Obituary of Marlin Robert Running Rabbit

“Sahkomaapiina”

December 5, 1974 – Bassano, Alberta

October 4, 2023 – Siksika Nation, Alberta

It is with great difficulty and heavy hearts we announce the sudden passing of Our Marlin at the age of 48.

Marlin is survived by his loving children, whom he cherished, Hillary, Marlin Jr., and Aliannah Running Rabbit; adopted daughter Caitlyn Weasel Child; their mother Karia Red Gun; special friends Janelle Big Throat and her daughter Dakota and boys, Carrie Stevens, and Jamie Yellow Fly.

He also leaves to mourn his parents, Morris & Myrna Running Rabbit; his siblings, April (Manuel), Stacey (Ken), Brendin (Stacey), and his baby sisters, Brooklyn Red Crow, Renee Young, Valerie & Madonna Red Crow.

He always acknowledged and showed his loving care for all his special nieces and nephews, Destin, Shelby (Kody), Leo, Quincy, Skylar, Sage, Jojo, Straeden, Nika, Annie, Alex, Isiah, and Morris Running Rabbit, Dre Little Light (Tianna), Mirrah, Khloe & Pretty Watson, Matti Big Tobacco, Sarah (Cole) and Stephanie (Keelan) Red Crow; God children, Ellery (Slim) Sitting Eagle, Savannah Wild Cat, Virginia Red Crow, Sage, Nika, Annie, and Alex Running Rabbit; great-niece and nephews, Kinsley, Hayze, and Stetson; aunties, Rita Many Guns, Brenda, Letty Red Crow, Sharon Sitting Eagle, Grace Young, Marlene Solway, Lena Running Rabbit, Colleen (Lionel) Two Horns, Joanne (Stuart) Scout, Rita (Clarence) Running Rabbit; and uncles, Allan (Jennifer) Medicine Traveller, Gordon, Gary, and Reynold Medicine Traveller, Allan (Josie), Garry (Karen), and Wes (Birdie) Running Rabbit.

Marlin was predeceased by his biological father Robert Young; his partner Lenora Running Rabbit; grandparents, Allan & Virginia Medicine Traveller, Joe & Annie Running Rabbit, Jimmy & Louise Young; uncles, Arnold Running Rabbit, Emil Red Crow, Johnny, Andy, Neil and Aldon Young, Donald Yellow Fly, Terry Many Guns and Malcolm Sitting Eagle; aunts, Harvina & Linda Red Crow, Sheila Running Rabbit, Lorraine, Slyvia, Constance, Nelly, and Faith Young; cousins/brothers, Jody Bear Hat, Tuffy, Rambert, Kelly, Jason, Darcy Red Crow, Shane Yellow Fly, Sheldon Young, Patrick Bear Hat, Ian Montour, Desmond Two Horns, Archie Little Light; sisters, Leslie and Brightstar Young, Anita Many Guns, Sherry Running Rabbit.

Marlin was blessed with many great-uncles and aunts. He is also survived by the Medicine Traveller/Red Crow, Running Rabbit, Young families and many, many family loved ones.

He made his Cursillo and Pilgrimages here in Siksika. He was a physically strong athlete and enjoyed playing hockey. Marlin also loved and excelled in Rodeo, Riding Steers and Bull riding, not to mention, he was an excellent horseman & ranch hand. Marlin tried Bareback and he said, “it’s not for this Cowboy.” He would accompany his family to hockey games and many Rodeos, in addition to his favorite past time, Golf. He would instruct better & simpler ways to do things just to help Dad, his best friend. He also assisted in chores and things around the family ranch. Marlin enjoyed that precious time, when he would be alone spending time with his Dad and Brother Buddy. He also taught his nephew Quincy a few tips in bull riding. Before he would go home, he would go shopping in Mom’s cupboards. When he was done, Marlin would say “Mom, what time do you open tomorrow?”

Marlin was close with all his cousins and addressed them as Brothers/Sisters. He was close to his Aunties Sharon Sitting Eagle and Rita Running Rabbit. We mustn’t forget his dog Kayos, Major, and his neighbor dog friend Riley.

Marlin’s lifestyle changed with his addictions in the last few years that was hard for his family to accept. He was a strong believer in God and always told his Mom and Dad, “I’ll be okay, don’t worry about me, just have a Red one for me.” He always expressed his love to his parents, brother, sisters, sister-in-law and brothers-in-law.

Marlin was loved by so many because of his kind, gentle, friendly and loving ways.

The family apologizes if there are any names we may have missed. The family would like to thank Chief and Council, Siksika EMS, Gleichen RCMP and everyone who has kept the family in prayer, the many donations and financial support during this difficult time.

Wake Services will be held at the Residence of Marlin Running Rabbit (House #418, Map 3C, Siksika Nation, AB) on Monday, October 9, 2023 at 6:00 p.m.

Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Holy Trinity Catholic Church (Siksika Nation, AB) on Tuesday, October 10, 2023 at 12:00 p.m., with Father Naveed officiating. Graveside Service to follow at Paul Little Walker Cemetery (Siksika Nation, AB). Condolences, memories, and photos may be shared and viewed at www.MHFH.com.

In living memory of Marlin Running Rabbit, a tree will be planted in the Ann & Sandy Cross Conservation Area by McInnis & Holloway Funeral Homes, Eastside, 5388 Memorial Drive NE, Calgary, AB T2A 3V9 Telephone: 403-248-8585.