A Voice from the Eastern Door
A Voice from the Eastern Door
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AKWESASNE- Ronald M. "Rasenakaion" Jock, 50, of 7 St. Regis Road, unexpectedly passed away on Sunday, March 10, 2024 at the Massena Hospital. Rasenakaion was born on January 5, 1974 in Malone, son of Warren Jock and the late Patricia Ann (Jacobs) Jock. He was a graduate of Salmon River Central School and served in the US Marine Corps from 1992 until his honorable discharge in 1996. Ronald was a member of the Longhouse. He was a security guard at Queen Leaf in Akwesasne, having previously worked... Full story
Mr. Jeffrey B. Marshall, age 49, of Chapel Hill, TN, passed away on Tuesday, February 13, 2024 in Nashville, TN. He was a native of Malone, NY and was a son of Carl Marshall and Mary Sabin Marshall. Jeff had many hobbies and loved sports of all kinds. In his younger days his true favorite was baseball. He excelled on the diamond. Before long Jeff caught the racing fever and loved making things that could go fast. He was an avid racer competing in snowmobile drag racing, motocross, street stock... Full story
Richard "Rich" Lee Norton, Jr., 57, of Biloxi, MS, lost his 18-month battle to cancer. Born in Rochester, NY on August 7, 1966 to Richard Lee Norton, Sr. and Patricia Ransom, Rich passed away on Thursday, February 1, 2024 in the comfort of his home surrounded by his family. Rich graduated from Ocean Springs High School in 1984. He attended Gulf Coast Community College, Hinds County Community College from 1989 – 1991 where he earned his Associates Degree and USM in 1992. Rich served in the U... Full story
Mr. Jeff Marshall, age 49, of Chapel Hill, TN, passed away on Tuesday, February 13, 2024 in Nashville, TN. He was a native of Malone, NY and was a son of Carl Marshall and Mary Sabin Marshall. Jeff was of the Catholic faith and worked as a mechanic having worked on all types of automobiles and recreational vehicles. Mr. Marshall is survived by his daughter, Kara (Andrew) Wethington of Chapel Hill, TN; two grandsons, Weston & Hudson Wethington of Chapel Hill, TN; mother, Mary Marshall of Malone, NY; father, Carl (Lois) Marshall of Skerry, NY;... Full story
Karen Kateri Bell-Boyer 79 of Burke NY Born February 5th, 1944 passed away on January 19th, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. Karen was the daughter of Wellington & Margaret (Tarbell) Bell. She grew up in Burke NY and attended Malone Schools. On October 24th 1964 Karen was joined in holy matrimony to Robert P. Boyer at St George's Church in Burke NY by Father Reiter. She is survived by her husband Robert of 59 years and her Children Robert Jr. & his wife Kathy of Burke, Vicki Boyer & her... Full story
AKWESASNE – John T. White, known to many as "Johnny Bullets", 83, of St. Regis Road, peacefully passed away Friday afternoon, January 12, 2024 in the comfort of his home with the love of his family at his side. Johnny Bullets was born on April 18, 1940 in Kanatakon the son of the late Thomas and Elsie (Terrance) White and attended Bombay schools. On October 31, 1970, he married Gladys M. Oakes in Boston Hills, New York. At age 15, Bullets started working as an ironworker, working throughout the... Full story
AKWESASNE- Michael L. Laughing, Sr., "Sahtekaientes," Bear Clan, peacefully passed on to the Spirit World on January 7, 2024 with his children and grandchildren by his side at his home. Mike was born on January 19, 1966, son of the late Frank W. and Marilyn Jean (Anderson) Laughing. He married Shawn Tarbell on January 19, 2000 at Kanien'ke:haka Kaianereh'ko:wa Kanonses:neh. He belonged to the Death Benefits Group, and many Longhouse Societies and was a Land Defender. He first worked... Full story
CORNWALL – Angus Jerry Smoke "Beep-be", 65, a resident of Alice Street, passed away Sunday evening, December 24, 2023 at Cornwall Community Hospital, after a lengthy illness. Angus was born March 31, 1958 in Cornwall, the son of the late Joseph H. and Cecelia (Lazore) Smoke. He attended schools in Snye, Syracuse, and Salmon River Central School. Angus worked for a time as an ironworker before becoming a self-employed contractor. He enjoyed building and fixing things, playing pool, and was a t... Full story
SNYE- Dennis D. Shakoia'tentha "The Master" Lazore, 91, of 311 McDonald Road, peacefully passed away on Monday, January 1, 2024 at his home. Dennis was born on November 6, 1932 in St. Regis, QC, son of the late Thomas and Annie (Bero) Lazore. He attended schools in St. Regis and Snye. He then married Rose Marie Sunday. The marriage ended in divorce but not before being blessed with three children. He then married Ann Shirley Cook; the marriage ended in divorce but not before being blessed with f... Full story
Natalie Rose Cole, age 32 died unexpectedly on December 7, 2023 in Cornwall Ontario. She is survived by her Mother Marie Cole (Dennis) Grandmother Judy Cole, her brother Travis Cole (Jessica) and sister Lindsay Cole. Cherished Aunt to Parris Cole, Kaide Sunday, Jaxon Tarbell, Jimi Tarbell, Jia Tarbell, Joey Tarbell, and Perry Cole. Cherished Niece of Denise (Randy) Jock Snye, Shirley (Rudy) Thompson State Rd, Sandy (Ray) Garrow Frogtown, Charles Thompson, Hogansburg cousins: Yvonne (Blake)... Full story
MASSENA – Robert M. Hampton, 55, of Amherst Road, unexpectedly passed away, Friday, January 5, 2024 at Canton-Potsdam Hospital after a brief illness. Robert was born on February 22, 1968 in Massena, the son of Everett and Judith (Garrow) Hampton. He graduated in 1989 from Potsdam High School. Robert worked for ARC throughout his life and participated in the Special Olympics for many years. He was an avid bowler, having belonged to many bowling leagues, enjoyed all sports especially following the... Full story
Charles Peters, 87, of River Road, Snye, passed away at his home on January 7, 2024 with his loving family by his side. Charlie was born on July 5, 1936, in Akwesasne, the son of the late John D. and Theresa (Seymour) Peters. He attended Snye Schools and later married Genevieve Back on July 4, 1970 at St. Regis Catholic Church. Charles worked as an Iron Worker in the Local 440 for 40 years. He enjoyed being on the water, boating, working outdoors and watching Western movies. Charles is survived... Full story
Dolores M. Swamp, age 60, passed away on January 1, 2023. Daughter of the late Alex and Rita (Lazore) Smoke. Lisa A. Ward, age 57, passed away on January 1, 2023. Daughter of the late Alex and Rita (Lazore) Smoke. Lewis L. “Porky” Garrow, age 76, passed away on January 1, 2023. Son of the late Alex and Agnes M. (Herne) Garrow. Eleanor A. Ransom, age 78, passed away on January 5, 2023. Daughter of the late Angus and Mildred (Ransom) Bero. Perry J. Point “Kakwirake:ron” age 41, passed away on January 7, 2023. Son of the late Percy and Karen (... Full story
Rev. John E. Thohate Maracle, Emeritus Pastor of Mohawk Assembly of God, died on Nov. 16, 2023 at 73 years old. Thohate (Jo-ha-day) was born November 12, 1950 to Garnet and Bertha Maracle. At 16, Maracle became a Mohawk warrior. As the grandson of a Wolf Clanmother and one of the first Mohawk Pentecostal believers, Maracle had a heart for the 673 indigenous nations in North America to be told the truth that a person can have a personal relationship with Jesus and remain indigenous. In 1973, Maracle graduated from Central Bible College, in... Full story
AKWESASNE – James Stewart Jacobs, 79, affectionately known as "Governor Dewey", of River Road, Snye, passed away Monday afternoon, November 27, 2023 at his home. Dewey was born on December 9, 1943 on Yellow Island, the son of the late Peter S. and Cecilia (Lazare) Jacobs. He attended schools in Snye, St. Regis and Salmon River. He was a second-generation residential school survivor. He worked for various companies throughout his life including ironwork in New York City, roofing in Syracuse, a...
Butch joined his mother, Bessie Thomas, and many beloved family members at the end of his courageous battle with Cancer. He was grateful to pass in the Syracuse home he shared with Peggy Neuman. He is survived by his siblings, Pam, Penny, Jamie, and Curt. Butch was a son, Brother, Uncle, Nephew, Cousin and Friend to so many. We will miss his sense of humor and funny taglines. Butch's excellent work ethic was built during his early years living in Kanatakon. He was quick witted and smart, and so...
AKWESASNE – Kaienes – Cecilia Mitchell, 86, a longtime resident of Kateri Tekakwitha Street, journeyed back to the Spirit World on Monday, December 4, 2023 at Tsiionkwanonhso:te on Cornwall Island. Kaienes was born in Akwesasne on September 30, 1937, the daughter of the late Michael "Tehonikonnratha" and Mary (Thompson) Mitchell "Wenniseriosta". She was raised in St. Regis, where she attended schools. Kaienes did many things in her life to mention a few would be baker, basket maker, her...
AKWESASNE – William Martin Lazore, 77, of 216 Hemlock Road, Snye, passed away Sunday morning, December 3, 2023 at his home. Bill was born on April 16, 1946 in Tupper Lake, the son of the late Abraham and Margaret (Young) Lazore. He was raised in St. Regis, where he went to school. Bill was an ironworker throughout his life and will fondly be remembered for his great storytelling. He cherished the time he was able to spend on the water and at his cabin on Christie's Island. Bill is survived by h...
AKWESASNE – Belson Foster Jones, 73, passed away Saturday, November 25, 2023 at Massena Hospital after a lengthy illness. Belson was born on September 7, 1950 in Syracuse, the son of the late Foster and Pathenia (Gibson) Jones. He grew up in Onondaga where he graduated from Onondaga Central School. Following his graduation, he entered the United States Navy, serving his country as a corpsman until his honorable discharge. On April 8, 1988, he married Roxene Cook in Onondaga. Belson was a s... Full story
Akwesasne: Selena M. Smoke, 93, of St. Regis Road, passed away on November 21, 2023 at Cornwall Community Hospital with her family by her side. Selena was born December 26, 1929 in Akwesasne, the daughter of the late George and Clara (News) Garrow. She attended St. Regis Mohawk School and later graduated from Massena Highschool in 1947. Selena married Edward Smoke on December 5, 1957 at the Methodist Parsonage. He later predeceased her on December 21, 2008. Selena worked at Warner Brothers as a... Full story
Beulah Ann Terrance, a remarkable soul who graced this world for an impressive 97 years, peacefully departed on November 15, 2023. She left behind a legacy of love, wisdom, and cherished memories that will forever resonate in the hearts of those fortunate enough to have known her. Born on October 21, 1926, in Syracuse, NY, to John and Marion (Herne) Bigtree, Beulah grew up in Akwesasne, where she embarked on a journey filled with adventures, challenges, and triumphs. During World War II, she... Full story
Kathleen Ann ("Kateri") Jacobs, 74, of Cook Farm Lane, Akwesasne, passed away after complications from an ongoing illness early Tuesday afternoon, November 7, 2023. Kateri was a woman who enjoyed life and knowing everything that was going on around her. She was affectionately known by her family as the "Cook Farm Lane Inspector", if it was happening on Cook Farm Lane, she knew about it. She was a woman of many talents including Lacrosse Stick Lacer for many area lacrosse players, a talented... Full story
Verlain Elizabeth White peacefully returned home to her family and friends to Sky World. She was born in Syracuse, NY July 3, 1940 to Joseph M. White and Mary (Oakes) White. She is pre-deceased by her parents Joseph and Mary; Edward (Eddie) Hogan her husband; siblings Mary Jane White and Joseph Wilson White; and a niece Mary Verlain (White) Lazore and her late son Abe Lazore. Verlain is survived by her son Ricky J. White and wife (Karen); her grandchildren Sheena M. White and partner (Johnny) an... Full story
STAR LAKE – Alden R. Ward, 77, of Lake Road, unexpectedly passed away Friday, November 3, 2023 at his home. Alden was born on May 28, 1946 in Massena, the son of the late Reuben and Elizabeth (Debo) Ward and attended schools in Massena. He worked in the construction business throughout his life and also worked for a time with a blacktop sealing company. He enjoyed going to garage sales, watching classic television shows and spending time with his nieces. Alden is survived by his siblings, E... Full story
Akwesasne: Catherine Nadine Nicole Martin, born November 8, 1990, devoted mother, daughter, sister, and aunt of Akwesasne, passed away unexpectedly on October 29th, 2023, at the age of 32. The eldest daughter of Theresa Connors is survived by her four children Sadie Martin, Ronin Miller, Tucker Monroe, and Aliliana Gollinger. She is also survived by her parents, Theresa Connors and James Martin; her sisters, Jessica Connors and her partner, Austin Davenport, Tiffany Connors and her partner,... Full story
