Marian Tibbetts, "Pawii–chiaa–kinue" which means "the one who comes with the eagles" age 33, of Naytahwaush, MN, died unexpectedly on Thursday, August 10, 2023, at her home.

Marian Charolette, the daughter of Terrance "Terry" and Carol (Warren) Tibbetts was born on February 13, 1990. She was raised with her six siblings in the Naytahwaush community and, being the youngest girl, held a special place in the family. She spent most of her carefree childhood playing alongside her cousins. Marian attended elementary school in Naytahwaush and later Mahnomen High School. As a young woman, she met Charlie Wadena who quickly captured her heart and became her high school love.  Marian and Charlie have shared their life together since and were blessed with three sons: Aiden, Avery, and Andrew. Marian loved being a mom and focused her life around her boys.  She also tenderly helped raise several nieces and nephews, whom she loved like her own.  Over the years, in addition to being a stay-at-home mom, Marian worked as a waitress and at the local school.  She proudly earned her GED and received training in special education through the Promise Fellows program.  Most recently, Marian was employed during the school year with Naytahwaush Head Start.

Marian always had a smile on her face. She liked to tease, joke around, and make those around her laugh. She was happiest while spending time at the lake with her family or playing slots at the Casino. Above all, Marian greatly treasured the time spent with her children, nieces, and nephews. She was proud of her Ojibwe heritage and enjoyed traditional dancing and attending pow-wows. Marian's love for life and beautiful spirit will be missed by all who knew and loved her.

Marian is survived by Charlie and their sons: Aiden, Avery, and Andrew, all of Naytahwaush; her mother, Carol Tibbetts of Naytahwaush; two brothers: Terrance Jr. and Tyler, both of Naytahwaush; four sisters: Crystell (Troy) of Naytahwaush, Theresa of Naytahwaush, Renee (Dino) of Mahnomen, and Tera (Randy) of Red Lake, MN; one sister-in-law: Cherish of Naytahwaush; her precious nieces and nephews; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her father, Terry Tibbetts Sr.; all of her grandparents; one nephew, Raymond Johnson III; three brothers-in-law; and several aunts, uncles, cousins, and extended family members.

Funeral Services will be held at Samuel Memorial Episcopal Church in Naytahwaush on Thursday, August 17, 2023, at 2:00 pm.  Visitation will be held at the church on Wednesday, August 16, 2023, from 5:00 – 7:00 pm with a Prayer Service at 7:00 pm and continue one hour prior to the service.  Burial will be held at Free Gospel Alliance Cemetery in Naytahwaush.