Edward McKAY

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McKAY: Edward T. McKay, “Pehan Ho nahonpe” (Hears The Crane Calling) passed away peacefully at his home on December 13, 2015. Edward was born to Eric and Rachel McKay on April 16, 1961 and grew up and was raised in a traditional Dakota family and tiospaye. A true Dakota Ikce Wicasa (common man), Edward lived his life simple and traditionally. Blessed with a wonderful voice he enjoyed singing and took every opportunity to share his voice at ceremonies, particularly the sundance. He enjoyed his time spent making drums and eagle whistles. He also loved spending time with family and the presence of his cherished grandchildren: Peyton, Brianna, Liam, Beatrix, Emmet, Katyana, Mariah, Kashtin and Zade. Edward is predeceased by both his parents: Eric and Rachel; his five older siblings: Linda, Leon, Debra, Willis and Austin. He is survived by his wife Rose; adopted son Brent Sauthoff; children: Andrea, Jodi, Kelly and Aimee Jo; brothers: Aaron (Sandra), Marshall (Melinda), Franklin (Jaci), and Kenneth (Carrie); sisters: Shirley (Howard), Lena (Glen) and Heather. He is also survived by many nephews and nieces. Service will be held at The Sioux Valley Veterans Hall on Thursday, December 17, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. Interment will follow at 2:00 p.m. at The Sioux Valley Anglican Cemetery. A very special thank you to Dr. Riche, Dr. Khan and the staff at The Renal Health Unit at The Brandon Assiniboine Centre.

As published in Brandon Sun on Dec 17, 2015