RICHARD CHARLES RED CROW beloved Father of Charlie Ezra, Serena (Mother Chaylee Bruised Head) Illianna, Zarious, Trestice (Mother Shanelle Many Wounds - Twigg) was called home to be with our Lord Jesus Christ on February 4, 2022 in Lethbridge AB at the age of 32 years. Charles was born on February 23, 1989 in Cardston AB to Richard (Glenda) Red Crow Sr and late biological mother Michelle Eagle Tail Feathers.  In 1993 Richard and Glenda blended their 7 young children together. Today they now share 22 combined grandchildren who have all been a blessing in their lives. Charles is survived by his brothers Richard Jr Red Crow, Richard Allen Ty (Zoe) Red Crow, Hank Tallow, Timothy Scout, Colin (Katie) Bird, Sonny (Laney) Medicine Crane, Jessie (Lennie) Brave Rock, Eric (Theresa) Red Crow, Chad (Katie) Bird, Josh Parenteau, Kadeem ( Heidi) Cross Child, Brennon Fox, Cam Weasel Head, Charlton Weasel Head, Brad Red Crow (Godfather). Sisters Stacy Scout, Andrea Curly Rider, Jasmine (Willie) Shade, Melissa Tallow, Gina (Jamie) Red Crow and Jessica Red Crow.  Charles is also survived by his grandmothers Christine Little Bear, Beatrice Hirsch, Pauline Tallow. Uncles Randall (Deanna) Eagle Tail Feathers, Patrick (Karen) Eagle Tail Feathers, Alphonse (Theresa) Red Crow, Dan Curly Rider Hirsch, Darren (Lisa) Curly Rider Hirsch, Roy (Mariam) Tallow, Ronald (Verna) Tallow, Rudy Tallow. Aunts Maureen Red Crow, Karen Red Crow, Annette (Roger)Young Pine, Crystal Hoof, Sharon (Scott) Lambert, Sandra Curly Rider, Benita Hirsch, Joanne Storm Taylor, Shoby (Toby) Good Striker, Louise Black Plume, Lucecilia (Timothy) Thunder, Ivy Black Plume, Anne Cat Face. Special cousins Charmaine, Kim (Marcel) Raberta and Ramona Red Crow, Charnelle, Shania, Boss Red Crow. Numerous relatives Holy Singers, Hoofs, Devines, Stabs Down, Weasel Heads, Curly Riders, Chief Moons, Tallows, Williams, Eagle Childs, Black Plumes. Charles is also survived by his many cousins, friends and extended families from the Blackfoot Confederacy. Charles was predeceased by his mother Michelle Eagle Tail Feathers, Grandparents Mary and Allen Red Crow Sr, Mae Red Crow, Roy Tallow Sr, Dan (Dezso) Hirsch. Uncles Vincent Red Crow, Allen Red Crow Jr, Clifford Red Crow, Harrison Red Crow, Francis Red Crow. Aunts Arlene Red Crow,Alvina Red Crow, Sharon (Robin) Eagle Tail Feathers. Cousins Quinton Ferguson, Rochelle Wolf Child, Nevaeh Red Crow, brothers Jeff and Kyle Weasel Head.  Charles education began at Saipoyi Elementary School, Kainai Middle School and Kainai High School. Charles excelled in Academics and Athletics and was chosen to be Kainai High School 2007 Valedictorian. Charles was proud to attend Kainai High School and put up a successful fundraiser for their graduation. Charles had many friends who spoke so highly of him. He was the type of person who was humble, always smiling, encouraging others, helping others even though he had his own struggles. Charles spent his early years playing baseball with the Late Alvin Medicine Cranes team The Out Laws. He played the positions of Back Catcher, Pitcher, and Out Fielder. Charles and the Out Laws entered a Milk River Little League baseball tournament, and came up winning first place with just 1 bat. They beat the Calgary West All Stars who ended up becoming the Little League World Series Champions which was held in Quebec. Charles and Ty teamed up with Siksika in a basketball tournament in Okotoks and they helped them win a championship. In Middle School Charles teamed up in Badminton with his late buddy Mathew Curly Rider.They entered a tournament but fell short of winning, but all in all they both gave it their best shot. He also won a lot of events in Track and Field in the Long Distance running events. Charles was also a Quarterback for the Kainai Warriors, and played a number of positions such as Tight End, Wide Receiver, and Coach. Of all sports Charles had the love for basketball the most. He played with Kainai  Middle School Eagles, Kainai Warriors, The Crüe which was his late Uncle Vincent Red Crows team. In High School Charles played with the Kainai Warriors Basketball team where he played along side his brothers Richie, Ty and Hank. Charles and his bros were coached by All Canadian University and College Champion Charlton Weasel Head. Charlton later become one of the boys playing with The Crüe where they won many Championships. The Crüe travelled all over Indian Country, and won a number of championships, as well as All Stars and was a 3 point shot champion .  Playing with The Crüe gave Charles the opportunity to play with many College and University players, and Blackfoot Confederacy players too numerous to mention. Charles was also Musician and played, electric guitar, bass guitar, drums and was a Rap Artist (TripC). He even composed a YouTube video for his bro Colin Bird (Kainai Warriors) which has 18 K views. Our son had many great talents which we could write a book about. His number one Hero in his life was his Dad Richard whom he loved dearly. When Richard got elected Blood Tribe Council Charles was so proud of his Dad. He always greeted him with “ AAH “Ko Ko” Mr. Councilman. They had a bond which even death can not separate. Although Charles had personal challenges for the past 5 or 6 years of his life it did not define whom he was as a person. In 2020 Charles gave his life to our Lord Jesus Christ, and that day his face lit up the whole gymnasium. Although our hearts are shattered we have peace knowing that our beloved son is now walking the streets of gold in Heaven. We want to thank everyone for all the love you had for our son.  Charles also had a number of jobs such as gas jockey/security for Albert’s gas bar, Construction worker for the Multi Purpose Building , day time  employment in Calgary ,  BTEST Courses and a number of assorted jobs over the years. The best times were spending time with his children whom he adored with all his heart, also spending time and phoning his Mom and Dad . Charles had a special bond with all his brothers and sisters, his nieces and nephews whom he loved unconditionally, and the people that he met throughout his 32 year journey on earth.  It’s never goodbye; we love and will honor you until we meet again son .  The family would like to thank Legacy Funeral Home for their excellent services. 
A Wake Service will be held at White Calf Hall, Stand Off, AB on Sunday, February 13 from 6:00 - 11:00 pm. The Funeral Service will follow at White Calf Hall, Stand Off on Monday, February 14 at 11:00 am with interment to follow at Blood Band Cemetery, Blood Reserve, AB.