A Voice from the Eastern Door
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Leslie W. Barnes, 71 of 1015 State Route 37, formerly of Alexandria, VA & Green Valley, AZ, peacefully passed away Tuesday morning, May 19, 2020 at The Alice Center in Malone, NY after a brief battle with Cancer. Leslie was born February 14, 1949 in Massena, NY the son of the late William & Margaret (Arquette) Barnes. He attended the St. Regis Mohawk and Salmon River Central Schools. He later married Julianne Levi in Alexandria, VA. Leslie was a lifelong Ironworker with Local #440 in Utica. He... Full story
After a brief illness, Michael White, 78, of 2 Garrow Road, passed away Saturday morning, May 16, 2020 at his home. Mike was born March 7, 1942 in Buffalo, the son of the late Jonas and Genevieve (Leaf) White. He attended schools on Kawehnoke before entering the US Army, dedicating most of his life to the service of his country. He retired as an E7-Sergeant 1st Class, specializing in Explosive Ordnance. After his discharge from the military, he worked for a time in Manhattan, Kansas at Parker... Full story
To Helen’s Akwesasne Family, I can just imagine hundreds of Helens favorite tiny hummingbirds of many hues phenomenally accompanying her safely on her journey! R.I.P. A gracious note to pen a memorable moment of a kind and caring person such as Helen was. While I was employed for some years at Indian Time – as an Advertising Representative and also had some opportunity to write some articles for the paper. I was privileged to have known your Helen. At one of our regular fun-filled lunch time gatherings, sitting near the doorway when Helen ent...
Taylor Aaron Karonhiatá:se "Tubbs" John, 31, of Akwesasne, suddenly passed away early Thursday morning April 30, 2020. Tubbs was born May 22, 1988 in Syracuse, NY. He is survived by his parents, Alicia Cook and Steven John of Akwesasne; his brothers Johnson John (Amberdawn Lafrance) and Jerrad John (Iotshatenawi Reed); his paternal grandmother Alexadrine Hess of Six Nations; his children Gatlin Pyke John of Akwesasne, Charlotte John of Cattaraugus, and Teiakotsitiathe John of Akwesasne; and many... Full story
Kristopher Lee Sharrow "Tehonerahtathe", 46, Akwesasne, suddenly passed away early Thursday morning, April 16, 2020 at his home. Tehonerahtathe's first marriage, with Margaret Cajigas (1997- 2003), was blessed with a daughter, Kashia Lee. He then married Rhonda Dufoe (2006,) after which they welcomed two sons, Tehonietathe and Iawentanawen into their family. He is survived by his Ista, Marilyn Sharrow of Racquette Point; his Rakeni and stepmother, Gabriel and Owisokon Sharrow of Kahnawake; his... Full story
Helen Amy ("Humedy") Cook Lazore, 62, of Akwesasne, Quebec, passed away unexpectedly early Friday morning, April 17, 2020, after a brief illness. Helen was a woman of many talents: Cook, Bartender, Gardener, Handy woman, Best Friend, Loving Mother, Grandmother, Sister and Wife. She was best known for her devotion and energy she put toward any project or life task that was placed in front of her and was more than willing to lend a hand, money or anything else she had to spare, even if it was... Full story
Ronald Charles White, 76, of 105 State Route 37, Akwesasne, unexpectedly passed away Thursday morning, April 16, 2020 at his home. Ron was born June 10, 1943 in Malone, the son of the late Charles and Beatrice V. (Brant) White. He attended Mohawk School and Salmon River Central School. On December 26, 1964, he married Carol Cole at the Hogansburg Methodist Church. Ron was an ironworker with Local #440 in Utica for many years. He took great pride in mowing his yard and could often be found... Full story
Lois A. Thomas, 80, of 378 State Route 37, was lovingly cared for by her children at her home before peacefully passing on Tuesday, April 7, 2020 at the University of Vermont Health Network at Alice Hyde Medical Center with family by her side. Lois was born May 3, 1939 in Hogansburg, the daughter of the late Henry and Catherine (Casey) White. She attended high school in Massena and later graduated from college with a teaching degree. She continued her education in Sudbury, Ontario at Cambrian Co... Full story
Catherine "Kateri" "Lady Bird" Phillips-Johnson passed away at the Cornwall Community Hospital McConnell Site on March 25, 2020 at the age of 77 years. She was the beloved wife of the late Lawrence "Balon" Johnson. Loving mother of four sons: Samson, Jeffrey, Henry (Abbus) and Lawrence (L.W.) Johnson Jr. Also, three daughters Ms. Cecilia Jacobs (the late James), Tracy and Caroline Johnson (Francis) all of Akwesasne. Cherished Tota ma to nineteen grandchildren, great-grandmother to 11 and... Full story
Jay Benedict, Teonietathe, 58, was called home by the Creator on Enniskó:wa/March 30, 2020. Surrounded with love, Jay has found peace after a lengthy illness. His spirit is carried on through his parents Charles (Buster) and Pat Benedict, his wife Lisa Francis-Benedict, his daughters Dorian Benedict and partner Pat Tasse-Phillips, Janisa Benedict and partner Jake Martin, his grandchildren Taeys, Ever, Kansas, Kennen and Indi Mae, his siblings and their wives Keith (Keesee) and Nola, Billy,... Full story
Alexander John Roundpoint, 65, of 19 McDonald Road, Akwesasne unexpectedly passed away Friday evening, March 20, 2020 at his home. Alex was born December 15, 1954 in Cornwall, the son of Shirley Roundpoint and the late John Nolan. He was raised on Kawehnoke by his grandparents, the late Mitchell and Annie (Jocko) Peters. He attended schools on Kawehnoke and Cornwall. On June 18, 1983, he married Betty McDonald at St. Regis Catholic Church. Alex was a truck driver with Lafarge Concrete, Roundpoin... Full story
Leo Lawrence Delormier peacefully passed away at home on Tuesday, March 16, 2020 at the age of 79 years. Beloved husband of the late Lillian (Sharrow). Loving father of Wayne-Dooley (Mary), Kelly David (Anthony) and the late James (Christine Francis). Cherished grandfather of James (Kayla), Kaylan (Curtis), Shawnna, Toni, Leo, Hannah, Chelsea and Jordan. Great-grandfather of Silver, Xander, James Jr., Isyse, Kieran, Lawrence, Lilli and Emberlee. Loving brother of Amos (Gail), Donald (Tamara), Ch... Full story
KANATAKON – Marjorie A. Lazore, 77, a lifelong resident of Kanatakon, peacefully passed away Thursday evening, March 4, 2020 with the love and support of her family at her side. Marjorie was born September 1, 1942 in Kanatakon the daughter of the late Joseph and Charlotte (Mitchell) Diabo and attended schools there. On June 10, 1961, she married Michael Peter Lazore at the St. Regis Catholic Church with Rev. Michael Jacobs, officiating. He predeceased her on November 5, 1987. She later found c... Full story
AKWESASNE – Dominic A. White, 50, of White Road, unexpectedly passed away Wednesday, March 4, 2020 at his home. Dominic was born May 21, 1969 in Massena, the son of Lawrence and Carolyn (Barnes) White. He worked for a time as a social worker with the St. Regis Mohawk Tribe, New York State ARC at the Dana Street House, and at the Highland Nursing Home. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, artwork, and playing his guitar. Dominic is survived by his daughters, Sierra and Crystal White and their mother, Wendy all of Washington; his granddaughter, Arwyn; h... Full story
AKWESASNE – Grace I. Frazier, 96, mother of Akwesasne resident, Carol Lazore, passed away Wednesday evening, February 19, 2020 at the Alice Center in Malone. Grace, a member of the Paiute Tribe, was born April 10, 1923 in Bridgeport, California on the Paiute Territory, the daughter of the late James and Cordelia (Tom) Perry. After the unexpected death of her mother, she was raised by her aunt, Molly Perry. She attended Stewart Indian School in Carson City, Nevada. Grace cleaned homes for Tony E... Full story
Kahnawake – Audrey Johnson Diabo, 59, of Kahnawake, formerly of Akwesasne, unexpectedly passed away on February 11, 2020 at Anna Laberge Hospital in Chateaguay, Quebec. Beloved mother of Frank "Buck" Diabo and beloved wife of 26 years to Frank Diabo. Audrey was born in Cornwall, Ontario on March 23, 1960, the dear daughter of Irene (Sawatis) Johnson and the late Frank Johnson. She was predeceased by her father Frank Johnson on November 28, 1982; her older brother Bruce "Check" Johnson on J... Full story
MASSENA – Martha J. Connors, 73, a resident of Walnut Ave, passed away early Saturday morning, February 15, 2020 at University of Vermont Health Network-Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital in Plattsburgh, N.Y. Martha was born May 26, 1946 in Massena, the daughter of the late Leo J. and Mary Martha (Fleetham) Morrow. She was a graduate of Massena Central High School before going to nursing school in Malone where she achieved her LPN certification. She continued her education through Empire S... Full story
CORNWALL/AKWESASNE – Maryjane Lazare, 57, a resident of Joyce Street, Cornwall and Island Road, Akwesasne, peacefully passed away Wednesday afternoon, February 12, 2020 at Cornwall Hospice with the support and love of her family at her side. Maryjane was born January 27, 1963 in Bombay the daughter of Catherine Leta (Russell) Collette and the late Charles "Gordon" Collette. She was a 1981 graduate of Salmon River Central School and achieved her Associates Degree in Social Work from St. Lawrence... Full story
Annie McDonald – Born January 6, 1927 and passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones on February 11, 2020 at the age of 93 years. She is survived by her children Jennifer David (Charles), Martha Mitchell and Jerome McDonald (Sandra Benedict) and her chosen daughter Charlotte Cook, two stepdaughters Diane and Gail McDonald, by one brother Abraham Caldwell, by godsons Jonathan Caldwell and Randy Day. By her grandchildren Fred, Ange, Tracey, Chris, Robert, Carter, Jody, Kory, Patty, L... Full story
who left us 37 years ago. Louie on Feb. 3, 1983 and Mary on Feb. 23, 1983 In our hearts forever, Joelenne and Roy Adams and Families...
AKWESASNE – Larry J. White, 81, of St. Regis Road, unexpectedly passed away Friday evening, January 31, 2020 at his home. Larry was born January 9, 1939 in Hogansburg, the son of the late Thomas and Mae (McComber) White. He attended Mohawk and Bombay schools. On June 27, 1959, he married Mary Norma Brown at St. Regis Catholic Church with Rev. Michael Jacobs officiating. She predeceased him on February 6, 2015. Larry was an ironworker, first working with Local 440 during the construction of t... Full story
Jerry Lazore and a dear family friend Jessie Diabo. Picture taken in the late 1940's. Deeply missed. Barbara and family... Full story
AKWESASNE – Sandra M. "Sandi" Jock, 71, of State Route 37, was welcomed back into the loving arms of her Savior on Thursday evening, January 23, 2020 at the University of Vermont Health Network – Alice Hyde Medical Center from complications of battling multiple myeloma. Sandi was born December 24, 1948 in Malone, the daughter of the late George and Ethel (Doig) Smillie. She was a 1966 graduate of Salmon River Central School and attended SUNY Geneseo for 2 years. She later graduated from SUNY Pot... Full story
MASSENA – Dennis I. Binan, 49, of Carey Road, tragically passed away early Sunday morning, January 19, 2020 in the Town of Hopkinton. Dennis was born August 11, 1970 in Massena, the son of Jerry E. and Diane (Clemo) Binan. He was a 1988 graduate of Massena High School. On May 29, 2004, he married Sandra L. Loran at the Hogansburg United Methodist Church with Rev. James E. Barnes officiating. At the age of 16, Dennis started his working career with Frenchie's Chevrolet where he was currently t... Full story
AKWESASNE – Priscilla A. Herne "Kwawihon", 84, of 1481 State Route 37, peacefully passed away Sunday morning, January 12, 2020 in her home surrounded by her family. Priscilla was born on August 29, 1935, the daughter of the late Anabel Billings. She attended St. Regis Mohawk School and Bombay High School. On May 14, 1955, she married Larry J. Herne. He predeceased her on December 2, 1985. Priscilla dedicated her life to taking care of her children and loving husband. She enjoyed spending time w... Full story
