Clifford “Paah’tsiisskomaapi” Dewayne Twigg

It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved loving father, grandpa, uncle, relative, friend, and cherished member of the community. Clifford Dewayne “Butch” Twigg – Paah’tsiisskomaapi (Mistaken Child) at the age of 63. Clifford was born on June 29, 1963, at the Blood Indian Hospital in Cardston, Alberta, to the Late Dean and Theresa Plume. Uncle Butch passed away peacefully in Lethbridge, Alberta, at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Monday, August 24, 2026, surrounded by family. Butch is survived by his children, Trevor Joseph (T.J) Weasel Fat, Chance Black Horse and Crystal (Trevor) Black Horse. His Grandchildren, Leighton and Mazelynn, Lola & Ruger Plume, Freddie & Jaxton Plume and Baby Tage Murray. His Siblings, Deanna Many Fingers, Jim (Darlene) Plume, Aurthur Rex Twigg, Charlene (Roger) Prairie Chicken, Floyd (Ethel) Plume & Jackie Plume, Lisa (Ken) White Man, Chris Plume, Lucius Plume, Special Sister, Puncho (Tina) Weasel Head, Life Long Friend, Pat Eagle Bear. Special Uncle Alvin Many Chiefs. Nieces, Trisha (Freddie) Many Fingers, Krissy (Shawn) Traweek, Tracy & Janine Plume, Mikki, Raven & Lacey Plume, Nephews, John & Blair Knife, Charles & Terrence Panther Bone, Garrett Plume, Brian (Lanni), Larry (Halle), Lane & Liam Plume, Logan, Brad & Joseph Plume-Tallow, Lance (Jo) Bird. Godchildren, Kiara Rabbit and Budrex Davis. Uncle Butch received his education at Standoff and St. Mary’s School. From a young age, he was hardworking and always willing to earn his own way. One of his first jobs was at Kainai Arts and Crafts, where he cut material and remembered earning ten cents for his work around 1980. After Indian Days, he would also find work helping clean the powwow grounds. Throughout his life, Uncle Butch became a strong advocate for people living with disabilities. He worked with programs supporting individuals with disabilities and spent time working in Calgary before eventually moving back home. He later worked with FCSS, where he continued advocating for people with disabilities and helping ensure their voices were heard. Uncle Butch never allowed challenges to stop him from enjoying life. He participated in wheelchair basketball, travelling as far as Vancouver and Toronto to compete. Sports were always an important part of his life. As a young man, Uncle Butch played minor basketball under his coach Smokey Wells with the Farm Four team. He was also part of the Farm Four Oilers and played junior hockey in Standoff alongside friends and teammates including Jim Plume, Rex Twigg, Joe Buck, Ricky Plume and Buzzy Healy. Their team went on to win the bush league championship before Uncle Butch later suffered an injury. His love for sports continued through coaching. Uncle Butch coached and supported many young athletes over the years. He was involved with teams that included Maynard Wells, Corey Wadsworth, and many others, and proudly celebrated several Kainai midget championships. Uncle Butch also had a cowboy side. He was a steer rider and took part in rodeos alongside Casey Wells. Whether it was basketball, hockey, rodeo or simply spending time with family and friends, Uncle Butch always had stories to tell. Creativity was also a special part of who Uncle Butch was. He loved to paint, make art, create miniatures and work on crafts, often putting his own unique touch into everything he made. His creativity reflected his patience, imagination and the pride he took in creating something with his own hands signing his paintings AAKSI KSAAHKO. Uncle Butch loved bringing people together. He enjoyed hosting poker nights and Super Bowl gatherings with his friends, creating many evenings filled with laughter, competition, stories and good company. He was also known to be quite the pool shark. One story remembered by family is of Uncle Butch and Puncho playing pool in Americans and walking away with all the winnings. Uncle Butch’s Catholic faith was a deeply important part of his life. He was especially devoted to the Rosary and was often called upon to lead or say the Rosary with family and others. He never hesitated when asked and was always willing to pray for those who needed comfort, strength or support. He often gifted Rosaries and other religious items to family and loved ones, encouraging them to pray and to keep their faith close. Prayer was something he not only practiced himself, but something he shared with others. Monica, Collette, Lucille Big Swallow, Chris Plume and Uncle Butch often prayed the Rosary together, creating special moments of faith, connection and comfort that will always be remembered. His devotion to prayer was one of the many ways Uncle Butch cared for those around him, and the faith he shared with his family will continue to be carried forward. Butch remained deeply connected to the Blackfoot way of life, language and traditional teachings. He was fluent in the Blackfoot language and carried a deep knowledge of his culture throughout his life. He had a strong connection to the Brave Dogs Society and served as a leader of the Brave Dogs Society for numerous years. During that time, Butch shared and passed down his knowledge, teachings and understanding of the Brave Dogs and the Blackfoot way of life to others, helping ensure those teachings continued on to future generations. He understood the importance of carrying culture forward and took great pride in sharing what had been passed down to him. Butch also participated in and held great respect for the Sundance, carrying the teachings, traditions and responsibilities of the Blackfoot way of life close to his heart. Uncle Butch lived a full life filled with sports, rodeo, creativity, work, travel, friendship, faith, culture, laughter and service to others. More than anything, he loved his family and remained deeply loved by those around him. During his final months, Uncle Butch was surrounded and cared for by his family. They did everything they could to make sure he was comfortable, supported and reminded every day of how much he was loved. He leaves behind many relatives, friends and loved ones who will continue to carry his stories and memories with them. His passing leaves an emptiness that cannot be filled, but the love, laughter, lessons and memories he gave us will remain forever. Butch was predeceased by Special Dog, His Best Friend Chum-Lee, his parents Dean and Theresa Plume, Grandparents James and Margaret Twigg. Laurie and Minnie Plume. Brother Casey Wells. Aunts and Uncles, Ada (Dan) Weasel Moccasin, Jim (Celina) Twigg, Margaret (Morris) Hind Bull, Kathleen (Raymond) Young Pine, Albert (Philomina) Twigg, Beatrice (Donald) Big Swallow, Eugene (Evelyn) Twigg, Andrew and Mary Twigg. Rosie (Barney) Day Rider, Annie (Pat) Weasel Head, Wayne Plume, Albertine Plume, Florence (Wallace) Scout, Ione Plume, Mike Steele, Stella Crazy Bull. Nephews Clay Plume, Kevin Prairie Chicken, Jay Tallow, Nieces, Candace Shade and Jocelyn Panther Bone. Extended Families include, Cotton, Weasel Moccasin, Bottle, Big Swallow, Hind Bull, Prairie Hen, Wings, Eagle Bear, Day Rider, Steele, Weasel Head, Chief Calf, McDonald, Dominic Cross Child & Family, Scouts. The Family Apologizes for any families missed. We are grateful for every moment we were blessed to have with him. Lots of love, Uncle Butch. Until we meet again.  To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Clifford “Paah’tsiisskomaapi” Dewayne Twigg, please visit our floral store.