Nitsitaipiim “Walked in Alone”
Teresa White Man Left/Scout
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our Matriarch, Mother, Grandmother, and Aunt; “Nitsitaipiim” Teresa, whom was called home by the creator and began her spirit journey on Friday, February 25, 2022, at the age of 80 years, in Lethbridge, AB. Nitsitaipiim was a indian name given to her by her grandfather Striped Wolf; he was one of the last warriors who had went on war raids. Striped Wolf was one to enter an enemy tipi alone. And, that is what Teresa was named after, hence the name Nitsitaipiim – Walked in Alone. Teresa was born to the late John Sr. (Kiitokiipottaan) and Mary (Siipikkitstaki) Manychief on August 20, 1941; at the Blood Indian Hospital. She is survived by her Children; Noreen Wolf Child, Daniel (Bobbi), Ricky (Geraldine), Curtis and Melvin White Man Left. Grandchildren; Tracy, Lisa (Larz), Bradford, Meagan, Randy, John, Misty, Kyle (Stephanie), (late) Maryann, Candace, Andy, (late) Vanessa, Darnel, Zachary, Tressa and Koda, one Sister-in-law; Sandi Manychief. Teresa was blessed with 45 great grandchildren; Mom considered (all) her nieces and nephews as her own children, as they each had their own special bond with her. She was predeceased by her parents; John Sr. and Mary, Brothers; Bernard, Leo, Ray, Cecil, and John Jr. Manychief, Sisters; Mary Manychief, Dora (Robert) Big Sorrel Horse, Mae (Cecil) Tallow, Son-in-law; Edmund Wolf Child, Grandchildren; Lacey Atwood, Kelsey Wolf Child, Mary Ann, Robbie and Tim White Man Left, Vanessa Spear Chief, and adopted sister; Nora Scout. Teresa attended schooling on the Blood Reserve, Magrath, and later moved to the city of Edmonton, to pursue an education in Nursing. She enjoyed school very much, but, after awhile living alone and away from home, she had begun to feel lonely. She had only three months left on completing her nursing program, but decided to move back home. Her brother Ray was her biggest support; he was a bit disappointed that she had returned home. But he had soon forgiven her cause she was his baby sister. While growing up, Teresa was very close with her cousin/buddy Agnes First Charger. Agnes stated that they would always have a lot of fun together especially on their adventures. They did everything together, until Francis (Alphonse) came into the picture. Once she met the love of her life, Alphonse Whiteman Left; they became married and began to build a life together. They were married for 42 years; they had renewed their vows in Spring 2002. They both enjoyed the traditional spiritual way of life and respected our culture very much that they had transferred into the “Iitsikinaiks” – The Young Horn Society. The leaders at that time were Roger and Charlene Prairie Chicken. Teresa and Alphonse were the keepers of Ka’mi poi somm. Both, Teresa and Francis raised their children and a few of their grandchildren, but after the passing of Alphonse, Teresa continued to raise their kipiitapookaiiks alone. (Kipiitapookaiiks include; Randy, Robbie, Andy, Maryann Candace, Vanessa, Tory and TJ). She had a special love for her grandchildren and her great grandchildren. In her earlier years of employment, Teresa worked at a canning factory in Magrath and a shirt making factory in Cardston with her sister Mae Tallow. They liked working together and working near their home “Isk stoh woohts”, (as they called it), residing on the east end of the reserve, just over the hills from Magrath. Teresa also worked at the Blood Tribe Family and Community Support Services for a long time; and was employed as a homecare worker. Teresa would check in on many elders, including her dear brother John. She was grateful to care for John (during his illness) for many years, which had allowed his wife Sandi to remain working full-time. Teresa had later re-married Kenneth Scout and remained married to him for a number of years until his passing. Teresa was a devout catholic and ensured that they would take the annual trip to Lac St. Anne, as she enjoyed being there. Teresa had many talents like beading, sewing, and cooking. She was an excellent seamstress and had sewn many outfits and created a lot of beaded items. These creations and crafts were sold to tourist customers and her items were seen in various places. Teresa was also known for making star blankets, each blanket she had created was unique. She would get a lot of orders and at times was happy to be busy fulfilling these orders. She loved cooking and baking; every time she made yeast buns, she always wanted to share with everyone. Mom was a very kind lady, she had the ability to make everyone and anyone feel special, she had such a sweet smile, and always made you feel welcome in her home. One time at the Bingo Hall, the announcer had wished “the Twins Mae and Teresa a Happy Birthday”, Teresa laughed when she heard that announcement and knew just who the culprit was; the culprit was her nephew Marvin Manychief. The highlight of her travelling adventures was the trip she taken with Alphonse and her daughter, Noreen; they travelled to visit the Lady of Guadalupe Shrine in Mexico. They had taken a lot of pictures and enjoyed sight seeing. While in Mexico, she wondered if her favorite musician - Freddy Fender was performing there. She requested that Noreen ask the tour guide, and the tour guide replied, “lady you have just missed him, he his off performing”. Teresa comes from a large extended family. Her extended families include; the Striped Wolfs, First Chargers, Eagle Plumes, First Riders, Eagle Bears, and Low Horns (The family apologizes for any names that were missed).
The Wake Service will be held at the White Calf Hall, Stand Off on Friday, March 11 from 7:00 - 11:00 pm. The Funeral Service will be held at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Blood Reserve on Saturday, March 12 at 11:00 am with Father Pawel Andrasz officiating. Interment to follow at Blood Band Cemetery, Blood Reserve.
Teresa White Man Left/Scout
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our Matriarch, Mother, Grandmother, and Aunt; “Nitsitaipiim” Teresa, whom was called home by the creator and began her spirit journey on Friday, February 25, 2022, at the age of 80 years, in Lethbridge, AB. Nitsitaipiim was a indian name given to her by her grandfather Striped Wolf; he was one of the last warriors who had went on war raids. Striped Wolf was one to enter an enemy tipi alone. And, that is what Teresa was named after, hence the name Nitsitaipiim – Walked in Alone. Teresa was born to the late John Sr. (Kiitokiipottaan) and Mary (Siipikkitstaki) Manychief on August 20, 1941; at the Blood Indian Hospital. She is survived by her Children; Noreen Wolf Child, Daniel (Bobbi), Ricky (Geraldine), Curtis and Melvin White Man Left. Grandchildren; Tracy, Lisa (Larz), Bradford, Meagan, Randy, John, Misty, Kyle (Stephanie), (late) Maryann, Candace, Andy, (late) Vanessa, Darnel, Zachary, Tressa and Koda, one Sister-in-law; Sandi Manychief. Teresa was blessed with 45 great grandchildren; Mom considered (all) her nieces and nephews as her own children, as they each had their own special bond with her. She was predeceased by her parents; John Sr. and Mary, Brothers; Bernard, Leo, Ray, Cecil, and John Jr. Manychief, Sisters; Mary Manychief, Dora (Robert) Big Sorrel Horse, Mae (Cecil) Tallow, Son-in-law; Edmund Wolf Child, Grandchildren; Lacey Atwood, Kelsey Wolf Child, Mary Ann, Robbie and Tim White Man Left, Vanessa Spear Chief, and adopted sister; Nora Scout. Teresa attended schooling on the Blood Reserve, Magrath, and later moved to the city of Edmonton, to pursue an education in Nursing. She enjoyed school very much, but, after awhile living alone and away from home, she had begun to feel lonely. She had only three months left on completing her nursing program, but decided to move back home. Her brother Ray was her biggest support; he was a bit disappointed that she had returned home. But he had soon forgiven her cause she was his baby sister. While growing up, Teresa was very close with her cousin/buddy Agnes First Charger. Agnes stated that they would always have a lot of fun together especially on their adventures. They did everything together, until Francis (Alphonse) came into the picture. Once she met the love of her life, Alphonse Whiteman Left; they became married and began to build a life together. They were married for 42 years; they had renewed their vows in Spring 2002. They both enjoyed the traditional spiritual way of life and respected our culture very much that they had transferred into the “Iitsikinaiks” – The Young Horn Society. The leaders at that time were Roger and Charlene Prairie Chicken. Teresa and Alphonse were the keepers of Ka’mi poi somm. Both, Teresa and Francis raised their children and a few of their grandchildren, but after the passing of Alphonse, Teresa continued to raise their kipiitapookaiiks alone. (Kipiitapookaiiks include; Randy, Robbie, Andy, Maryann Candace, Vanessa, Tory and TJ). She had a special love for her grandchildren and her great grandchildren. In her earlier years of employment, Teresa worked at a canning factory in Magrath and a shirt making factory in Cardston with her sister Mae Tallow. They liked working together and working near their home “Isk stoh woohts”, (as they called it), residing on the east end of the reserve, just over the hills from Magrath. Teresa also worked at the Blood Tribe Family and Community Support Services for a long time; and was employed as a homecare worker. Teresa would check in on many elders, including her dear brother John. She was grateful to care for John (during his illness) for many years, which had allowed his wife Sandi to remain working full-time. Teresa had later re-married Kenneth Scout and remained married to him for a number of years until his passing. Teresa was a devout catholic and ensured that they would take the annual trip to Lac St. Anne, as she enjoyed being there. Teresa had many talents like beading, sewing, and cooking. She was an excellent seamstress and had sewn many outfits and created a lot of beaded items. These creations and crafts were sold to tourist customers and her items were seen in various places. Teresa was also known for making star blankets, each blanket she had created was unique. She would get a lot of orders and at times was happy to be busy fulfilling these orders. She loved cooking and baking; every time she made yeast buns, she always wanted to share with everyone. Mom was a very kind lady, she had the ability to make everyone and anyone feel special, she had such a sweet smile, and always made you feel welcome in her home. One time at the Bingo Hall, the announcer had wished “the Twins Mae and Teresa a Happy Birthday”, Teresa laughed when she heard that announcement and knew just who the culprit was; the culprit was her nephew Marvin Manychief. The highlight of her travelling adventures was the trip she taken with Alphonse and her daughter, Noreen; they travelled to visit the Lady of Guadalupe Shrine in Mexico. They had taken a lot of pictures and enjoyed sight seeing. While in Mexico, she wondered if her favorite musician - Freddy Fender was performing there. She requested that Noreen ask the tour guide, and the tour guide replied, “lady you have just missed him, he his off performing”. Teresa comes from a large extended family. Her extended families include; the Striped Wolfs, First Chargers, Eagle Plumes, First Riders, Eagle Bears, and Low Horns (The family apologizes for any names that were missed).
The Wake Service will be held at the White Calf Hall, Stand Off on Friday, March 11 from 7:00 - 11:00 pm. The Funeral Service will be held at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Blood Reserve on Saturday, March 12 at 11:00 am with Father Pawel Andrasz officiating. Interment to follow at Blood Band Cemetery, Blood Reserve.