Elizabeth “Delra” Sooyi’kitstaki (Water Offering) Scout
It is with great sadness we announce the loss of Our Mother, Grandmother, Sister, Aunt and Friend, Elizabeth Scout. Elizabeth was born on January 16, 1949 in Cardston, Alberta and was called home on December 18, 2020. She was 71 years old.
Elizabeth leaves behind her four children and 13 grandchildren: Kathy Scout-Bastien (Wade Bastien), Mike Scout (Shyanne Scott), Chris Scout, and Mathew Scout (Kristy Bare Shin Bone). She will be deeply missed by her grandchildren: Josh, Christine, Shelby, Chayse, Aidan, Hailey, Kanze, Koelii, Miley, Mattie, Taelyn, Sienna, and Nelly. Elizabeth is also survived by her sisters and brothers: Kathleen McHugh, Christine (Ray) Vaivada, Rosie Many Grey Horses, Joan Cochrane (Joe), Evelyn Scout, Theresa Wadsworth, Lucius (Pam) Wadsworth, Stan (Joanne) Scout, and Roy (Nora) Scout, and numerous nieces and nephews.
She attended St. Mary’s Residential School and later graduated from St. Joseph’s High School in Edmonton in 1968. Liz began her lifelong career in 1969 when she took a job with the Lethbridge Herald. She quickly realized she had a bigger purpose, which was to serve and support her community. In 1970, she began to work to support Niitsitapii with employment, training, and counseling. Working with Canada Manpower, Native Outreach Calgary, and Nova Cooperation, Liz secured meaningful employment for numerous Indigenous people making the transition to urban centres. Soon after, Liz took on the challenge of expanding her career and moving into the area of justice and policing. This would become her calling. In 1984, she accepted a position with the Solicitor General at the Drumheller Institution as a Case Management Officer. This role enabled Liz to support inmates and help them to reconnect with their communities. Liz realized the misrepresentation of our people in the justice system and understood the essential need to bring community policing back to Kainai. In 1988, she became the First female Indigenous Chief of Police in Canada when she accepted the role with the Blood Tribe Police. Upon being hired, she was given the mandate to secure funding for the establishment of a fully accredited police force. She delivered. She would later become the Chief of Police for the Woodland Cree Band in Cadotte Lake. Upon the loss of her Mother, Myrtle, Liz returned home and later served one term on the Blood Tribe Chief and Council. Prior to retiring, Liz was employed as the Blood Tribe’s Fund Development Officer. She was instrumental in securing the capital for many of the Nation’s Initiatives such as the Multi-Purpose facility in Standoff. In 2015, due to ailing health, Liz retired and spent the rest of her years caring and visiting her family and friends.
Liz had a strong connection to our Niitsitapii spirituality and the Catholic faith. She believed in everything that made us better people. Liz was a friend to all. Throughout her lifetime, Liz had a true friendship with each of her siblings. Anyone who visited with her, immediately felt safe, valued, and loved. Her laughter, smile, and kindness comforted many, especially during challenging times. She was known for her true intelligence, and she was always willing to help however she could. Her stories and spirit showed us that anything was possible. Her tenacity and passion drove her and those around her to greatness. Liz loved reading, going “for coffee” with Annie at the casino, and had a special “phone” connection with Shyanne. Her siblings, children, nieces, nephews and friends considered her their “Professor” and “Advisor” throughout their academic and employment journeys.
We take great comfort knowing that Elizabeth is now reunited with her mother Myrtle and father Frank Scout. Her Grandparents Mary Blackwater, Henry Cochrane (Helen), Emil and Elizabeth Scout. Her siblings, Jennifer, Jenevieve, Dominik, Keiven, Joe (Lillian), Melvin and Francis. Her husband Barry and son Jason. Nephews, Kevin Scout, Frankie Scout, Myron Wadsworth, Blaine Wadsworth and her best friend, Jackie Red Crow.
Surrounded by her family, Elizabeth passed away peacefully on December 18, 2020 at the Peter Lougheed Centre. The family would like to thank all the staff and residents at St. Theresa Place for the kindness they gave to our mother. We would also like to thank the Doctors and Staff at the Peter Lougheed Centre.
A viewing will be held at Legacy Funeral Home, Cardston on Tuesday, December 29th, 2020 from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. The Eulogy and Celebration of life will start at 10:30 a.m. with a Family Service to follow at 11:00 a.m. Burial will be at St. Mary’s Cemetery, Blood Reserve. Legacy Funeral Home will live stream starting at 10:30 a.m.
To Send the Family a Condolence please CLICK HERE.
To WATCH the Funeral Service please CLICK HERE.
It is with great sadness we announce the loss of Our Mother, Grandmother, Sister, Aunt and Friend, Elizabeth Scout. Elizabeth was born on January 16, 1949 in Cardston, Alberta and was called home on December 18, 2020. She was 71 years old.
Elizabeth leaves behind her four children and 13 grandchildren: Kathy Scout-Bastien (Wade Bastien), Mike Scout (Shyanne Scott), Chris Scout, and Mathew Scout (Kristy Bare Shin Bone). She will be deeply missed by her grandchildren: Josh, Christine, Shelby, Chayse, Aidan, Hailey, Kanze, Koelii, Miley, Mattie, Taelyn, Sienna, and Nelly. Elizabeth is also survived by her sisters and brothers: Kathleen McHugh, Christine (Ray) Vaivada, Rosie Many Grey Horses, Joan Cochrane (Joe), Evelyn Scout, Theresa Wadsworth, Lucius (Pam) Wadsworth, Stan (Joanne) Scout, and Roy (Nora) Scout, and numerous nieces and nephews.
She attended St. Mary’s Residential School and later graduated from St. Joseph’s High School in Edmonton in 1968. Liz began her lifelong career in 1969 when she took a job with the Lethbridge Herald. She quickly realized she had a bigger purpose, which was to serve and support her community. In 1970, she began to work to support Niitsitapii with employment, training, and counseling. Working with Canada Manpower, Native Outreach Calgary, and Nova Cooperation, Liz secured meaningful employment for numerous Indigenous people making the transition to urban centres. Soon after, Liz took on the challenge of expanding her career and moving into the area of justice and policing. This would become her calling. In 1984, she accepted a position with the Solicitor General at the Drumheller Institution as a Case Management Officer. This role enabled Liz to support inmates and help them to reconnect with their communities. Liz realized the misrepresentation of our people in the justice system and understood the essential need to bring community policing back to Kainai. In 1988, she became the First female Indigenous Chief of Police in Canada when she accepted the role with the Blood Tribe Police. Upon being hired, she was given the mandate to secure funding for the establishment of a fully accredited police force. She delivered. She would later become the Chief of Police for the Woodland Cree Band in Cadotte Lake. Upon the loss of her Mother, Myrtle, Liz returned home and later served one term on the Blood Tribe Chief and Council. Prior to retiring, Liz was employed as the Blood Tribe’s Fund Development Officer. She was instrumental in securing the capital for many of the Nation’s Initiatives such as the Multi-Purpose facility in Standoff. In 2015, due to ailing health, Liz retired and spent the rest of her years caring and visiting her family and friends.
Liz had a strong connection to our Niitsitapii spirituality and the Catholic faith. She believed in everything that made us better people. Liz was a friend to all. Throughout her lifetime, Liz had a true friendship with each of her siblings. Anyone who visited with her, immediately felt safe, valued, and loved. Her laughter, smile, and kindness comforted many, especially during challenging times. She was known for her true intelligence, and she was always willing to help however she could. Her stories and spirit showed us that anything was possible. Her tenacity and passion drove her and those around her to greatness. Liz loved reading, going “for coffee” with Annie at the casino, and had a special “phone” connection with Shyanne. Her siblings, children, nieces, nephews and friends considered her their “Professor” and “Advisor” throughout their academic and employment journeys.
We take great comfort knowing that Elizabeth is now reunited with her mother Myrtle and father Frank Scout. Her Grandparents Mary Blackwater, Henry Cochrane (Helen), Emil and Elizabeth Scout. Her siblings, Jennifer, Jenevieve, Dominik, Keiven, Joe (Lillian), Melvin and Francis. Her husband Barry and son Jason. Nephews, Kevin Scout, Frankie Scout, Myron Wadsworth, Blaine Wadsworth and her best friend, Jackie Red Crow.
Surrounded by her family, Elizabeth passed away peacefully on December 18, 2020 at the Peter Lougheed Centre. The family would like to thank all the staff and residents at St. Theresa Place for the kindness they gave to our mother. We would also like to thank the Doctors and Staff at the Peter Lougheed Centre.
A viewing will be held at Legacy Funeral Home, Cardston on Tuesday, December 29th, 2020 from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. The Eulogy and Celebration of life will start at 10:30 a.m. with a Family Service to follow at 11:00 a.m. Burial will be at St. Mary’s Cemetery, Blood Reserve. Legacy Funeral Home will live stream starting at 10:30 a.m.
To Send the Family a Condolence please CLICK HERE.
To WATCH the Funeral Service please CLICK HERE.