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Terry CARDINAL
July 11, 1955 - March 29, 2024
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On March 29, 2024, Okimaw Terry Cardinal “Papa Chief” of Saddle Lake, Alberta, passed away at the age of 68 years. He is survived by his children, Tim (Shanelle), Taylor Buffalo, Lanna, Kayla, Terry Jr. (Coral), Talyse (Barry) & Kaylee; son-in-law, Patrick Gladue; grand-children,Tia, Logan, Aceya, Emma (Jayden), Tiace (Ally), Tahara, Kyren, Nyah, Asher, Emsley, Deron, Keaton, Amara, Sharlize (Charchar), Remi, Valeighya, Nakoa, Kaylor, Trinay, Taisley, Barry Jr., Ezra & Elias; chapans, Ava, Nova, Logan Jr. & Tiace has one on the way; siblings, Jenny McGilvery, Bernice Cardinal, Judy Cryer, Lucia (Dennis) Moosewah ; numerous nieces, nephews & grandchildren. Terry was predeceased by his loving wife of 45 years, Sandra F.; son, Lance; daughter, Trina; grandsons, Baby boy Tayden Kaylor, Tezrik, Tayson & Nikosis; parents, Moses & Celestine; siblings, Clara (Alphonse) Delver, Leonard, Melvin& Sharon. A Wake will be held on Monday (leaving Grace Gardens at 2:00 p.m.) & Tuesday, April 1 & 2 at Ayiwakes Cultural Centre, Saddle Lake. A Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, April 3 at 11:00 a.m. at Ayiwakes Cultural Centre, Saddle Lake. Reverend Father Michael Ngo will be officiating with interment in Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Cemetery, Saddle Lake. To send condolences online, please visit https://www.gracegardensfuneralchapel.com.
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From: Grace Gardens Funeral Chapel
Grace Gardens Funeral Chapel Staff send our condolences to family and friends.
From: RUDY PARENTEAU
Relation: Friends.
Condolences to all of the family. Terry was always a friendly man and big-hearted when we spoke we always had a laugh or two, and we often spoke of music or cars.
From: Rhonda Jackson
Relation: Musician Friend
My sincere condolences and prayers to the Cardinal family. Terry was my mentor in music and taught me so many minor chords and variations (keyboard and guitar). Every time I couldn’t figure a note or chord, I’d call him and he’d pick it up in an instant, playing it over the phone. He was certainly one the truest and dearest friend of mine and probably one of the most talented musicians I’ve had the opportunity to sing and play with. In Saskatchewan, we were called The Saddle Lake Band making our debut at gospel fests where people never even heard of us. (Terry, Rhoda and myself). Good times, good music and certainly with a good friend. I will miss you and so will many others. Your dedication, commitment and love for music and your kindness towards people in general will forever be remembered my friend.
From: Pierre Lamoureux
Relation: legal counsel
I and the lawyers and staff of Lamoureux Culham LLP extend our sincere condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of Chief Cardinal and to his Band Council. Chief Cardinal’s dedication to the people of Saddle Lake Cree Nation was evident in everything he said and did. His example of leadership and commitment to his Nation shall live on.
From: Len Cardinal
Relation: Friend
It’s a big loss for a community when they lose their Chief, leadership, colleague, and friend. Sending hugs and my sympathy and condolences to all who where touched by kindness and spirit.
From: Town of Two Hills
Dear Cardinal Family,
On behalf of the Council, Staff and residents of the Town of Two Hills, please accept our most sincere condolences on the loss of Chief Terry.
His dedication to his family, people and community were an inspiration to all.
May his memory be forever eternal.
Mayor, Council, Staff and Residents
Town of Two Hills
From: Russell Whitford
Relation: Acquaintance
To all the family and community of Chief Cardinal, please accept our condolences on the loss of a sincere and fine gentleman. A true friend of people. Every encounter, with Terry, however short, left me feeling like he cared. He will be missed.
Service Schedule
Wake
Date & Time:
April 1, 2024
Beginning at 2:00pm
Location:
Ayiwakes Cultural Centre
Saddle Lake, AB Canada T0A 3T0
(leaving Grace Gardens at 2:00 p.m.)
Saddle Lake, AB Canada T0A 3T0
Funeral Service
Date & Time:
April 3, 2024
Location:
Ayiwakes Cultural Centre
Saddle Lake, AB Canada T0A 3T0
Saddle Lake, AB Canada T0A 3T0
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