Melvin Plain Eagle

PLAIN EAGLE "MINOOKII" MINOOKII (MELVIN JAMES) PLAIN EAGLE passed away in Lethbridge on Tuesday, July 16, 2013 at the age of 62 years. Melvin was born on March 16, 1951 in Pincher Creek, AB. Melvin attended St. Cyprian Residential School from 1957 to 1963. He later attended the Peigan Day School until 1967. Melvin worked with CP Rail, Johnson Sawmill, Peigan Range Riders and various Peigan Nation Agencies. He was an avid sports fan who enjoyed participating, and for many years he was involved in the rodeo circuit riding Bareback. He was a buffalo rider in the Calgary Stampede. Melvin also played fastball for the Peigan Mohawks and was a part of the Brocket Cadets. He especially enjoyed hanging out with his friends and sharing stories. Most of all, he enjoyed the time and memories he shared with his family. Melvin is survived by his children and grandchildren; Marvin (Crystil), Cynthia (Tim), Wanda (Brett), Brian (Sherida), 13 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren, his dog (Gus) and best friends Cecil Wolf Tail, Mills Big Bull and Jim Potts. His mother; Margaret, Auntie; Catherine George, Brothers; Les (Florence), Stanford (Shannon), Richard (Noreen), Douglas (Sheena), Cameron (Brenda), Calvin (Tammy), Ru, Special Nephews: Terrance and Wade. Sisters; Audrey, Beverly (George), Laura (Doug), numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his wife; Bridget No Chief, father; Jim, Brothers: Gary and Harvey, Sister; Judy, Son; Randy, Special brother-in-law; Nelbert and Uncle; Tom George. With Heavy Hearts, we say goodbye to Melvin, but we know he will be in the company of the love of his life, his wife, Bridget. The family will gather for Mass Service at St. Cyprian Anglican Church on Saturday, July 20, 2013 at 1:00 pm with Arch Deacon Sidney Black officiating. The Wake Service will immediately follow and will be held at Margaret Plain Eagle residence on the Piikani Nation, July 20 and all day on July 21. The Funeral Service is set for Monday, July 22, 2013 at 1:00 pm at PIIKANI COMMUNITY HALL with interment to follow at Brocket Cemetery, Piikani Nation. The Plain Eagle family would like to invite you to a meal and a tribute at the Piikani Community Hall after the interment.

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