It is with great sadness and sorrow that we announce the passing of our dear husband, beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and uncle, Arthur Sweet Grass, Aasain’nisow, on Sunday, November 30, 2025, at St. Michael’s Palliative Care, at the age of 81 years. He will always be remembered for his kind spirit, generosity, and humble nature toward his family and friends.
He was born on the Blood Reserve on May 28, 1944, to his parents, Wilfred and Eva Sweet Grass.
He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Rosella; his son, Mike (Stephanie) Sweet Grass; granddaughter Layne Sweet Grass (Leland English), Tonya Young Pine (Lara Fox); and grandchildren Mikey Jr., Jenson, Spenser, Ethan, and Shelby.
He is also survived by his adopted children Wanda (Colin) Russell, Milton (Lisha) Summers; grandchildren Kassondra, Jessie, Natosi, and Watannie.
He is survived by his sisters Rosabelle and Alfreda; his special nieces Rose Marie, Connie, Doris, and Doreen; his aunt Isabel Healy; along with numerous nieces Chrissy, Tracy, Robin, Lori, Tiffany, Donna, Karen, Jackie, Marlene, and Brett; and nephews Kelly, Troy, Jamie, Ace, Cade, Shane, Casey, Craig, Mark, Mogan, and Houston.
He was predeceased by his parents Wilfred and Eva; his sisters Juslin Healy, Bertha, Mary, and Chatherine; and his brothers Gordon, Fred, and Tony.
After leaving residential school in his early 20s, Arthur travelled throughout the USA with his friends. His travel partner was Leroy Little Bear. He lived in Yakima for a year with Leroy and friends he made from the Blood Reserve.
After returning home, he worked with various local farmers in Southern Alberta, then worked as a bus driver for the Bus Co-op and Public Works. He began his education and career with Nechi Institute in Edmonton, and eventually ventured into employment at Fort MacLeod Detox Centre from 1990 to 2021.
After retirement, he stayed home and kept busy with his many talents. He was a skilled mechanic who spent much of his time rebuilding and repairing his trucks. He also maintained his home, took pride in everything he did, and always went out of his way to help keep his family and friends safe and supported.
The families of Arthur include the Sweet Grass, Frank, Little Bear, Heavy Head, Mistaken, Chief, Beebe, and others we may have missed are included in his extended family.
He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
A Wake Service will be held at Senator Gladstone Hall, Blood Reserve on Monday, December 8 from 7:00 – 11:00 pm. The Funeral Service will be held at St. Mary’s Immaculate Conception Church, Blood Reserve on Tuesday, December 9 at 11:00 am. Interment will follow in St. Catherine’s Cemetery, Stand Off, AB.
He was born on the Blood Reserve on May 28, 1944, to his parents, Wilfred and Eva Sweet Grass.
He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Rosella; his son, Mike (Stephanie) Sweet Grass; granddaughter Layne Sweet Grass (Leland English), Tonya Young Pine (Lara Fox); and grandchildren Mikey Jr., Jenson, Spenser, Ethan, and Shelby.
He is also survived by his adopted children Wanda (Colin) Russell, Milton (Lisha) Summers; grandchildren Kassondra, Jessie, Natosi, and Watannie.
He is survived by his sisters Rosabelle and Alfreda; his special nieces Rose Marie, Connie, Doris, and Doreen; his aunt Isabel Healy; along with numerous nieces Chrissy, Tracy, Robin, Lori, Tiffany, Donna, Karen, Jackie, Marlene, and Brett; and nephews Kelly, Troy, Jamie, Ace, Cade, Shane, Casey, Craig, Mark, Mogan, and Houston.
He was predeceased by his parents Wilfred and Eva; his sisters Juslin Healy, Bertha, Mary, and Chatherine; and his brothers Gordon, Fred, and Tony.
After leaving residential school in his early 20s, Arthur travelled throughout the USA with his friends. His travel partner was Leroy Little Bear. He lived in Yakima for a year with Leroy and friends he made from the Blood Reserve.
After returning home, he worked with various local farmers in Southern Alberta, then worked as a bus driver for the Bus Co-op and Public Works. He began his education and career with Nechi Institute in Edmonton, and eventually ventured into employment at Fort MacLeod Detox Centre from 1990 to 2021.
After retirement, he stayed home and kept busy with his many talents. He was a skilled mechanic who spent much of his time rebuilding and repairing his trucks. He also maintained his home, took pride in everything he did, and always went out of his way to help keep his family and friends safe and supported.
The families of Arthur include the Sweet Grass, Frank, Little Bear, Heavy Head, Mistaken, Chief, Beebe, and others we may have missed are included in his extended family.
He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
A Wake Service will be held at Senator Gladstone Hall, Blood Reserve on Monday, December 8 from 7:00 – 11:00 pm. The Funeral Service will be held at St. Mary’s Immaculate Conception Church, Blood Reserve on Tuesday, December 9 at 11:00 am. Interment will follow in St. Catherine’s Cemetery, Stand Off, AB.