Travis Keshane

It is with broken hearts we announce the sudden passing of our beloved husband, father, son, brother and friend Travis Jonathan Keshaneon February 26th 2022.

Travis was born on May 22nd 1985 in Kamsack Saskatchewan. He was raised in his home community Keeseekoose First Nation. In his adult years he lived in Saskatoon Saskatchewan and Yorkton Saskatchewan before returning to his home community of Keeseekoose . He was proud of his roots and carried himself with strength and humility.

Travis began playing hockey at just 5 years old, this would also be the same year he got into his first hockey fight.  He quickly built a reputation as a fierce and fearless competitor. He was passionate and loved the game. He was a force on the ice and earned deep respect from teammates and opponents alike. He played for many teams and attended many tournaments. Including the St.Phillips Spurs, St. Phillip Rangers Jr B  Swan Valley Stampeders Jr A MJHL and Norway House Stars Jr. B. He was protective on the ice just as he was in life, always standing up for people he loved.

Travis graduated from Keeseekoose Chiefs Education Center and later studied at the University of Saskatchewan. He worked various jobs before finding his passion in trades, primarily stucco and roofing. He built many meaningful relationships along the way and took pride in providing for his family.

Travis was a proud father to six beautiful children, Lallani, Luke, Lacy, Laiklen “big son”, Leo and Leia. His children were his greatest accomplishment and his greatest joy. He loved them fiercely, protected them deeply and would do absolutely anything for them.

On February 27th 2022 he married the love of his life Kiana Keshane at their home church, Keseekoose Full Gospel Church. It was there they both gave their life back to the Lord, a defining and powerful moment in their lives. Travis believed whole heartedly in God’s word and lived by scripture in his everyday life.

Later in life Travis founded Yeshua Ministry where he went on the streets to pray with and over others; offering encouragement, food, clothing while sharing the love of Christ with those who needed it most. His faith in Christ was not just something he believed it was something he lived.

Travis is predeceased by his Mother Bernice Keshane, whom he missed so much. His mother in law Stella Pelly whom he loved deeply. His maternal grandfather Sidney Buffalo, aunt Leafa Buffalo, aunt Donna Kay, uncle Jason Buffalo, cousins Sewinikan Buffalo- Bear. His paternal Grandparents Lucy Keshane and Bill Keshane. Aunt Margaret Keshane, uncle Elton Keshane Sr. cousins Liza Keshane, Jon Keshane and William Keshane.

Travis leaves behind his loving father William “Bill” Keshane; his maternal grandmother Monica Buffalo; his beloved wife Kiana Keshane, his cherished children Lallani Keshane, Luke Keshane, Laiklen “Bigson” Keshane, Lacy Desnomie, Leo Keshane and Leia Keshane. His loving brothers Charles Keshane, Dana Keshane and Justin Keshane. His sisters Amy Keshane and Charity Ketchemonia. Nieces; Jaydus Shingoose, McKenna Keshane, Quinn Keshane, Azalea Opikokew, Bernice Keshane, Charlee Moccassin, Tracy Throop, Taryn Keshane, Sophia Benjoe, Lavina Benjoe, Emily Benjoe and Faith Ketchemonia. Nephews; Kailum Gervais, Kishaun Gervais, Ryden Moccasin and Kalyon Harper. And many other aunts, uncles and extended relatives he loved deeply. He had many nieces and nephews that he loved deeply. He held a special place in his heart for his nieces Jaydus Shingoose and Bernice Keshane. And special his Kishaun Gervais and Kailum Gervais.

Travis will be remembered for his strength, loyalty, deep love for his family, compassion for others and unforgettable sense of humor. He was fiercely protective, deeply faithful, and fully devoted to those he loved. His legacy of faith, courage and love will live on through his children and all who knew him.

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