Waasigan-binesiwag Ikwe
Beloved partner of Parker Strong, and her little love Phalen.
Courtney was a loving daughter, sister, auntie, granddaughter, niece, cousin, partner, and friend. She made friends everywhere she went, leaving a special place in the hearts of so many people along the way.
Courtney loved to socialize, she always joked around, and loved to make people laugh. Her laugh was so contagious that you couldn’t help but laugh with her. She loved to be around family, especially her parents, siblings, nieces and nephews. Court loved to fish, go for walks and hang out with friends. She was the sweetest, yet most intimidating person in the best way possible. She fought for what she believed in and stuck up for anyone in need. Her favourite food was pizza with a side of bepsi. She was always off on an adventure and always had silly stories of her family looking for her meanwhile she was just having fun.
Courtney grew up in Big Grassy, Kenora and Rat Portage, all of which she called home. She spent the last couple of years making a brighter future for herself in Kenora with the help of her “Other Mommy/Auntie mommy” Winter. She had so many close family members and friends ranging across turtle island.
Family
Parents: Christa Jack (Donnie) and Chris Jack (Shay)
Siblings: Riality (Dennis), Austin (Kayla), Taylor (Damian), Rochelle (Chaston)
Nieces & Nephews: Lily, Leah, Scarlett, Maverick, Kenzie, Kianna, Keira, Kristine, Kaylani, Karter, Ollie, Amelia, Kaylee, Shayse, Meia, Austin, Serenity, Montana, Blakely
Grandparents: Sandra Morrison,Yvonne Jack, Merv Copenace (Tina)
Aunts & Uncles: Jamie (Winona), Dom, Patrice (Roy), Sonya (Daniel), Winter (Kurt), Patrick Bro (Harmony), Kalvin (Anida), Kevin,
Tina (John), Giz (Tammy), Steve, Sandra, Tee, Preston (Diane), Chelsea, Chantal (Fernando), Tia (Anthony)
Cousins: William, Cody, Treston, Aiyana, Jase, Royce, Royalty, Athena, Jaelyn, Piper, Elly, Giizis, Katalia, Danielle, Tyson, Mikaela, Jacob, Anthony, Cassandra, Harmony, River Bear, Kemper, Ashton, Tamika, Coco, Mande, Emma & Kendall
Forever Remembered
Courtney was predeceased by her grandparents Freddy Jack and Patrick Seymour; her aunt Mandy Copenace; Randall and Amaya; and her dear friends Jamie, Koda, and Tyson, Candance.
A Friend to So Many
Courtney had a beautiful way of making friends wherever she went. She had a large circle of people who loved her, cared for her, and shared special memories with her throughout her life.
There are simply too many names to list, and we know there are people who may not be included here. Please know that every friend, every connection, and every person who shared a piece of Courtney’s life holds a special place in her story and in our hearts.
We apologize if we have unintentionally missed anyone. It is not because you were forgotten, but because Courtney was loved by so many. We invite everyone who knew and loved her to carry her memory with them and to remember the laughter, love, and moments you shared with her.
Courtney will be deeply missed and forever loved.
We would like to thank: Officer O’Connor and Treaty 3 Police, Kevin and Jordan, Kenora paramedics, Browns Funeral Home, Emo Funeral Home, KCA, WNHAC, Devils Gap Marina, Bare Point Marina, ONWA, WON programs and workers, Niiwin Wendaanimok, Big Grassy First Nation, Manitou Rapids First Nation. We also thank everyone who brought snacks and meals, and everyone who sent their condolences and all donations made to the family.
Pallbearers were Connor, Austin, Damian, Daniel, Patick (Bro), Kevin, Giz, Steve.
Honorary Pallbearers were: Uncle Dom, Uncle Jamie, William Copenace, Cody Copenace, Braedan Seymour, Dayton Kelly, Parker Strong.
Traditional wake was held on Sunday, September 27, 2026, beginning at 4:00 p.m. at Big Grassy First Nation Community Hall with traditional service on Monday, September 28, at 10:00 a.m. Elder Leslie Copenace will facilitate the service.
Arrangements entrusted to Northridge Funeral Home Ltd., Emo, Ontario.
