On Thursday, January 26, 2023 Simon George of Big Island Lake Cree Nation, Saskatchewan passed away in Saskatoon at the age of 69 years.
Simon is lovingly survived by his children: Raven (Thomas), Galen, Hazel, Sterling; six grandchildren; siblings: Paul, Tommy, Maryann, Eric, Ronda, Barbara, Gordon, Daniel; as well as many cousins, nieces and nephews.
Simon was predeceased by his partner: Leona Kahpeepatow; one grandchild; parents: Adolphus Peeweenese, Cecile George; siblings: Pierre, Mary Louise, Caroline, Allan, Joseph, Delmer, Dirk, Caroline.
Simon was a carpenter and farmer, raising his children up until his accident that confined him to his wheelchair. He then resided at Long Term Care at the L. Gervais Health Centre, Goodsoil, SK.
Wake, Saturday, January 28, 2023 at 4:00 p.m. at Chief Napew Memorial School Gymnasium, Big Island Lake Cree Nation, SK.
Funeral Service, Monday, January 30, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. at Chief Napew Memorial School Gymnasium, Big Island Lake Cree Nation, SK with Band Elders officiating. Pallbearers: Lyle, Roddy, Osman, Carvey, Steven, Larson. Honorary pallbearers are friends of Simon George. Final Resting Place, Big Island Lake Cemetery, Big Island Lake Cree Nation, Saskatchewan.
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