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Honouring the Life of
Elizabeth Lightning
Kâkâkîw Iskwew
April 8, 1934 ~ July 26, 2026
Elizabeth is survived by her brother, Raymond Lightning (Irene); loving children, Rick (Inez), Denise, Tracey (Chris) and Belinda (Darrel); grandchildren, Candice, Nicole (Emma), Koren, Danika, Danielle, Bobbi, Sonny (Jillian), Dylan (Tyrelle), Robert, Matthew (Ashley), Erin (Trent), Jennifer (Daniel), Taylor (Shannon), Keara (Kevin), Caeleigh, Dakota, Devin (Deedra); adopted grandchildren, Rory and Trevor Lightning and Kevin Starblanket; as well as numerous beloved great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and extended family members.
Elizabeth was predeceased by her husband, Eric; parents, James and Mary Lightning; sisters, Cecilia, Celina, Agnes, Helen, and Bella; brothers, Frank, Archie and Jackie (Harry) as well as numerous other family members.
Wake
Beginning Monday, July 27, 2026
Rick and Inez Lightning’s Residence
Traditional Ceremonies
Wednesday, July 29, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.
Rick and Inez Lightning’s Residence
Officiating
Elders
Pallbearers
Dakota Lightning, Devin Buffalo,
Taylor Lightning, Sonny Lightning,
Dylan Lightning, Tré Lightning
Interment
Ermineskin Cemetery
Maskwacîs, Alberta
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