Obituary of Elmer Joseph Pelletier

PELLETIER, ELMER JOSEPH Elmer Joseph Pelletier (Maistchakanis-Coyote) of Okanese First Nation, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, November 15, 2005 with his family at his side. Elmer was born on May 16, 1942 in Lestock, SK. He was predeceased by his parents, Victoria (1991) and Mike (1987) Pelletier, his sister Mary (1969), son Cory (2002) and adopted mom Amy Stonechild (2004). He is survived by his loving wife Marie-Anne Day Walker-Pelletier and children Kelly (Sissy), Colleen, Carolyn (Shane), Robert (Paulette), Ilona, Sherwin. Elmer was devoted to his grandchildren: Nicole, Miranda, Kerry, Kayla, Jesse, Jade, Keenen, Lance, Cody, Brandi, MacKenzie, Greg, Mariah and Michael and his great-grandsons Ethan and Aiden. Elmer is also survived by his brothers, Isador (Joan) and family, Alfred (Alice) and family, Tony (Fran) and family, Michael (Delores) and family, Charlie (Leslie); his brothers-in-law, Phil Auger, Ernest Morin; his adopted family, Faye, Patti, Joanne, Dale, Corey, Ricky, Clarence and his special friends Leroy Walker and Mervin Elliott. Elmer worked since he was 15 years old and valued his commitment and dedication to his work. He worked as a crane operator at Wheat City Metals and at IPSCO for twenty-three years. Elmer enjoyed helping out on Okanese First Nation with road-grading and backhoe. Elmer was always a friendly face with willing hands ready to help. A traditional wake will be held on Friday, November 18, 2005 at 4:00 p.m. at the Okanese Community Centre. The Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, November 19, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. at the Okanese Community Centre. Interment at Starblanket Cemetery. An on-line book of condolence may be signed at www.speersfuneralchapel.com