A Voice from the Eastern Door
A Voice from the Eastern Door
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AKWESASNE – Angus Ransom Skahiohoti, Snipe Clan, 79, of 10 Leo Swamp Road, passed away Wednesday afternoon, January 9, 2019 at Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital after a brief illness. Angus was born November 29, 1939 at the family home in Akwesasne, the son of the late Alex and Margaret (Lazore) Ransom and attended Bombay High School. He was a farmer throughout his life. He was a member of the Akwesasne Death Benefits and enjoyed watching television, playing Radio Bingo, and watching w... Full story
AKWESASNE – Darlene "Ohsontiio" Cook, Deer Clan, 66, of 204 Snye School Road, peacefully went back to the Spirit World on Friday morning, January 11, 2019 at her home. Ohsontiio was born June 10, 1952 in Cornwall, Ontario the daughter of the late Francis Arquette and Rose Mary Cook. She attended schools in Akwesasne before going to Mater Dei and St. Lawrence College, where she graduated with a degree in criminal justice. Ohsontiio worked for Mohawk Council for 25 years in various positions h... Full story
AKWESASNE – Edward Roger Terrance, 83, of 427 Cook Road, peacefully passed away in his sleep early Saturday morning, January 12, 2019 in the comfort of his home. Ed was born in Akwesasne on August 23, 1935, the son of the late John P. and Rose M. (Sawatis) Terrance. On April 26, 1958, he married Ann Arquette at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Rochester; she predeceased him on June 23, 2015. Ed was an ironworker with Local 33 in Rochester for over 30 years until his retirement. He was a die-hard... Full story
AKWESASNE – Harriet Nikawenna:'a Akat Boots, 74, former Bear Clan Mother at the Kanienkeh'aka Kaienare'kowa Kanonhsesne, passed away surrounded by her family and friends on Saturday, January 12, 2019 at her home on Kawehnoke. Akat was born May 30, 1944, the daughter of the late Frank Foote and Teresa George Daley and was raised by Andrew and Margaret George. Akat served with honor for the people as a Bear Clan mother for 47 years, she was one of the original Mohawk teachers of the Akwesasne F... Full story
AKWESASNE – Mrs. Colleen T. Bero, 57, of 42 Rooseveltown Road, passed away Sunday evening, December 23, 2018 at her home surrounded by her loving family. Colleen was born July 12, 1961 in Utica, the daughter of the late William P. and Christine P. (Edwards) Wheeler. She attended schools in Utica and Massena. On October 30, 1983, she married Leroy W. Bero in Fort Covington with Justice Jerome Brockway officiating. Throughout her life, she worked at G&G Ice Cream Store, Bob's Motel, Garrow's C... Full story
John "Atsienhaienton" Lafrance, Turtle Clan, passed away on January 5, 2019 at the Iakhihsohtha Lodge; age 90 years. John was the beloved son of the late Mitchell Lafrance and the late Mary Josephine Loft and dear brother of Pauline Lafrance Staves (Jerry). He was predeceased by his siblings Jake Lafrance, Louis Lafrance, Anthony "Tony" Lafrance and Madeline Lafrance Altheide. Also predeceased by his niece Lisa Margaret Lafrance and by his great-nephew Mitchell John Lafrance. John will be... Full story
AKWESASNE – Richard J. Tarbell, 68, of 37 McGee Road, passed away early Tuesday morning, December 25, 2018, at his home. Rick was born on June 28, 1950, in Syracuse, son of the late Lazore "Spin" and Theresa "Bear" Guthrie Tarbell. He graduated from Salmon River Central School and entered the US Navy after graduation. While in the Navy, he was a boilerman on the USS Kitty Hawk and proudly served until his honorable discharge. On February 22, 1986, he married Verda Lynn Gibson of Onondaga at S... Full story
AKWESASNE – Bruce "Check" Johnson, 61, of St. Regis Village unexpectedly passed away on January 6, 2019 in Plattsburgh. Beloved father of Marcus and Tory Thompson and beloved husband of 26 years to Liz Thompson. Bruce was born in Cornwall, Ontario on February 21, 1957, the dear son of Irene (Sawatis) Johnson and the late Frank Johnson. He was predeceased by his father, Frank on November 28, 1982; his best friend, Kenneth "Poopsie" Diabo on August 18, 2018; and his younger brother, Terry "... Full story
AKWESASNE – Norma Louise Jock, 90, a resident of Sunrise Acres, passed away late Sunday evening, January 6, 2019 at the Alice Hyde Medical Center in Malone. Louise was born April 18, 1928 at the family home in Akwesasne, the daughter of the late Andrew and Josephine (Tarbell) Jacobs. She graduated from Bombay High School and later attended Mater Dei College. On October 16, 1948, she married Daniel A. Jock at St. Regis Catholic Church. He predeceased her on June 7, 1992. Louise first worked f... Full story
Calvin Lewis Point passed away on January 6, 2019 at the Cornwall Community Hospital; age 35 years. Best friend and husband of Natalie Point. Loving father of Nolan and Jared. Loving son of Dean and Carla Point. Dear brother of Allen Point (Bry), Brandon Point (Shylo) and Amber Point (Trevor). Grandson of Francis "Bubba" Cree, the late Catherine Cree, Phyllis Point and the late Noah Point. Son-in-law of Monique and Wayne Paquette and brother-in-law of Chris Motard. Godfather of Dominic, Ella... Full story
Andrew "Alley Oop" Mitchell, of 28 Third Street, Kanatakon, passed away on December 12, 2018 at Tsiionkwanonhso:te at the age of 85 years. Son of the Late Jake and Christie Mitchell, dear brother of Simon Mitchell, Mae Mitchell (Browers) and Julia Mitchell (Beers). Andrew was predeceased by his parents Jake and Christie Sawatis (Mitchell), by his brother Roman, sister Mary Mitchell (Rourke) and nieces Kerisite Kwaronhiotako and Diana. He will be lovingly remembered by nieces Teresa Lazore,... Full story
AKWESASNE – Beatrice "Tekaroniahkwa" Bero, affectionately known as "Tota Bero," 78, of 413 St. Regis Road, unexpectedly passed away late Sunday evening, December 16, 2018 at Cornwall Community Hospital. Beatrice was born December 19, 1939 in Cornwall the daughter of the late Paul and Agnes (Square) King and attended St. Regis Village School. On January 31, 1960, she married James E. Bero at St. Regis Catholic Church with Rev. Michael Jacobs officiating. Beatrice was a Personal Support Worker f... Full story
KANATAKON – Theodore Lawrence "Teddy" Jacobs "SKAIOWATIHSON", 80, of 61 Akwesasne Street, passed away Wednesday, December 12, 2018, at IAKHIHSOHTHA Lodge. Teddy was born February 9, 1938 in Cornwall, ON, son of the late Angus and Margaret Square Mitchell. He married Harriett Gray, who predeceased him in 2002. He was a member of the Mohawk Nation Longhouse, was a Wolf Clan Feather Keeper, a former member of the Shriners Lodge, and a Death Benefits Group member. Teddy was owner and operator of t... Full story
AKWESASNE - Nancy Elizabeth Phillips, 71, of 381 Wade LaFrance Memorial Road, unexpectedly passed away on Sunday, December 9, 2018 at the Cornwall Community Hospital. Nancy was born on July 20, 1947, in Kanatakon, daughter of the late Christie Smoke-Mitchell. She married Louis Phillips in the summer of 1990 at the St. Regis Catholic Church. Nancy was a communicant of St. Regis Catholic Church, a member of the Altar and Rosary Society, and a volunteer at Homemakers. She was a housekeeper at... Full story
CONSTABLE – Martin C. Jock "Aronhiaheha", 58, of Freeman Road, unexpectedly passed away Friday morning, November 30, 2018 at the University of Vermont Health Network – Alice Hyde Medical Center in Malone. Marty was born June 19, 1960 in Malone, the son of the late Ivan P. and Marie L. (Stapleson) Jock. He attended Mohawk School and graduated from Salmon River High School in 1978. After graduation, he entered the U.S. Navy, proudly serving his country until his honorable discharge. While on act... Full story
MALONE – Mr. Cameron M. Jacobs, 54, of Elm Street ICF, passed away Wednesday afternoon, November 21, 2018 at his home under the loving care of the ICF and Hospice of the North Country. Cameron was born March 5, 1964 in Cornwall, the son of the late James M. and Elma June "Elmie" (Angell) Jacobs. He has worked for North Star Industries throughout his life, most recently working at the Day Hab facilities. He enjoyed singing opera music, cleaning, watching movies, and was a huge Elvis fan. He w... Full story
AKWESASNE – Maxine A. Cole "Kaia'tahente", 65, of 1449 Island Road, Kawehonke, unexpectedly went back to the Spirit World on Wednesday, November 21, 2018 at her home. Maxine was born September 7, 1953 in Massena, the daughter of the late Thomas and May (Benedict) Cole. She attended Salmon River Schools and graduated from Massena High School. She continued her education at SUNY Potsdam, where she achieved her Bachelor of Arts Degree and later earned her Master of Science Degree in Epidemiology f... Full story
AKWESASNE – Jacqueline Louise Mitchell, 57, of 141 Snye Road, Snye, passed away early Sunday morning, November 18, 2018 at Ottawa General Hospital. Jackie was born March 30, 1961 in Malone, the daughter of the late Michael F. and Marie (Mitchell) Smith. She was a 1979 graduate of St. Agnes High School in Rochester. She continued her education at St. Lawrence College in Cornwall, where she graduated from the Registered Nursing Program. She was a registered nurse working at the Akwesasne Home f... Full story
Mr. Dennis Danny Thompson passed away at the Cornwall Community Hospital-McConnell Site on Friday, November 2, 2018 at the age of 69 years. He was a long-term employee of the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne (49 years). Danny was the beloved husband of Carol Thompson and companion of Gail Thomas, loved father of Jason (Wendy), David (Jessica), Daniel (Denise), and Roy (Theresa). He will be sadly missed by his grandchildren Stephen, Jeremy, Jason, Samantha, Colleen, Conner, Brandy, Gracie, Alex,... Full story
12 – 1988 Served in WW II, Normandy... Full story
AKWESASNE – Mrs. Christie Grace (Herne) Thompson, 93, a longtime resident of St. Regis Road, peacefully passed away Sunday morning, October 28, 2018 at Tsiionkwanonhso:te – Cornwall Island Long Term Care Facility, where she had been a resident since May 2008. Christie was born July 25, 1925 at the family home in Akwesasne, the daughter of the late William and Charlotte (White) Herne. She attended Mohawk schools and graduated from Bombay High School. Following her graduation, she continued her... Full story
In Richelieu, October 26th, 2018, deceased at the age of 97 years old, after 76 years of religious life, B. Bertrand Girard, S.J. Born in Saint-Gervais-de-Bellechasse. He joined the Jesuits in 1942. After his noviciate, he was a gardener, a carpenter as well as a cook in various Jesuit residences. He also took care of various activities. He worked among the Akwesasne Mohawks from 1972 to 2006. Beside his Jesuit colleagues, he leaves to mourn 2 sisters: Jeanne (wife of the late Gratien... Full story
Paul A. Pecenka, 64 of Cheyenne passed away October 26, 2018 at Cheyenne Regional Medical Center and is now reunited with his loving wife. He was born February 26, 1954 in Albany, NY to Stella Benedict and adopted by John Pecenka. He married Deborah Wilkey on February 24, 1979 and was a mechanic. He was a member of the First Congregational Church. He was a committed and loving husband, father and papa. Paul is survived by his children, Christan Pecenka, Andrew Pecenka and Chelsea Pecenka all of... Full story
AKWESASNE – After a brief illness, Nelson R. Jacobs, 67, of 70 Third Street, Kanatakon, passed away Tuesday evening, October 30, 2018 at Ottawa General Hospital surrounded by his loving family. Nelson was born May 3, 1951 in Cornwall, the son of the late Thomas F. and Cecilia (David) Jacobs. He attended school in Kanatakon before graduating from St. Lawrence High School in Cornwall. He later graduated from St. Lawrence College. Nelson worked at Alcoa for 37 years, starting in the pot rooms b... Full story
AKWESASNE - Peter "Pete" Sunday, Sr. was called home to the Sky World on the morning of October 21, 2018, surrounded by his loved ones. Pete served in the US Military, being given an honorable discharge from active service. He went on to work as an iron worker for many years, where he also retired. Pete worked for years as a police officer with the Akwesasne Mohawk Police Services, where he served for many years as Chief of Police, finally retiring from years of service at Iakhihsohtha. After... Full story
