Gail Renee' Wilkie (Zhoush Copinesii(ban)-Blue Thunderbird), 60, of Wahpeton, ND, formally of Belcourt, ND entered the spirit world on Wednesday, July 31, 2024 in Wahpeton, ND.

Renee' was born on May 19, 1964 in Belcourt, ND to Jerome Morin & Amelia (Bruce) Morin. She grew up Belcourt, ND and attended School at Wahpeton Indian School, Flandreau Indian School, Belcourt Turtle    Mountain High School. She later furthered her education at the Turtle Mountain Community College.

On Oct. 5, 1988 she married Russell Wilkie in Belcourt, ND where they raised their family for several years. In 2002, Renee' moved to   Wahpeton, ND and worked at Circle of Nations School for 22 years until her passing.  Renee' also worked additional jobs throughout her time in Wahpeton to support her children and family.  Renee' later met Keith LeBeau and they began dating in 2012. Keith supported her in friendship and life until her passing.

Renee' enjoyed hanging out with friends. She made friends where ever she went. She went to numerous concerts, loved to listen to music, and Elvis was her favorite. She loved to dance any chance she could. Some   other favorite activities were going to rodeos, car races, golfing, bingo and the slots. She enjoyed camping with family and friends. She collected    Geishas, Elephants, painted ponies, and Dallas Cowboy memorabilia. She was always busy and on the go. She will   always be our beautiful, loving, pink lady.

Renee' is survived by her children Tyler (Jess) Morin, Darrell Wilkie, Aaron Wilkie, Tina Wilkie, and Seth Wilkie. Her grandchildren Abrianna, Aahliyah, Ryla, AJ, Dax, Ryker, and Zorion. Her brothers and sisters Joann (Bob) Forsman, Jerome (Squeaky) Morin Jr.,  Lyle (Lori) Morin, Marjorie (Todd) Chase, Sandy (Terry) Azure, Daniel (Betty)Morin, Tracy (Brian) Sorsby, and Andy Laverdure. And her many cousins, nieces, and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; Jerome Morin, Amelia (Bruce) Morin, and sister; Wanda Laverdure

The family of Renee' Wilkie is sincerely grateful to the many family and friends who have given her support during her life and who are giving the family comfort during this time of loss. We gratefully acknowledge your attendance and many kind expressions of sympathy    during this time and invite you to join us for lunch and fellowship immediately following the services.

Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted—Matthew 5:4

Catholic services:
St. John's Catholic Church in Wahpeton, ND.
•Wake service: Monday, August 5, 2024
-Visitation at 5:30 p.m.
-Service at 7 p.m.
-After services: refreshments & light snack
•Funeral service: Tuesday, August 6, 2024
-Visitation at 9:30 a.m.
-Service at 10 a.m.
-After services: Luncheon
Traditional Native services:
** Women should wear long skirts**
Fiddlers Hall in Belcourt, ND
•Wake service: Thursday, August 8, 2024
@ 7 p.m.
•Funeral service: Friday, August 9, 2024
@ 10 a.m.
•Burial ceremony at White Wolf Cemetery-private family plot
•Luncheon after burial