Harrison Gilmore Wolf Child Sr.
Naamsstatomaahka
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our loving father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend on May 10, 2024, in Cardston, Alberta surrounded by his family. Harrison was born on November 29, 1939.
Harrison leaves behind his children; Sylvia, Molly, Donald (Joyce), Rose (Stan), Harrison, Margaret, and Christine (Bobby); 26 grandchildren, 40 great grandchildren, and 9 great, great grandchildren; brothers; Phillip Wolf Child, Jimmy Door, Lucious Plume, and Chris Plume. Sister, Alice Wolf Child. Adopted sister’s, Evelyn, Susan, Justine, Florence, Doreen, and Irene Onepennee; adopted Children, Ivan Singer, Marcel and Verda Weasel Head, Maria, and Karl Russell, and Jackie Crying Head; and nieces and nephews, too numerous to mention.
In his early years, Harrison attended St. Paul’s Residential School; two years later, he became sick. Due to his illness, Harrison was sent to Edmonton Camsell Hospital for several years. Harrison’s native tongue was the Blackfoot language, but during his time in Camsell, he adjusted and familiarized himself with the Cree language.
In 1958, he met his lifelong friend, Mary Rose Gros Ventre Boy and together they had 8 children. Harrison and Mary Rose lived in a tiny white house with Grandma Alice. In 1980, they moved into their own home where they raised their children. Both Harrison and Mary Rose found employment in Vauxhall, Taber, and Raymond. Years later, Harrison worked for various farmers in surrounding areas, where he made numerous friends. Harrison’s last remembered positions were working with the Blood Tribe EMS, and later, he worked security at the Blood Tribe Administration Building. One fond memory Harrison had while working as an EMS was when he helped delivered a baby.
In his early years, Harrison began singing with Leo Wolf Child Sr and Percy Plain Woman. Harrison loved to sing powwow and would travel throughout the United States and Canada to attend various powwows, where his drum group placed in many drumming contests. Later in life, Harrison shared his love for powwow singing and would attend Levern School and Tatsikiisaapo’p Middle School to teach the children how to sing. Harrison hosted a track and field with Leo Wolf Child Sr for several years. Harrison also enjoyed playing handgames with family and friends.
Harrison enjoyed breaking horses and long horse rides with his nephews; he owned cattle that his children and grandchildren would help feed every morning. Regardless of the early mornings, his children loved spending every moment with their dad. When Harrison’s youngest son Tex played hockey, Harrison became his coach and together they travelled to many games and tournaments. Harrison always supported and encouraged his children in every sport they competed in. He coached his daughters’ fastball team. He was very stern with his children during games, but it encouraged them to be disciplined. Harrison enjoyed his sports; boxing was a personal favourite in his early years. Harrison’s God-given speed earned him a name with the local track & field events. Harrison’s grandchildren would always visit him and spend the night most times. Harrison loved the song “Jesus Loves Me” and would get his grandchildren to sing it with him. His grandchildren always lent a helping hand and loved spending time with grandpa. When Harrison was able to walk, he would get his grandchildren to go for a short walk with him. He did so much for his children and grandchildren and just wanted a good life for his family. Harrison loved all his children and grandchildren and was proud of them all.
Harrison believed in all different religions and beliefs. He joined the Brave Eagle Society and would often sing for the bundle holders and Buffalo Women Society. Harrison started the Youth Men Society with Bernard Shouting. The society had a membership of 300 Blood males; they hosted an annual social powwow every December, which was supported by the reserve. Harrison was also a member of the Sorrel Horse Society. He would host all night smokes and would pray for everyone. On many occasions when his children and grandchildren would visit, he would have the traditional paint on his face, or he would be taking it off. Harrison would attend church with his daughter Margaret and her family.
Harrison is predeceased by his parents, Joe and Alice Wolf Child; siblings, Ed Calf Robe, Bertha Crying Head (Wolf Child), Tony, and Allen Wolf Child; son Tex Gros Ventre Boy; grandchildren, Cameron, Kim, Courtney Gros Ventre Boy, and Brandon Crying Head; great grandchildren, Ty and Kyle Chief Moon, Aiden, Phillip, and Deshawn Gros Ventre Boy, Amelia White Man, Rose Mary and Gracie Gros Ventre Boy; great-great grandson Zaine Running Rabbit.
Harrison will be deeply missed by all who knew him. The family would like to thank Dr. Eagle Bear and the nursing staff at the Cardston Hospital for taking good care of Harrison during the past few months. The family apologies for anyone that was missed.
A Wake Service will be held at Senator Gladstone Hall, Blood Reserve on Friday, May 24 from 7:00 - 11:00 pm. The Funeral Service will be held at Senator Gladstone Hall on Saturday, May 25 at 12:00 pm. Interment to take place at Pioneer Cemetery, Levern.
Naamsstatomaahka
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our loving father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend on May 10, 2024, in Cardston, Alberta surrounded by his family. Harrison was born on November 29, 1939.
Harrison leaves behind his children; Sylvia, Molly, Donald (Joyce), Rose (Stan), Harrison, Margaret, and Christine (Bobby); 26 grandchildren, 40 great grandchildren, and 9 great, great grandchildren; brothers; Phillip Wolf Child, Jimmy Door, Lucious Plume, and Chris Plume. Sister, Alice Wolf Child. Adopted sister’s, Evelyn, Susan, Justine, Florence, Doreen, and Irene Onepennee; adopted Children, Ivan Singer, Marcel and Verda Weasel Head, Maria, and Karl Russell, and Jackie Crying Head; and nieces and nephews, too numerous to mention.
In his early years, Harrison attended St. Paul’s Residential School; two years later, he became sick. Due to his illness, Harrison was sent to Edmonton Camsell Hospital for several years. Harrison’s native tongue was the Blackfoot language, but during his time in Camsell, he adjusted and familiarized himself with the Cree language.
In 1958, he met his lifelong friend, Mary Rose Gros Ventre Boy and together they had 8 children. Harrison and Mary Rose lived in a tiny white house with Grandma Alice. In 1980, they moved into their own home where they raised their children. Both Harrison and Mary Rose found employment in Vauxhall, Taber, and Raymond. Years later, Harrison worked for various farmers in surrounding areas, where he made numerous friends. Harrison’s last remembered positions were working with the Blood Tribe EMS, and later, he worked security at the Blood Tribe Administration Building. One fond memory Harrison had while working as an EMS was when he helped delivered a baby.
In his early years, Harrison began singing with Leo Wolf Child Sr and Percy Plain Woman. Harrison loved to sing powwow and would travel throughout the United States and Canada to attend various powwows, where his drum group placed in many drumming contests. Later in life, Harrison shared his love for powwow singing and would attend Levern School and Tatsikiisaapo’p Middle School to teach the children how to sing. Harrison hosted a track and field with Leo Wolf Child Sr for several years. Harrison also enjoyed playing handgames with family and friends.
Harrison enjoyed breaking horses and long horse rides with his nephews; he owned cattle that his children and grandchildren would help feed every morning. Regardless of the early mornings, his children loved spending every moment with their dad. When Harrison’s youngest son Tex played hockey, Harrison became his coach and together they travelled to many games and tournaments. Harrison always supported and encouraged his children in every sport they competed in. He coached his daughters’ fastball team. He was very stern with his children during games, but it encouraged them to be disciplined. Harrison enjoyed his sports; boxing was a personal favourite in his early years. Harrison’s God-given speed earned him a name with the local track & field events. Harrison’s grandchildren would always visit him and spend the night most times. Harrison loved the song “Jesus Loves Me” and would get his grandchildren to sing it with him. His grandchildren always lent a helping hand and loved spending time with grandpa. When Harrison was able to walk, he would get his grandchildren to go for a short walk with him. He did so much for his children and grandchildren and just wanted a good life for his family. Harrison loved all his children and grandchildren and was proud of them all.
Harrison believed in all different religions and beliefs. He joined the Brave Eagle Society and would often sing for the bundle holders and Buffalo Women Society. Harrison started the Youth Men Society with Bernard Shouting. The society had a membership of 300 Blood males; they hosted an annual social powwow every December, which was supported by the reserve. Harrison was also a member of the Sorrel Horse Society. He would host all night smokes and would pray for everyone. On many occasions when his children and grandchildren would visit, he would have the traditional paint on his face, or he would be taking it off. Harrison would attend church with his daughter Margaret and her family.
Harrison is predeceased by his parents, Joe and Alice Wolf Child; siblings, Ed Calf Robe, Bertha Crying Head (Wolf Child), Tony, and Allen Wolf Child; son Tex Gros Ventre Boy; grandchildren, Cameron, Kim, Courtney Gros Ventre Boy, and Brandon Crying Head; great grandchildren, Ty and Kyle Chief Moon, Aiden, Phillip, and Deshawn Gros Ventre Boy, Amelia White Man, Rose Mary and Gracie Gros Ventre Boy; great-great grandson Zaine Running Rabbit.
Harrison will be deeply missed by all who knew him. The family would like to thank Dr. Eagle Bear and the nursing staff at the Cardston Hospital for taking good care of Harrison during the past few months. The family apologies for anyone that was missed.
A Wake Service will be held at Senator Gladstone Hall, Blood Reserve on Friday, May 24 from 7:00 - 11:00 pm. The Funeral Service will be held at Senator Gladstone Hall on Saturday, May 25 at 12:00 pm. Interment to take place at Pioneer Cemetery, Levern.