Jayden Sundance Courchene-LaPorte

“Strong Whirlwind Man”

It is with profound sadness and broken hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Jayden Sundance Courchene-LaPorte on October 18, 2026 at the age of 23 years.

Jayden leaves behind his partner Nataliya Taylor, daughter Starlynn Taylor-Laporte, great grandfather William LaPorte, grandmothers Wilma LaPorte and Sheila Daniels, grandfather James Courchene and Leslie Myerion, father Nicholas Courchene (Tashina) and mother Nicole LaPorte. He will also be missed by his siblings, whom he had special relationships with in their own ways: Shanita Courchene-Martin (Trey), Asacia "Ace" Courchene-Martin (Chuck), Nicholas Jr. Courchene-Martin, Tyrone "Tweets" LaPorte, Emma-Marie Courchene-Martin, Gracelyn Courchene-Snezyk, August Courchene-Snezyk and Darryl Ettewacappo, along with his uncles, Conan LaPorte, Raini “Squin” LaPorte, William "Mann" LaPorte, Dallas Courchene, Marcell “Mouse” Peters, Kashtin Peters, Troy Myerion, Dalton LaPorte, aunties Cheryl LaPorte (Frank Sr.) and Tanisha Myerion, cousins Frank Jr. LaPorte, Precious LaPorte, Jonathan LaPorte and Shaylene Laporte; also many other aunties, uncles, cousins, friends and loved ones behind who he loved and cherished.

He is predeceased by his great grandmothers Eva Houle and Gladys Myerion, Elizabeth Myerion, Lorraine Myerion, and Mary Evelyn Peters (Myerion), great grandfather Lawrence Fernand Courchene, uncle Eric “Diggz” Daniels and Wesley Peters and baby sister Starlynn.

Jayden will be remembered for his humour and bright smile. Despite his obstacles in life, he graduated grade 12 and became a father to his baby girl Starlynn who he loved deeply. He loved to work on bikes, quads and dirt bikes. He enjoyed playing basketball and playing games with his two younger brothers and spending time with his family. Jayden had a special relationship with his grandma Wilma who he called mom. Jayden was a father, brother, son, grandson, nephew, friend and relative to many. He was also a protector and a provider. He spent a lot of time with his uncle Raini, riding dirt bikes, quads and motorcycles. His laughter and ability to make people laugh was a gift he shared with everyone. Anyone who knew Jayden could count on him to cheer you up with his gift of laughter. His laughter and smile could light up a room. He will be deeply missed by everyone. I love you son.

Love, Dad

Traditional Wake will take place at Long Plain Rez Plex on Sunday, October 25, 2026 at 4:00 pm. Traditional Feast and Service will be held at Long Plain Rez Plex on Monday, October 26, 2026 beginning at noon followed by burial at Long Plain Cemetery.

A tree will be planted in memory and cared for by McKenzies Portage Funeral Chapel. www.mckenziesportagefuneralchapel.com