Donna Little Light (Big Old Man)

With extremely broken hearts, we are saddened to announce the passing of our Matriarch, PIIKSAKI (Bird Woman) Donna Little Light (Big Old Man) on August 1st, 2025.

Donna was born at the Blackfoot hospital, Siksika Nation, on January 10th, 1943. Donna attended the Old Sun Residential School.

Donna was known for her strong work ethic and compassionate spirit. She began her career at the Siksika Shelter, where she provided comfort and support to those in need. Later, she extended her care to the Siksika Elders Lodge, ensuring the well-being and comfort of the community’s respected elders. However, the majority of Donna’s working years were spent at the Chief Old Sun School, where she served as a custodian. In this role, she took immense pride in maintaining a clean and welcoming environment for the students and staff, becoming a familiar and cherished face in the school community.

Donna’s commitment to her work was matched by her love for her family and her deep connection to Siksika traditions. She will be remembered for her kindness, her unwavering dedication, and the positive influence she had on all who knew her.

Donna’s favourite pastimes were playing bingo, watching Family Feud, enjoying family events, going for her daily walks with her brother Gordy, and talking for hours on the phone with numerous family and friends. Getting her back massaged by her granddaughters

Donna is survived by her sons, Garret (Vivian) Little Light, Jody Big Old Man and daughter Stacey (Glenn) Running Rabbit. Her sisters are Ina Maguire, Joyce Maguire, Jaylene Maguire (Randy), Pinky, Karen (Mario), Lucy Wright (Ted), Rita Many Guns, Myrna (Morris) Running Rabbit, Brenda Red Crow, Letty Red Crow, and Sharon Red Crow. Brothers, Allan (Jennifer) Medicine Traveller, Gordan Red Crow, Gary Red Crow, Reynold Medicine Traveller, George Wright, Brian Wright.

Grandchildren, Jonie(Kathy) Big Old Man, Emily Duck Chief, Chanelle (Ty) Little Chief, Baby Garret (Lalatte) Wild Cat, Taylor Wild Cat, Savannah Little Light, Genna Little Light, Jessica Paul & Cameron Water Chief, JT Running Rabbit, Blake(Erica) Running Rabbit, Logan(Cynthia) Running Rabbit, Dallyn Big Old Man, Tia Calf Robe, Alvin Big Old Man, Jasmine Running Rabbit, Drew(Edna) Running Rabbit, Madden Running Rabbit, Timothy Back Fat, Riley Back Fat, Allison Back Fat, River Black Rider, Lake Black Rider, Hudson Black Rider, Atlantic Black Rider.

Great Grandchildren, Sayder(Layla) Duck Chief, Dannilyn Water Chief, Mariah Currie, Abigail Little Chief, Madison Little Chief, Kaliyah Wild Cat, Lyla Wild Cat, Ava Wild Cat, Roman Wild Cat, Faron Wild Cat, Zane Wild Cat, Logan Jr. Pretty Young Man, DaShae & Laken, Elayna Calf Robe, Jayce Spring Chief, Alex & Liam Running Rabbit, Jasper, Cadus & Lola Many Heads. Evan, Alex & Liam Paul, Azayla Stabsdown, Carter & Isaiah.

Extended Families, Big Old Man, White Fat, Maguire, Wright, Brass, Poor Eagle, Medicine Traveller, Emma & Mary Running Rabbit Families, Black.
We apologize if we missed anyone, as grandma loved and knew a lot of people, young and old.

Donna was predeceased by her husband, Arthur Little Light Jr. "Sonny". Sons Alvin Big Old Man, Faron Big Old Man & Archie Big Old Man. Parents Annie Maguire (White Fat) Luke Big Old Man (Wright). Sisters Dolly Creighton, Priscilla Three Suns, Ruth Majoras, and Evelyn Weasel Head. Brothers Harold Wright, Adrian Big Old Man, Casey Maguire, Larry Low Horn, Rusty Wright.

A memorial service will be held to celebrate Donna’s life on Wednesday, August 6th, at 11 am. Relatives and friends are welcome to view at 9 AM. The family would like to thank the Siksika Elders Lodge Staff, Siksika Home Care, Foothills Hospital Unit 42, Siksika EMS and all those people for your generous donations, thoughts, and prayers.

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