It is with the deepest sadness that we announce the passing of EUGENE MYLES WELLS (TWIGG), born April 6, 1986 – April 16, 2019, at the age of 33 years old. He is survived by his wife, Nancy Weasel Fat and their children: Hannah, Miley, Badger Rope Wells, and his oldest daughter Maryanna Smith. He also leaves to mourn his passing his Dear Mother, Annette Twigg, and his Father Alvin Wells, along with his Grandparents, Richard and Geraldine Wells. Myles is also survived by his beloved sisters, Tawny Twigg, and Beth Wells (Cody Day Chief), his sister-in-law Sandy Weasel Fat and brother-in-law AJ Weasel Fat.. He will also be missed by his mother-in-law, Carolyn Weasel Fat. Myles treasured his nieces and nephews and will be deeply missed by all of them: Lexi Twigg, Ryder Myers, Rogan Bruised Head, Emmie Bruised Head, Richard Wells, and Leo Day Chief. Myles will also be greatly missed by his aunts: Geri, Bernadette, and Carolyn Twigg, Jacinta and Jennifer (Brent) Wells, along with his uncles: Wayne, Clayton, and Cory Twigg, Maynard and Kirby (Ayshia) Wells, and by special aunties: Marsha Twigg, Michelle Big Throat (Byron Bruised Head), and Kelly Thunderchief. Throughout his life Myles also shared special ties with several of his cousins including: Desirae Twigg, Casey Penner, Cody Wells, Naomi Twigg, Yolalia (Emma) Big Throat, Denny, Kyle and Stormy Wells, Coby Alexander, Tony, Christian, and Micheal Twigg and Colten and Joel Wells, Wacey Rabbit and Brayden Smith.
Myles is predeceased by his Great Grandparents Dick and Katie Wells, and, Sam and Elizabeth Wolfchild, Grandparents, Jim and Celina Twigg, uncles: Charlie, Tony, Sheldon, and Joshua Twigg, and Marvin Wells, aunties: Doreen Zuback, and Kimberley Twigg, along with special cousins, Lacey Twigg, Wade Wells, and Grayson Wells (Smith).
Myles was raised on the Blood Reserve in the Old Agency Area by his Mother Annette. From the start Myles was always a positive person and one to find the bright side in any situation, his mother remembers a special time when he was only a year old and would sing to her, “Don’t Worry, Be Happy.” Melting her heart and taking away any stress she felt at the time. Throughout the years and into his marriage, Myles eventually lived in the various surrounding communities of Lethbridge, Old Agency and Fort Macleod. He and his family usually not living too far from his mom and sisters, and Nancy’s family.
Growing up he began playing hockey at the young age of 5 years old with the Kainai Minor Hockey Association, eventually he moved on to play midget hockey in Fort Macleod where he was noticed and picked up by an AA Team in the Crowsnest Pass. Myles played many years in the Treaty 7 Hockey Tournaments and in the Native Hockey Provincials. During his years playing hockey Myles was coached by: his uncle Kirby Wells, Edmund Wolf Child, Wilbur Yellow Old Woman, and his dad. While playing in the Crowsnest Pass he moved in with his Grandfather Jim Twigg, his Godmother Carolyn, and his Uncle Wayne in Fort Macleod so that he can go to school at FP Walshe. During this time he developed a special bond with his Grandpa Jim. He eventually graduated from Kainai High School.
While going to school in Kainai, Myles fell in love with Nancy Weasel Fat. Together they created a precious little family. He was always proud of his daughters, Hannah and Miley, and recently would show off is baby boy Badger Rope Wells to everyone and anyone. Myles was always a loving, protective father, who involved his children in various sports and activities. Always together, He and Nancy loved taking them to rodeos, where the girls would enter the calf riding and dummy roping. They also loved watching the girls play soccer and watching Hannah play basketball.
Myles had a deep passion for rodeo, specifically bull riding. When he was a young boy he wanted to follow in the footsteps of his favourite rodeo uncles, Charlie and Sheldon. He collected old cowboy hats from all his uncles, and took care of them as though they were new. At the age of 11 years old, Myles began riding steers and eventually moved into bull riding. Throughout the years he won over 6 titles, however, he was eventually sidelined with a broken arm, and in that time he began making bull ropes. Although, he had been braiding and learning different bull rope making techniques since he was 5 years old, it was not until he was unable to ride that he began selling them. Myles’ business, Myles Wolf Wells Bull Ropes, eventually began growing and growing, especially since he was the only maker in North America who could tie a specific knot that was popular with Professional Bull Riders. The highlights of his business were when one Professional Bull Rider posed with his rope for a picture and talked about the rope and its maker during an interview. Another was that at last year’s National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas, 3 of the Professional Bull Riders were using his ropes. He had a unique talent that will be sadly missed.
Throughout the years, Myles also worked at various places, including: Big Rock Electric, Fort Macleod Auction, Structural Truss, Bouvry Exports, Triple M Housing and various Farms and Ranches around Fort Macleod and Lethbridge. He especially loved the times he worked as a helper to Cody Wells, helping him with his electrical work. He and Cody shared a special bond and were Bros.
The families of Myles would like to thank the Doctors and Nursing Staff at the Lethbridge Regional Hospital, Intensive Care Unit, especially Dr. Low and Dr. Kiared. Thank-you also to those who have made donations, and who have been supportive to those close to him during this difficult time.
Above all, Myles leaves behind a legacy of love, kindness, and generosity to his family and friends and will be deeply missed beyond words.
A Wake Service will be held on Thursday, April 25, 2019 at White Calf Community Hall, on the Blood Reserve beginning at 7 pm-12am.
The Funeral Service will be held on Friday, April 26, 2019 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, on the Blood Reserve beginning at 11 am.
The Interment will be held at St. Catherine’s Cemetery, Stand Off, Alberta.
Donations or E-transfers can be sent to [email protected].
Family and Friends are welcome to attend a meal at White Calf Community Hall. Condolences may be sent by CLICKING HERE.
LEGACY FUNERAL HOMES LTD., CARDSTON Assisting the Family. Phone 403-653-3222.
Myles is predeceased by his Great Grandparents Dick and Katie Wells, and, Sam and Elizabeth Wolfchild, Grandparents, Jim and Celina Twigg, uncles: Charlie, Tony, Sheldon, and Joshua Twigg, and Marvin Wells, aunties: Doreen Zuback, and Kimberley Twigg, along with special cousins, Lacey Twigg, Wade Wells, and Grayson Wells (Smith).
Myles was raised on the Blood Reserve in the Old Agency Area by his Mother Annette. From the start Myles was always a positive person and one to find the bright side in any situation, his mother remembers a special time when he was only a year old and would sing to her, “Don’t Worry, Be Happy.” Melting her heart and taking away any stress she felt at the time. Throughout the years and into his marriage, Myles eventually lived in the various surrounding communities of Lethbridge, Old Agency and Fort Macleod. He and his family usually not living too far from his mom and sisters, and Nancy’s family.
Growing up he began playing hockey at the young age of 5 years old with the Kainai Minor Hockey Association, eventually he moved on to play midget hockey in Fort Macleod where he was noticed and picked up by an AA Team in the Crowsnest Pass. Myles played many years in the Treaty 7 Hockey Tournaments and in the Native Hockey Provincials. During his years playing hockey Myles was coached by: his uncle Kirby Wells, Edmund Wolf Child, Wilbur Yellow Old Woman, and his dad. While playing in the Crowsnest Pass he moved in with his Grandfather Jim Twigg, his Godmother Carolyn, and his Uncle Wayne in Fort Macleod so that he can go to school at FP Walshe. During this time he developed a special bond with his Grandpa Jim. He eventually graduated from Kainai High School.
While going to school in Kainai, Myles fell in love with Nancy Weasel Fat. Together they created a precious little family. He was always proud of his daughters, Hannah and Miley, and recently would show off is baby boy Badger Rope Wells to everyone and anyone. Myles was always a loving, protective father, who involved his children in various sports and activities. Always together, He and Nancy loved taking them to rodeos, where the girls would enter the calf riding and dummy roping. They also loved watching the girls play soccer and watching Hannah play basketball.
Myles had a deep passion for rodeo, specifically bull riding. When he was a young boy he wanted to follow in the footsteps of his favourite rodeo uncles, Charlie and Sheldon. He collected old cowboy hats from all his uncles, and took care of them as though they were new. At the age of 11 years old, Myles began riding steers and eventually moved into bull riding. Throughout the years he won over 6 titles, however, he was eventually sidelined with a broken arm, and in that time he began making bull ropes. Although, he had been braiding and learning different bull rope making techniques since he was 5 years old, it was not until he was unable to ride that he began selling them. Myles’ business, Myles Wolf Wells Bull Ropes, eventually began growing and growing, especially since he was the only maker in North America who could tie a specific knot that was popular with Professional Bull Riders. The highlights of his business were when one Professional Bull Rider posed with his rope for a picture and talked about the rope and its maker during an interview. Another was that at last year’s National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas, 3 of the Professional Bull Riders were using his ropes. He had a unique talent that will be sadly missed.
Throughout the years, Myles also worked at various places, including: Big Rock Electric, Fort Macleod Auction, Structural Truss, Bouvry Exports, Triple M Housing and various Farms and Ranches around Fort Macleod and Lethbridge. He especially loved the times he worked as a helper to Cody Wells, helping him with his electrical work. He and Cody shared a special bond and were Bros.
The families of Myles would like to thank the Doctors and Nursing Staff at the Lethbridge Regional Hospital, Intensive Care Unit, especially Dr. Low and Dr. Kiared. Thank-you also to those who have made donations, and who have been supportive to those close to him during this difficult time.
Above all, Myles leaves behind a legacy of love, kindness, and generosity to his family and friends and will be deeply missed beyond words.
A Wake Service will be held on Thursday, April 25, 2019 at White Calf Community Hall, on the Blood Reserve beginning at 7 pm-12am.
The Funeral Service will be held on Friday, April 26, 2019 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, on the Blood Reserve beginning at 11 am.
The Interment will be held at St. Catherine’s Cemetery, Stand Off, Alberta.
Donations or E-transfers can be sent to [email protected].
Family and Friends are welcome to attend a meal at White Calf Community Hall. Condolences may be sent by CLICKING HERE.
LEGACY FUNERAL HOMES LTD., CARDSTON Assisting the Family. Phone 403-653-3222.