Sheila Ann Kirkrude (Miskwaanakwad Binesii-Ikwe) Sadly the family announces the sudden passing of Sheila Ann Kirkrude 49, of Rainy River First Nations on Saturday July 8, 2017. Sheila was born on December 11, 1967 in Rainy River, ON to Alvin Copenace and Florence Gibbins. She spent her early work life as a Junior Forest Ranger and enjoyed many years working at various resorts on Lake of The Woods. She loved to cook, bead regalia, participate in powwows and jingle dress dancing. She loved spending time with family and her many friends. She had a bubbly and attractive personality. Her smile and laugh are unforgettable. She proudly lived her traditional ways. Sheila we will be greatly missed by her partner Blake Kesick, her children Nathen DeBungee (Martina Mamakwa.), Charles DeBungee ( Melissa Anderson), Sheena DeBungee, adopted son Alphonse Nolan (Angela), step son Coleton Kesick; and her grandchildren Lynkston, Jace and Kyson. Sheila is survived by her parents Alvin Copenace and Florence Gibbins , her siblings Linda Baraga (James), Mary Gibbins, Dean Gibbins (Traci Landon), George Brown, Jim (Jeanette) Copenace, Denise Copenace, Clayton Copenace, numerous aunts, uncles and nieces and nephews. Sheila was predeceased by her father Alexander Gibbins, and brothers Dwayne Copenace, Frederick Kirkrude, and John Gibbins. A traditional wake will be held on Tuesday July 11, 2017 from 4 p.m. at the Big Grassy First Nation Community Hall followed by a traditional service on Wednesday July 12, 2017 at 10 a.m. with Elder Harry Windego officiating. Interment will take place in Big Grassy First Nation Cemetery. Active Pallbearers will be Coleton Kesick, Chris Jack, John Copenace, James Baraga, William Brandon, Wesley DeBungee. Honourary Pallbearers will be: Rhonda Big George, Debbie Brown, Roberta Bird, Cheryl Morrison, and Curtis Copenace. If desired memorial donations may be made to the charity of your choice in Sheila's memory, c/o Northridge Funeral Home, Box 89, Emo, ON, P0W 1E0.