Allyssa Rose Dow — Anangookwe

End of Watch: April 11, 2026
Red Lake Department of Public Safety | Minnesota

In Memory of Allyssa

Allyssa Rose Dow was only 22 years old when her journey to the spirit world began on April 11, 2026.

Her Ojibwe name was Anangookwe - Star Woman, and she belonged to the Owaazisii — Bullhead Clan.

At an age when many people are still deciding what direction their lives will take, Allyssa had already chosen service.

She worked as a Telecommunications Officer for the Red Lake Department of Public Safety, becoming one of the voices her community could depend upon when someone needed help.

But the headset was only part of Allyssa's story.

She loved drawing and was learning traditional skills including beading and sewing. She was remembered as someone who seemed naturally talented at whatever she decided to try.

More importantly, Allyssa had a gift that cannot be taught in any academy or training program.

She made people feel included.

She cared about the people around her and did not want anyone to feel left out.

Her coworkers at the Red Lake Department of Public Safety were named among her honorary pallbearers - a reflection of the family she had built through her service.

Twenty-two years was far too short.

But Allyssa left behind something powerful.

Star Woman served her community. She made people feel seen. And her light will continue to be remembered.