Edith Mae (Morrison) Villebrun was born in Nett Lake on September 17, 1944 to John and Angeline (Wein) Morrison. She began her journey to her heavenly home on March 26, 2025 at St. Luke's Hospital in Duluth, MN at the age of 80 surrounded by her children and grandchildren.

Edith was a proud member of the Bois Forte Band of Chippewa. She spent most of her life in Nett Lake and Indian Point, graduating from Orr High School in 1962. She then attended Haskell Indian Junior College in Lawrence, KS. After earning her degree, she moved to California for two years, living with her sister, Lucille.

In 1977, Edith served as a member of the Nett Lake Ambulance crew and later worked as a Census worker in 1990, conducting interviews in many homes. She dedicated many years to the Bois Forte Tribal Government, holding positions such as CAP secretary, Acting Director of the Bois Forte Accounting Department, Accounting Supervisor, and Commissioner of Administration. Even after retiring in 2017, she returned to work as an Accounting Specialist.

Edith was a woman of deep faith, a member of St. Bridget's Church in Nett Lake before joining Holy Cross Catholic Church in Orr. Her faith was central to her life. On the day she passed, her children prayed the Rosary and Divine Mercy Chaplet with her many times.

In November 1970, Edith married David "Fox" Villebrun at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Orr, MN. Though they later divorced, together they raised three wonderful children: David Jr., John, and Miranda. She was a devoted mother, grandmother to 14, and great-grandmother to three. Edith loved fiercely and took great care of her family. Though finances were often tight, her children never felt it—she made sure they were always provided for and loved.

Edith had a competitive spirit and a love for games. She enjoyed playing bingo and golf, especially when competing alongside her children in the Black Bear tournament. A two-time Vermilion Fairways Women's Golf Club League Champion, she also loved watching golf, tennis, figure skating, the Olympics, the Game Show Network, and The Price is Right. She was an avid true crime fan, often telling Miranda about a show she started but fell asleep before finishing. She also had a fondness for keepsakes, even collecting Bois Forte flags from this year's State of the Band.

She cherished time with her family, cheering on her children and grandchildren in sports, playing sudoku, and sharing her favorite stories. Her signature saying, "Whatever," summed up her sharp yet lighthearted spirit.

Edith was loved dearly and will be missed by her children: David Villebrun of Nett Lake, Miranda (Tim) Lilya of Orr, and John (Rae) Villebrun of Mountain Iron; brother, Floyd Morrison of Nett Lake; sister, Marcella Connor of Nett Lake; grandchildren, Bridget, Cassandra, Davis, Nicholas, Alexander, Patia, Savannah, Ian, Hannah, William, Emily, Kristen, Timothy, Angeline; great-grandchildren, Asher, Andrew, and Inayah. She is preceded in death by her spouse, David Villebrun in 1995; her parents, John and Angeline; brothers, Dan and Joe; and her sister Lucille.

Wake services for Edith will be held at the Bois Forte Tribal Government Building on Friday, March 28, 2025 at 5:00 pm with the Rosary prayed at 6:00 pm.

Mass of Christian Burial will be Saturday, March 29, 2025 at 10 a.m. at the Bois Forte Tribal Government Center with Fr. Beau Braun as the Celebrant. Casket Bearers are Nicholas Hayes, Alexander Hayes, Corporal Ian Villebrun, USMC, Timothy Lilya, Corey Kolkin, Olin Nelson, Brendan Parson, and Wesley Jeanotte. Honorary Bearers are Edith's grandchildren and great-grandchildren: Bridget Villebrun, Cassandra Villebrun, Davis Villebrun, Patia Hayes, Savannah Parisien, Hannah Villebrun, Emily Drift, William Drift, Kristen Lilya, Angeline Lilya, Asher Kolkin, Andrew Kolkin, Inayah Kaivola.

The Rosary will be led by Rae Villebrun, Patia Hayes, Savannah Parisien, and Hannah Villebrun. The Readers will be Edith's daughter, Miranda Lilya and friend, Patti Wilkie. Edith's son, John, will give her eulogy.  The Funeral Pall will be placed by Edith's children, David, John, and Miranda. The Meal will be served after the burial service at the Bois Forte Tribal Government Center. She will be buried at the old Nett Lake Cemetery.

Edith's love, strength, and unwavering devotion to her family and community will always be remembered.