Jaden Seann Joseph
Ozaawabines
February 3, 2000 May 12 2025
Guardian Spirit
Wapshki Mukwa/Polar Bear
Caribou Clan/Dodem
It is with deepest sorrow and broken hearts we announce the sudden, unexpected passing of our beloved son, Jaden Seann Joseph (Ozaawabines) on May 12, 2025 at Lake of the Woods District Hospital.
Jaden leaves us in tears but take solace and comfort on his journey to the spirit world to be with his Kokum- Barbara White, Papa- Alfred Henry, Papa Donald Kelly, Kokum Isobel Cowley. Big Kokum- Elizabeth Joseph and Shoomis- Harry Joseph. Aunties- Sharon Lowe, Pakook, Yvonne Marie. Uncles- Gabriel White, Kelvin, Frankoose, Menis, Lawrence, William, Derek, and Dwayne. Cousins- Ryan and Devon Lowe, Callie and Evan Joseph, Sierra and Colton Joseph.
Jaden (Ozawaabines) was the loving son of Yvette Joseph and Shaun White who will forever cherish his memory. Jaden leaves behind to mourn his brothers- Gabe and Rylan(Poopoo), his girlfriend Tashawn Ashopenace Payash, Kokum Mary Ann Joseph, Papa Dan Kelly (Jimeese), Aunties- Lena, Amy (Joey), Mellisa Lowe, Geraldine (Earl), Pris S. Uncles-Teg (Ally), George Lowe (Wanda), Vincent (Margaret), Jason (Sandra), Calvin (Serena), Darryl (Ann), Brian (Rochelle). Cousins-Austin, Landon, Cohen, Danien, Jacob, Levi, Eliza, Tara, Apollo, Pharoah, Donovan, Keanna, Brent, Kashtin, Trinity, Chantel, Tiff, Bretton, Alberta, Marielle, Troy, Chaston, Melayah, Kaylix, Danielle, Taryn, Monica, Karen, Ginnette, Nikki and Jocelyn. Also leaves to mourn his best friend, Precious, his best buddies Reese, Aryis, Isiah, Shane, Tai, Cayne and Isaac. And many more too numerous to mention.
Jaden (Ozawaabines) was a cherished son, caring brother, devoted boyfriend, beloved grandson and dedicated friend to countless people whose lives he touched with his warmth and compassion. Jaden’s spirit was gentle, compassionate and ever nurturing. From an early age he possessed an innate ability to connect deeply with others. His spirit, strength, sensitive nature and caring heart made him a beloved son, brother and a great friend to all he encountered and met in his life.
Jaden at an early age loved and enjoyed playing the game of hockey and was a natural at it, often making his opponents look like pylons as he would whizz by them as he was fast as the wind. He looked like a roadrunner on skates. Jaden graduated from a mechanical course at Beaver Brae Secondary School and was very proud of this accomplishment. Jaden grew up an adventurous kid who enjoyed the outdoors. He loved and enjoyed spending time with his family at the cabin in Black River. He spent countless hours gaming it up on his Xbox and PS5 with his friends and adored the special movie nights with his girlfriend. Jaden loved riding the skidoo in the winters and 4- wheeling in the summers. He also loved to fish but lamented the fact he couldn’t eat what he caught as he was allergic to eating fish. Jaden was also extremely close to his Kokum- Mary Ann and would fondly recall and laugh out loud and tell the stories of when he was about 5 or 6 of fighting over who would be Kokums Favorite grandson with his cousin Jacob.
Meegwech to Naotkamegwaaning First Nation, Band Office, Naotkamegwanning Education Authority, KCA, Ree White, Rodney Crow, Mark Jr/ Forrest , Felicia, Ann, Sammy, Loranda and Moon. For their support and donations.
Wake will be held to celebrate Jadens Life on Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at Peshigoneb Community Centre in Naotkamegwanning First Nation beginning at 1:00pm.
Traditional funeral service and burial to follow on Thursday May 22, 2025 at 11:00 am with Elder Howard Copenace officiating.
We are truly blessed and grateful to have had you as our son, brother, nephew, cousin and friend. You will be greatly missed and loved forever. You touched so many lives and will live on forever in our hearts and memories.
“Giga-waabamin Miinawaa”
‘We will see you again”