ayôhkan napew
‘Spirit Man’’
January 22, 1976 - February 10, 2024
Arden joined his daughter Kaliyah Marie and grandchild in the spirit world after his sudden passing on a cold winter morning, the warm embrace of kihcī manitou and all of those who passed before us welcomed him.
Predeceased by his sweet girl Kaliyah and grandchild; great grandfather Felix; grandfather Harry; Kokum Emma; uncles Joey and Lloyd; aunties Ramona, Cynthia, Linda, and Dorothy (Nathan, Anthony, Joey); cousins Jeremy, Elvis, Shawna, Tristan, Gail; and nephew Marc.
Arden is survived by his partner Eva and his children who carry on his legacy Jordan, Tyrell, Taurell, Raiden, Anika, Tkeyah, Kingston, Jeremy, Tre`sean, Angel, and Thunder; grandchildren Isaiah, Sophia, Amelia, Carter, Kynnlee, Devonte`, Armani Rose, True, Treasure, Kayvon, and Miklo.
Arden’s memory is cherished by his mother Patricia; brother Danny; sister Tasheena (Chris), and his nīstaw David; mushom Roy, kokum Hazel, uncles Doug, and Gilbert (Lynn); and aunts Doris, Shelley (Lonny), Sharon (Lindsey), Janet, Vera, Viola, and Selena.
Arden fostered many strong bonds that went beyond that of a cousin, he leaves behind Adrian, Doug Jr., Felix, Gilbert, Jay, Jerry, Kimberley (Randall), Kip, Riella, Shannon, Sheldon, Sigourney, Tara (Charles),Tim, Leese, Lila, and Ryan; nieces Aleshawnee, Danielle, Lexi and Lindsay; nephews Creeseaux and Indi; nephew Keegan and nieces Desiree, Emma Rae, Sierra, and Taneaka, Alissa, and Steven. Arden’s extended family included the Wahpoosywan and Episkinew families and numerous relations and friends who had the privilege to know his true spirit.
Arden loved his wife Eva and all of his children deeply. There was a clear and beautiful duality of his persona that only those closest to him witnessed. Arden’s energetic warmth when he was happy and his strong character were the epitome of protection. His natural awareness of his loved ones emotions and security helped him love and protect them fiercely. Arden will live on in our hearts and memories.
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