It is with deep sadness we announce the unexpected passing of our dear & beautiful Melissa Rae on March 9, 2023 in Calgary, where she resided until her passing, at the tender age of 35 years. Melissa Rae was born on September 30, 1988 to her loving parents Shirley Plaited Hair and the late Jesse Mills. Melissa Rae is survived by her four precious children: D.J., Keanna, Rain & baby Sage. Melissa Rae will be forever sadly missed by her mom Shirley (Lloyd Eagle Child); Siblings: Kevin (Shannon), Joni, Aaron (Lacy), along with all her nieces & nephews whom she loved so much. Left to mourn is Lee McMaster (father to Rain & Sage) and Delray Cross Child (father to D.J., Keanna), Brothers In-Law Calvin White Man Left and Cory Many Bears. Melissa Rae is also sadly missed by her very special great-aunt Eve Yellow Old Woman; Uncles: Bobby, Sidney, Frank, Johnny (Miranda); Aunts: Cindy (Dewey Hind Bull), Connie & Ann and Sandra Delaney (Tom R.) (Adopted Mom). Melissa Rae will be lovingly remembered and missed by all. She was predeceased by her Dad Jesse Mills; her sisters: Lori, Jannis, Laura, Christy & aunty Debbie Plaited Hair; Grandparents: Sidney & Phyllis Plaited Hair and great Uncle Wallace Delaney and all her family members who have made their journey. Melissa Rae was employed at the Delaney Restaurant under the guidance of her boss Sandra Delaney. She fully enjoyed serving and meeting people for the two years she worked there. Her happy personality helped ease the tension during those busy days when many gathered to visit and share stories. In her spare time, Melissa Rae listened to music, going on long walks and spending time with her family. She loved and adored her mom Shirley. They would spend hours laughing, sharing stories and comforting each other. The Plaited Hair families would like to acknowledge and give their thanks to Stephanie Spear Chief for being in Keanna and Rain`s lives. Melissa Rae will be loved and remembered forever by all her precious family and friends who were part of a beautiful and compassionate bond they all shared. She is now in the Sand Hills, in those happy hunting grounds, where she will watch over each and every one of us. All those who were a part of her life were a blessing to Melissa Rae and will hold a special place in the hearts of Shirley and the Plaited Hair families as Honorary Pallbearers. The PLAITED HAIR families sincerely apologize for any special people missed or not mentioned. Every one has a special place in our hearts.
A Wake Service will be held at Senator Gladstone Hall, Blood Reserve on Friday, March 24 from 6:00 - 11:00 pm. The Funeral Service will be held at Legacy Funeral Home, Cardston, on Saturday, March 25 at 11:00 am.
A Wake Service will be held at Senator Gladstone Hall, Blood Reserve on Friday, March 24 from 6:00 - 11:00 pm. The Funeral Service will be held at Legacy Funeral Home, Cardston, on Saturday, March 25 at 11:00 am.