Jenna Rhianna Mayes, born November 24, 1993, left us on October 27, 2022, too soon at the age of 28. Jenna was a member of the Wikwemikong Unceded Territory.
It is with a heavy heart and great sadness that we announce that our sweet baby girl Jenna, has left us for the spirit world.
Loving daughter to Karen White-Pitawanakwat and Randy Mayes (partner Rey Chauret). Loving sister to Julianna Mayes and Randy Pitawanakwat (partner Paula Pelletier) and beloved aunt to Delilah Ewer-Mayes and Rory Pitawanakwat. Loving stepdaughter of Richard Whissell. Loving granddaughter to Beulah Mayes. Beloved godchild and niece to Margaret E. Pitawanakwat. Granddaughter of the late Sandra Pitawanakwat. Great granddaughter of the late Angeline and Wilfred Kimewon. Great granddaughter of the late Victoria and Philip Pitawanakwat. Also, great granddaughter of the late Diane Mayes.
Beloved niece to Caldin Kimewon (partner Rachel George and family). Godchild to Edward (Pogo) Pitawanakwat. Jenna will be missed by her many great aunts and uncles and her many cousins and friends.
She had a special relationship in Ottawa with her extended family. She will be sadly missed by her special dear friend Alexandre (Alex) Smith who spent many years with her and loved her very much.
During her time in Ottawa, she loved spending time with her sister Julianna and niece Delilah Ewer-Mayes and especially her grandma Beulah. She was such a beautiful spirit and brought happiness to everyone.
Jenna’s smile would light up every room she went in and her sweet gentle voice will be remembered fondly and deep in our hearts. Jenna had a passion for music and often shared songs she loved with her older brother.
Jenna loved long walks and going on adventures regardless of the time of year. She loved being outdoors and felt at peace with nature with her favorite songs playing on her playlist or listening to the sounds of the birds and trees.
Her love for traditional ceremony and dancing Fancy Shawl was a true gift she offered to us all. She began learning to hoop dance. She and her mom made her hoops together.
Family, friends and supporters, may pay their respects at the Odawa Native Friendship Centre, located in the Rideau High School located at 815 St. Laurent Blvd, in Ottawa, ON, on Tuesday, November 1, from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm, for an informal gathering. A welcome prayer and drumming will commence at 12:00 pm.
Food and snacks will be provided.
The family requests that donations in Jenna’s memory can be made to Tewegan Housing for Aboriginal Youth.
https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/aboriginal-youth-non-profit-housing-corporation-of-ottawa/
Digital Guestbook
Dina Chipouline
Marianne Marando
My deepest condolences. I am so very sorry for your loss.
Heather Lewis
Dear Karen and Randy:
I am so terribly sorry for your loss. May Jenna’s memory be a blessing.
Much love,
Heather
Tanya Andrejas
Dear Karen, Randy and Family.
I am so sorry for your loss. There are no words. Sending love during this time and always.
Wai Chu Cheng
I am saddened to hear your loss, Karen, Randy and family. Thinking about your beautiful memory of Jenna. Sending you lots of love.
Irene kanurkas
Dear Karen and Randy,
I am so sorry for your loss. Words fail to express such deep sorrow. May the memory of Jenna's radiant beauty shine in your hearts forever.
Heather Lewis
Dear Karen and Randy. I am so terribly sorry to hear about your loss. May Jenna's memory be a blessing.
With love,
Heather
Basant Elkady
My deepest condolences to Karen, Randy and the entire family for this sad news.
Adrian Ciani
Dear Randy and Karen,
I am so sorry for the pain you must be feeling. While I never knew her, I sense that she had a kind and gracious soul. May she be in eternal peace and contentment.
Helen Kwok
Dear Randy and Karen,
My sincerest condolences for your loss.
Dear Randy,
Please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of your sister Jenna. What a loss. I am so sorry.