A Voice from the Eastern Door
A Voice from the Eastern Door
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Tsi'Snaihne – Joseph C. Thompson, 81, of 161 Tewesateni Road, unexpectedly passed away at the Tsiionkwanonhso:te Adult Care Facility on Thursday, March 9, 2023. Joseph was born on October 9, 1941 in Syracuse, son of the late Richard and Mary (Cook) Thompson. He was a Salmon River Central School graduate, and on October 24, 1970 married Carol Ann Jacobs at the St. Regis Catholic Church with Fr. Arsenault officiating. He was an Ironworker, working in both Canada and the US, most recently at the N... Full story
Leaf, Jordan Alexander “Ariwakeha” ~ it is with a heavy heart the family shares the sorrowing news of his passing at home on March 7, 2023 at the age of 26. Jordan is the beloved son of Debra Leaf-Lafleche and the late John (Jean-Guy) Lafleche. He leaves behind his loving sister Lindsay (Phil) Leaf and his nephews Ashton, Brayden, Samuel “Sammy” and his niece Kinsley Leaf. Dear nephew of Lawrence and Yvonne, Nelson and Loretta, Teddy, Denise, Leslie “Bam” and Stacey Leaf. He will be forever remembered by his many cousins and friends. Pr... Full story
AKWESASNE- Thomas T. Ranenstahronkwas Debo, 62, of 848 River Road, unexpectedly passed away on Sunday, March 5, 2023 at his home. Thomas was born on October 4, 1960 in Syracuse, son of the late Louis A. and Carol (Palmer) Debo. After graduation, he served in the US Army stationed in Alaska. He worked for the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe as an Air Quality Technician and then for Mohawk Council of Akwesasne as the Computerized Maintenance Management System Coordinator with the Department of in the... Full story
Agawam – Marion (Smith) Montagna, 101, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on January 26, 2023, just 7 days short of her 102nd birthday. Marion was born in Akwesasne and was the daughter of the late Mitchell and Margaret (Casey) Smith. Her given Kanienkeha name, Takiokokta, which translates in English to “She goes to the end of the crowd, she ends the crowd” fully embodied Marion’s spirit as she remained the glue to her family. Marion was predeceased by her parents, her brothers Lawrence and Joseph Smith, her sisters... Full story
AKWESASNE – Harry C. Kanerahtiio Thompson, 80, peacefully began his journey to the Spirit World on February 11, 2023 at his daughter's home in Akwesasne. Harry was cared for at home by his beloved workers Wanda and Ashley from Franklin County Home Care Unit, Amy and Shirley from MILC, and his family. Born at the family residence in Akwesasne on October 11, 1942, the son of the late Elsie Paul and James Thompson, Jr., Harry was well known for his Medicine Wheel Counseling, his big smile, and h... Full story
AKWESASNE – Benjamin Joseph Kelly, age 94, passed away on Saturday, February 4, 2023 at Massena Hospital, where he had been a patient. Benjamin was born on October 8, 1928 in Saranac Lake to Benjamin Joseph and Anna Bero Kelly. His parents met at the Trudeau Tuberculosis Sanitarium, where he was a patient and she was a nurse aide. Benjamin's father died when he was two years old and at that point, he and his sister were raised in Akwesasne with his grandparents Charlotte Hill Bero and Louis B... Full story
AKWESASNE – Howard Jerome "Howie" Jock, "Sakohawitha", Bear Clan, 55, of 2 James Thompson Road, Akwesasne, Ontario passed away surrounded by his family on February 4, 2023 after a brief illness. Howie was born on February 20, 1967, the son of the late Ann (Chubb) and Edgar Jock. He was the youngest son of the "Jock Boys" and yet still like a big brother to so many people he met along the way. Howie was a doer and didn't sit idle for too long. He was always helping someone out with whatever t... Full story
Bessie Thomas Newvine joined her parents Louis and Louise Thomas and her five brothers, Eddie, Abe, Mike, Richard, and Leonard when she passed away quietly at her home in Syracuse with her devoted daughter at her side. She is survived by her children Pam, Butch, Penny, Jamie, and Curt, and two grandchildren Kyle and Jess and a lot of nieces and nephews. Bessie was born in St. Regis Village (Kanatakon) and attended St. Regis Village School. Private services were held for Bessie Thomas... Full story
BUCKSHOT, Mary Ann “Warianne” – passed away peacefully with family at her side, on Monday January 30, 2023 at the Cornwall Community Hospital at the age of 79 years. Mary attended school at St. Regis Village School and soon moved to Toronto working as a Nurse’s Aide for many years before returning home. She was the caregiver to her mother, while she cared for many as a Personal Support Worker at Iakhihsohtha Lodge Home for the Aged. Mary also helped with working at the family business Buckshot’s Convenience Store. She will be greatly missed. L... Full story
AKWESASNE – Marilyn J. Laughing, 80, peacefully passed on to the Spirit World on January 26, 2023 with the children and grandchildren by her side a Canton-Potsdam Hospital. Marilyn was a Certified Nurses Aide throughout her life. She worked in many hospitals around the country while her late husband worked iron. After settling in Akwesasne, she worked at the original St. Regis Home of the Aged and at Iakhihsohtha Lodge in Snye. She was a very hard worker and showed the utmost respect, care, a... Full story
Judy A. (Point) Swamp-Kanerahtaronkwas, 81, passed away at home surrounded by the love of her family. Judy was born at home on Kawehnoke, the daughter of the late Louis and Eva (Jacobs) Point. She attended schools on Kawehnoke and in Cornwall. In her younger years she worked in a variety of jobs in Syracuse, Rochester and in Akwesasne before getting married to her husband of 49 years, the late Jacob Swamp on September 2, 1961, who predeceased her in 2010. She later received her high school... Full story
Akwesasne: Elizabeth M. Thompson, "Lizzie" 54, of Park Street, St. Regis, passed away on January 19, 2023 at the Cornwall Community Hospital. Lizzie was born March 12, 1968 in Cornwall, Ontario, the daughter of the late Mose Neil and Philomena Mae (Cook) Thompson. She attended and graduated from General Vanier Secondary School. Lizzie previously worked at Oakes Corner Store in St. Regis and as a Personal Support Worker for the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe. Lizzie enjoyed going to the casino and... Full story
Michael N. "Chooch" LaFrance, 61, of Kanatakon, passed away on January 12, 2023 at Tsiionkwanonhsote surrounded by his loving family. Michael was born March 27, 1961 in Cornwall, Ontario the son of the late William and Margaret (Bush) LaFrance. He attended General Vanier Secondary School in Cornwall. Michael worked construction and held a Heavy Equipment Certification and was a Truck Driver for many contractors throughout the years. Michael enjoyed music and playing his bass guitar. He also... Full story
AKWESASNE – Eleanor A. Ransom, 78, of Helena Road, passed away Thursday evening, January 5, 2023, at Massena Hospital after a brief illness. Eleanor was born on February 11, 1944 in Malone, the daughter of the late Angus and Mildred (Ransom) Bero. She attended St. Regis Mohawk and Salmon River Central School. On February 9, 1963, she married Thomas G. Ransom at St. Regis Catholic Church with Rev. Francis Arsenault, officiating. Thomas sadly predeceased her on June 18, 1986. Eleanor worked for a... Full story
CORNWALL – Michael J. Lazore, 65, of Third Street East, unexpectedly passed away Sunday, January 8, 2023 at his home. Michael was born in Cornwall on July 10, 1957, the son of the late Alex Wilson and Cecilia (Mitchell) Lazore. He was raised in Snye where he attended Snye elementary schools before going to Bishop MacDonnell School and graduated from General Vanier High School. He continued his education at St. Lawrence College and studied culinary arts at Algonquin College in Ottawa. He used his... Full story
AKWESASNE – Robert J. Tarbell, affectionately known as Bobby or Lubby, 75, of 1100 State Route 37, passed away Sunday, January 8, 2023 at his home peacefully in his sleep. Lubby was born on December 7, 1947 at the family home in Hogansburg, the son of the late Lawrence and Charlotte (David) Tarbell. He entered the US Army on July 27, 1967, serving his country until his honorable discharge on July 25, 1969. On August 23, 1975, he married Jane M. St. Ann at St. Regis Catholic Church with Rev. F... Full story
Akwesasne: Perry J. Point "Kakwirake:ron", Wolf Clan, 41, of Akwesasne joined back to the Spirit world on January 7, 2023 at Albany Medical Center. Perry was born August 4, 1981 in Cornwall, Ontario, the son of the late Percy and Karen (Johnson) Point. He attended General Vanier Secondary School (G.V.S.S.). On August 3, 2013 he married Hattie Pyke. Perry was a long time Carpenter most recently working with Heritage Homes in Massena. He enjoyed building things for his wife, fishing, fires, movie... Full story
AKWESASNE – Mrs. Marion "Marita" Francis, 87, of 4 Francis Lane, peacefully reunited with her husband and her daughter in the early morning hours of Sunday, December 30, 2022 at the Tsiionkwanonsote Long-Term Care home. Marita was born July 14, 1935 in St. Regis, Quebec, the daughter of the late Joseph and Josephine Casey Sawatis. She worked for a brief time in Rochester, NY before starting her family. Marita married the love of her life, Richard "Dickie" Francis on April 7, 1956 at St. Regis C... Full story
FRANCIS-VAILLIERES, Daylon Phillip Michael – it is with heavy hearts the family announces his passing. Daylon Phillip Michael at his residence on December 25, 2022 at the age of 29 years. Loving dad of Harlow Brodeur-Jesmer. Dear son of Jamie and Natalie (née Vallieres) Francis. Brother of Montana Jacobs (Jade), Jaylee Francis (Troi Benedict) and chosen brother of Natasha and DJ Marchand. Daylon is sadly missed by his niece Vivian and nephew Terick. Survived by grandparents Jean Pierre Va... Full story
AKWESASNE – Carol A. Smoke, 60, of 25 Smoke Road, unexpectedly passed away Saturday, December 31, 2022 at her home. Carol was born on May 21, 1962 in Malone, the daughter of the late Kernan Yops and Harriett Gray. She attended Mohawk and Salmon River Central School and graduated from General Vanier in Cornwall. On September 7, 1985, she married Mitchell A. Smoke at St. Regis Catholic Church. Carol worked for a time at the Homemakers Senior Home in St. Regis for a short time. She enjoyed doing c... Full story
BOMBAY – Darrel S. Barnes "Scott", 60, of State Route 95, unexpectedly passed away December 22, 2022 at UVHN-Alice Hyde Medical Center. Scott was born on December 4, 1962 in New Orleans, Louisiana, the son of Rose (Roadcap) Barnes and the late Darrel P. "Ducky" Barnes. After graduating from high school, he entered the United States Army, proudly serving his country for 8 years until his honorable discharge. A marriage to Judy Laughing ended in divorce. Scott worked at General Motors prior to i... Full story
AKWESASNE – Deborah J. (Herne) Conners, 74, of 5 Herne Road, passed away Sunday evening, December 25, 2022 at IAK HIH SOH THA Lodge after a brief illness. Deborah was born on February 6, 1948, in Hogansburg, the daughter of the late Francis P. and Virginia E. (Hopps) Herne. She attended Mohawk and Salmon River Central School. She was first married to Thomas "Tommy Bear" Terrance and was blessed with a son prior to their divorce. She later married Marshall Oakes and was blessed with four more c... Full story
AWKESASNE – Dolores M. Swamp, 60, of Leo Swamp Road, tragically died along with her sister, Lisa Ward, early Sunday morning January 1, 2023 at Alice Hyde Medical Center, from injuries she sustained in a motor vehicle accident. Dolores was born on February 5, 1962 in Syracuse, the daughter of the late Alex and Rita (Lazore) Smoke. She attended school in Snye and at Salmon River. A marriage to Allen Swamp, blessed her with 5 children before their separation. Dolores worked for many restaurants i... Full story
AKWESASNE – Henry David Thompson "Kaniehtanoron", Wolf Clan, 78, of 13 McCumber Road South, Cornwall Island, journeyed back to the Spirit World on Friday morning, December 23, 2022 at Cornwall Community Hospital. Henry was born on February 17, 1944, on St. Regis Island, the son of the late Joseph and Harriet (Hopps) Thompson and attended Island Day School. On June 24, 1966, he married Mary Adams, they were blessed with 3 children before their divorce. He later had three more children with his c... Full story
AKWESASNE – Lisa A. Ward, 57, of Melvin Lane, tragically died along with her sister, Dolores Swamp, early Sunday morning January 1, 2023 at Massena Hospital, from injuries she sustained in a motor vehicle accident. Lisa was born on September 16, 1965 in Cornwall, Ontario, the daughter of the late Alex and Rita (Lazore) Smoke. She first attended school in Snye before graduating from Salmon River Central in 1983. On May 15, 1985, she entered the United States Army, proudly serving her country u... Full story
