

We will keep you in our prayers here
You guys were there for us, now let us help your family with your loss

your brother
cline griggs & family

Tanya Becker

March 12, 2009

Hi,

I wanted to extend my thoughts and prayers to the Starlight family, relatives, close friends and community who knew and loved Lisa.

I went to Fairview Elementary School with Lisa during our elementary years. Lisa and I become good friends and I have thought of your often threw the years. I have many fond memories of my friendship with Lisa and hold them dear.

There is nothing that I can say to offer comfort, other than to let it be known that we were all very lucky and honored to have known her.


Take Care.

Gloria Martella

March 10, 2009

Dear Bruce,
one day here in Italy you gave a brightful sun-ray to me, now I ask my heart to share a part of that wonderful light with you and your family to alleviate this day of pain.

GUALTIERO ANNITA

March 10, 2009

Dear Buce and Deanne and family we are with you unit in the preyer for Lisa.

Gualtiero, Annita and Nicola (Verona, Italy)

GUALTIERO ANNITA

March 10, 2009

You will always live in our hearts and prayers.

Dania Tortelli

March 10, 2009

March 10, 2009

Dear Bruce, Deanna And Family,

There are no words to explain our sadness when we learnt about Lisa. Please accept our deepest condolences and all our prayers.
We have an amazing new star in the sky... God bless you all.
Dania and Mara (Brescia -Italy)

Faith Crowchild

March 10, 2009

Bruce and Deanna And Family,
I am so sorry for your shocking loss. Lisa has left a legacy for Tsuu T'ina with her strength and beauty. I will always remember the sweet little girl on the school bus to Fairview. God Bless you all, you are in my Prayers.
Faith Crowchild and Destin Axe

Marco Massignan

March 10, 2009

Dear Bruce and Deanna,
Joe, Bruce Jr., Ellery, Lonnie, Cora, and little sister,

it was a shock learning of Lisa's sudden departure. I remember her performing in Rome and other locations in Italy and Switzerland. I remember her straightforward look, her courage.

Please accept my prayers of hope, Light and strength for all of you.

Aileen Bear Chief

March 9, 2009

My deepest condolences to the family! What a beautiful young lady! My prayers are with the family. There are no words to say that will bring solace at a time like this. A loss such as yours now will take time to deal with. But please remember, the only one that will get us through this difficult time is our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ! God bless! Aileen Bear Chief

Marilyn Brown

March 9, 2009

Dear Bruce, Deanna and family,
We were saddened to hear of your great and sudden loss. Lisa accomplished so much in her young life. May the great Creator bring you comfort and courage.
Hugh and Marilyn Brown
(David's parents).

Laura Ducharme

March 9, 2009

Bruce, Deana, Ellery.....the only comfort I know to offer is my prayers....I am and will continue

In Spirit,
Laura Ducharme

Jeffrey Water Chief

March 9, 2009

Such a great loss and immense shock all my thoughts and prayers to the Starlight and Pretty Young Man families May the Creator Give you all the strength and courage to get through this difficult time God Bless

Cheryl Somerville

March 9, 2009

Dear Cynthia and family,

So sorry to hear of the passing of your wonderful niece. She sounds like she was a wonderful and talented lady. You would know me from Fairview (you used to come to my house for lunch). I met your sister this summer at the Teepee at the Stampede Grounds and we talked briefly about our friendship as kids.

Thinking of you at this sad time.

Cheryl (MacKenzie) Somerville

Holly Whitney

March 9, 2009

Lisa will always be in our hearts and memories!! She was a wonderful friend and will be greatly missed !! I am so sorry for your loss

Rennie Ayoungman

March 9, 2009

My Prayers are with you Always

Gordon and Cindy Severite

March 9, 2009

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

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