Obituary
Loretta ‘’Didi’’ Karihwaronkwas
BEAUVAIS-BARNES
On January 13th, 2025 at Kateri Memorial Hospital, Loretta ‘’Didi’’ Karihwaronkwas Beauvais Barnes (Turtle Clan) began her journey to Sky World at the age of 87. She went peacefully, surrounded by her family.
She is predeceased by her siblings: Shirley, Vera, Elaine and Leslie.
Survived by sisters-in-law: Rosie, Sharman and Lori (George), along with her many nieces and nephews.
She is mourned by her loving children: Rondi, Wesley (Lorna), Elliott (Debbie), Ray (Patricia) and Binnie (Sonny).
She leaves behind her 17 grandchildren : Marty Ann (Onerahtase), Rayanne, Brandyce (Travis), Jayanne, Devin, Skahentiio (Ronatakehte), Wahienhawi (Jeff), Desmond, Kristine, Skawenniio (Ilya), Shadow (Tsawentesha), Kwaronhiahawi (James), Dylan, Joey, Tharonhianente, Kaiatiio, and Donovon.
She was always brought to joy at the sight of her 34 great-grandchildren and 8 great-great-grandchildren.
A special thank you to Nick, Sonya and all staff of the LTC at the KMHC for their compassion.
She will be resting at Poissant & Deer funeral home
Visitations will begin Saturday January 18 at 10 am.
Funeral service will be held on Monday January 20th at 2 pm in the St-Francis-Xavier-Mission, followed by cremation.
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- Rice
To al Didi's family,
Please accept my deepest sympathy for the passing of your beloved mother.
I will always remember her beautiful smile and how kind she was to my late mother, Aunt Doris. May she rest in peace,
Cousin Melody Rice
- Joyce Rice
To the family of Didi,
Please accept my condolences on the passing of your beloved mother.
Cherish the memories of her as this will help you get through this difficult time. She now has begun her journey, love to you all, Joyce
- Judy Ayotte
Doug and I would like to express our deepest condolences on the loss of your Mother.
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