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Wahbonnigoonnaybeek- Lou-Ann Bombay (Brown), Atik O’dotem (Caribou clan), began her journey to the spirit world on the morning of February 18, 2025. She was 64 years old. She was born on November 1, 1960, in Emo, to Elizabeth and Benjiman Brown Sr. Lou-Ann was a well-respected member of the Rainy River First Nation community.
Lou-Ann was a beloved Mother, Wife, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother, Aunt, Sister and Friend. She is survived by her husband Murray, children; Elizabeth (Brian), Maria, and Tiffany. Along with her Grandchildren Molly, Drew, Rowdy, Pryce, Brianne, Benni-Lou, Rayann and Great-Grandson Greyson. Siblings; Bernice, Elaine, Evangeline, Lucille, and Patsy and many relatives and friends.
Lou-Ann is predeceased by her son Richard and parents Benjamin Sr. and Elizabeth. Her siblings; Roy, Eugene, Benjamin Jr., Ernest, Loretta, and Cecil.
Lou-Ann’s hobbies included playing bingo, card games, sewing, gardening, cooking, specially making bannock, and fishing. She also enjoyed spending time with family and friends, attending Pow Wow’s, and dancing Jingle Dress.
Lou-Ann played an integral role in advocating for fishing rights for Rainy River First Nation and all Treaty 3 people. She also excelled in her academics, receiving the Deans Medal in the health field. Lou-Ann dedicated a majority of career in various roles for the community of Rainy River First Nation and was well known for her strong work ethic.
Lou-Anns greatest love was the time she spent with her husband, children, grandchildren and great-grandchild.
A traditional Wake will be held on Friday February 21, 2025, at 4:00pm at Rainy River First Nations gymnasium.
A Traditional Service commencing at 10:00 am on Saturday, February 22, 2025, by Elder Albert Hunter and helpers.
Interment will take place at Rainy River First Nation Traditional Cemetery in Rainy River First Nation, with a luncheon to follow at RRFN gymnasium.
Tuesday February 18th 2025
Death notice for the town of: Emo, Province: Ontario
death notice Lou-Ann Bombay Tuesday February 18th 2025
obituaries notice Lou-Ann Bombay Tuesday February 18th 2025
We offer our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Lou-Ann Bombay Tuesday February 18th 2025 and hope that their memory may be a source of comfort during this difficult time. Your thoughts and kind words are greatly appreciated.
