It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden death of our beloved Savannah Atwin-Polchies, Our Van, of Bilijk First Nation on July 18, 2025.

Van was survived by her parents Jennifer Atwin(Roger) and Teddy Polchies (Theodorable), Grandmothers Barb(Meme)and Genevieve Atwin(Nanny Goat) siblings; Marcey Atwin-Polchies, Theo Polchies, Parker Sacobie and Mack Tomah(Emily) and her Fur baby Biebs, Godparents Gabby Atwin (Sandra) and Debbie Dunn (Harold) Above anything she was and is always so proud of her Godchildren; Landon Sabattis, Dexter Sabattis, Junie Stenger, Eli Solomon, Jovie Atwin and Adopted Goddaughter Ariana Stenger. As well as Aunt, Uncles, Nephews, Nieces, Cousins, Friends and Family.

She was predeceased by her grandparents Theodore and Mavis Polchies, aunt and uncle Royden and Carol Sabattis, Best friends Kasey Atwin, Lucas Solomon-Polchies and Goddaughter Remy Lynn Stenger.

Savannah is and always has been the life of the party. Wherever she went she always made a new friend. She was known for her contagious laugh, bright smile and warm conversation. Van without a doubt has always admired the values of true friendship. She loved her cousins most of all, whether it be standing in the bleachers screaming for them, or enjoying the summer sun dipping her toes in at the ‘Spot’. She was always with one of her cousins, living life to the fullest.

 Although she will be greatly missed, we have peace knowing she is no longer suffering and was welcomed home with open arms by everyone she loved most.

 If you ever find yourself missing her, just wait for a sunset and she’ll be there, making the sky even more beautiful.

Pallbearers are Hunter Atwin, Gabe Atwin, Jared Paul, Jason Polchies Jr, Brandon Polchies, Kendal Solomon and Chad Solomon. Honorary Pallbearers; Landon Sabattis, Dexter Sabattis, Scott Sabattis Jr, Dillon Francis, Dylan Benham, Alex Atwin, Dylan Horseman and Zach Arsenault.

Resting at the Training Centre at 497 Chapel Road July 24th to the 25th, funeral will be held Saturday July 26th,2025 with Father Brennan at 11am, reception to follow at 497 Chapel Road.

Donations can be made out to the Diabetes association of Canada.

On behalf of her family, we want to give a big thank you to everyone who shared their stories, laughter, and pictures of Van. She loved everyone, each and every one of you and it showed greatly.