A Voice from the Eastern Door
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Carlos M. Jacobs 60, of State Route 37, passed away on March 20, 2021 at home while under the care of Hospice. Carlos was born on November 11, 1960 in Massena, New York, the son of Charles and Alberta "Linda" (Arquette) Jacobs. He attended Salmon River School graduating in 1979. Carlos joined the United States Army and was stationed in Germany as a Combat Engineer and was later honorably discharged after 4 years. He worked as a janitor at Akwesasne Mohawk School for several years and later... Full story
Akwesasne: M. Dawn Thompson, 67, of Saint Regis Road, Akwesasne, passed away on Tuesday, March 10, 2021 at University of Vermont Health Network – CVPH. Dawn was born on February 15, 1954 in Massena, the daughter of Clarence and Dolores (Jacobs) Thompson. She attended Salmon River High School graduating in 1972. At one time, Dawn worked at the National Indian Brotherhood/Assembly of First Nations in Ottawa, ON and later at Mohawk Council of Akwesasne. She then went on to work for St. Regis M... Full story
It is with saddened hearts that the family of Eric Phillip George Seymour announces his passing at age 75. Eric's journey began January 17 of 1946. Son of Richard Seymour and Louise Thomas, he went to school in the Akwesasne and Cornwall area attending Indian Day School, Saint Columban's West elementary, and St Lawrence High School. Eric went on to take Mechanical Engineering at Algonquin College, then transferring to Aylmer Police Academy where he successfully completed Advanced Patrol... Full story
AKWESASNE- Lori Ann Phillips, 44, of 82 1st Street, peacefully passed away Tuesday, March 16, 2021 at her home, surrounded by her loving family. Lori was born on March 6, 1977 in Cornwall, Ontario, daughter of Florence (Thompson) Phillips and the late Leslie Phillips. She attended St. Regis Village Akwesasne Mohawk Schools and graduated from General Vanier and St. Lawrence College. She worked at the Casino for 20 years as a Slot Attendant and also as a Gaming Inspector for the St. Regis Mohawk... Full story
AKWESASNE – Darrel P. Barnes, affectionately known as Ducky to many, 79, of Frogtown Road, peacefully passed into the Spirit World on Thursday morning, February 25, 2021 at Canton-Potsdam Hospital. Ducky was born on April 19, 1941 at the family home in Akwesasne, the son of the late Fred and Louise (Cook) Barnes. He attended Bombay High School and proudly achieved his GED while in the US Army. He proudly served his country during the Vietnam War, serving a total of 8 years until his honorable d... Full story
FORT COVINGTON – Julius G. Cook, 66, of 2409 Chateaugay Street, passed away Tuesday morning, February 16, 2021 at Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital. Julius was born on January 6, 1955 in Cornwall, the son of the late Abraham and Florence (Lazore) Cook. He attended Mohawk School and graduated from Salmon River Central School. He continued his education at Norwich University, a military college in Northfield, Vermont. While in school he played football, lacrosse, and hockey, as well has b... Full story
AKWESASNE – Mr. Dalton John White, "Kahnatiio", 23, of 529 River Road, unexpectedly passed away Friday afternoon, March 05, 2021 at home. Dalton was born June 10, 1997 in Massena, the son of the Frederick and Stephanie (Pierce) Lazore and Tammy White. He attended schools in Akwesasne. He loved to be outdoors fishing, skiing and snowmobiling. Dalton also loved to help around the house, pasture and in the garage, he enjoyed spending time with his father and brothers working on farm equipment, b... Full story
Gloria Fadden, our rock, loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin and friend passed away on February 14th. Gloria was born in New York City and grew up in Akwesasne. Gloria married her husband, Carroll Fadden and together they went on to raise their family. She worked in retail and retired from Dey Bros. in Syracuse, NY. After retirement they moved to their favorite place, the Adirondacks where they enjoyed many more years together. Gloria was predeceased by her loving husband,... Full story
Dalton D. Cook, 24, of 2409 Chateaugay Street, unexpectedly passed away on February 1, 2021. Dalton was born on October 23, 1996 in Burlington, VT, son of Julius Cook and the late Audrey (Burns) Cook. He was a graduate of Salmon River Central School. He worked at the Casino, and enjoyed spending time in the outdoors, whether hiking, playing sports or going on an adventure. He was a huge car enthusiast and liked watching He enjoyed playing many sports, attending others sporting events and watchin... Full story
Henry E. Lazore, age 85 of Corning, New York passed away on Wednesday, February 3, 2021 at Guthrie Corning Hospital. He was born on August 7, 1935 in Akwesasne to Albert and Margaret (Tarbell) Lazore. He married Shirley Wheeler and together they enjoyed 47 years of marriage. He served this country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. Henry worked as an Iron Worker for Local #440 for 27 years. He worked on many structures in the Southern Tier and would often point out that he built "that... Full story
Louis M. Barnes, 64 of 87 Jock Road, Akwesasne, suddenly passed away Monday February 1, 2021 at Massena Memorial Hospital. Louis was born August 1, 1956 in Massena, NY the son of the late William & late Margaret (Arquette) Barnes. He attended the St. Regis Mohawk School and Massena Central High School. Louis was an EMT with the Mohawk Council Ambulance Service in its early years. He cherished his time spent with family and with his dog Izzy. He especially enjoyed long drives to the mountains &... Full story
Gerald Angus Laughing, 76, of Adolphus, KY passed away Thursday, January 28, 2021 at the Medical Center at Bowling Green. The Hogansburg, NY native was a retired U. S. Navy veteran. He was a son of the late Angus Jake Laughing and Ida Curotte Laughing. He is survived by his wife: Debbie Laughing, Adolphus, KY; 4 sons: Robert Angus Laughing, Augusta, GA; Hawk Laughing, Morgantown, KY; Jason (Wolf) Laughing, TX and Gerald Keith Laughing, Bentleyville, PA; 1 brother: James Laughing, Sanborn, NY; 2... Full story
FORT COVINGTON - Dalton D. Cook, 24, son of Julius and the late Audrey (Burns) Cook, unexpectedly passed away Monday morning, February 1, 2021 at Alice Hyde Medical Center. Arrangements are with the Donaldson Funeral Home, Massena. Services will be announced once finalized.... Full story
Abraham Thomas Caldwell, Te ka ron hio kon, 97, formerly of 124 Tewesateni Road, Kawehnoke, peacefully passed away early Wednesday morning January 20, 2021 at the Tsiionkwanonhso:te Home. Abraham was born on September 11, 1923 on Kawehnoke, the son of the late Paul and Katie (Seymour) Caldwell. He attended school at Cornwall Island Indian Day School. On July 2, 1949, he married his loving wife of 66 years, Lila Caldwell, (Oakes) at the St. Regis Catholic Church. She predeceased him on March 20,... Full story
Pauline Jacobs Cook, 90, a longtime resident of Buckshot Road, Kawehnoke, passed away Wednesday, January 13, 2021 at Tsiionkwanonhso:te. Pauline was born on July 29, 1930 in Akwesasne, the daughter of the late Frank Jacobs and Cecile "Sadie" (Sharrow) Jacobs Jocko. She attended schools in Kanatakon before going to St. Regis Island Indian Day School. On January 18, 1950, she married Vernon Nelson "Tony" Cook in Nedrow, New York. He predeceased her on October 18, 1985. Pauline worked for a short... Full story
Gerren B. Hart, 31, of 1601 State Route 37, unexpectedly passed away Thursday morning, January 14, 2021 at Alice Hyde Medical Center in Malone. Gerren was born on March 28, 1989 in Cornwall, the son of the late Dana (Cook) Hart and Randy J. Hart. He was a graduate of Salmon River Central School and was currently working in the kitchen at the Akwesasne Mohawk Casino. He enjoyed listening to music, drawing, and collecting pop figures. Gerren is survived by his father, Randy; his sister, Azia... Full story
Eleanor Thompson peacefully passed away at Tsiionkwanonhso:te Long Term Care on Thursday, January 7, 2021 at the age of 96 years. Loving mother of Tom Thomas, the late Ronald T Woods and the late Janet Vanbuskirk. Cherished grandmother of Lorie White, Cynthia Kalencki, Joyce Ross and Teresa Taylor. Dear sister of Inez Seymour. Preceded in death by her parents Anna Peters and Tobias Thompson, by her brother Leonard Thompson, brother Raymond Thompson and sister Gladys Fetter. Many beloved nieces,... Full story
Martha Louise LaFrance "Tewennate", 74, of 219 Racquette Point Road, passed away Wednesday, January 6, 2021 at Tsiionkwanso:te. Martha was born on October 7, 1946 in Massena, the daughter of the late William and Phoebe (LaFrance) Francis. She attended schools in St. Regis, later graduating from Ithaca college with her bachelor's degree in Speech Pathology. On July 4, 1964, she married Ronald LaFrance at St. Regis Catholic Church. He predeceased her on July 29, 1996. Martha was a speech... Full story
Matayia A. Garrow, "Tekahontsiawakon", 25, of 4 Rooseveltown Road, unexpectedly passed away early Friday morning, January 8, 2021 in Akwesasne. Tayia was born on January 3, 1996 in Massena, the daughter of Trish Garrow and Joshua David. She was a graduate of Salmon River Central School. She was currently working as a front desk receptionist at the Akwesasne Mohawk Casino Resort Hotel. She enjoyed reading, going to concerts, and she cherished the time she was able to spend with her family and... Full story
Thomas David, "Anenhren:te", 88, of 21 David Lane, Kawehnoke, peacefully passed away Friday evening, January 8, 2021 at his home. Tom was born on August 7, 1932 in Cornwall, the son of the late Andrew and Annie (Jacobs) David. He attended schools on Kawehnoke. On March 20, 1965, he married Cecilia Thompson at the Hogansburg Methodist Church. Tom worked as an ironworker for a short time before going to work at Akwesasne Mohawk School as a custodian. Tom was also a lifelong farmer and was an avid... Full story
Abram Phillips, 77, of 1090 Drum Street Road, passed away late Thursday evening, December 31, 2020 at Upstate University Hospital. Abram was born on March 27, 1943 in Tsi Snaihne, the son of the late Mitchell and Theresa (Cooke) Phillips. On June 7, 1969, he married Patricia Oakes at St. Regis Catholic Church with Rev. Francis Arsenault officiating. Abram worked for many years in Rochester for the Apex Company before returning back to Akwesasne. While living in Akwesasne, he was a laborer for... Full story
Helen Wood White, 78, of Meadowview Lane, passed away Friday afternoon, December 25, 2020 at Canton-Potsdam Hospital after a brief illness. Helen was born in Akwesasne on June 10, 1942, the daughter of the late Jacob "Jake" and Mary (Bero) Wood. She attended schools in Akwesasne before graduating from Salmon River Central School. She was married to Guilford White for 25 years. In the mid to late 1960's, Helen worked in Data Processing starting in Boston, continuing at SUNY Potsdam and later in... Full story
Our precious father, Charles Ronald Cooke passed away at the age of 87 to be reunited with his family in heaven. Ronald (chose to go by his middle name) lived a full life, filled with wonderful memories and the love of his family. Born September 29, 1933 to John and Josephine Cook in Akwesasne. Ronald was the oldest of 12 children. Ronald attended St. Regis Mohawk School, Bombay High School and then was drafted into the US Army and served in the Korean War. After serving in the Korean War... Full story
Betty Ann David, Eel Clan, 71, of 15 Racquette Point Road, journeyed back to the Spirit World on Tuesday morning, December 15, 2020 at Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital in Plattsburgh after a brief illness. Betty was born on October 11, 1949 in Cornwall, the daughter of Lenora (Abraham) David and the late Moses David. She attended Cornwall Island Indian Day School, Downey's East End School, and graduated from St. Lawrence High School in Cornwall. She continued her education at St. Lawrence Co... Full story
Kienon Jace LaFrance, age 25, passed away on January 4, 2020. Son of James J. and Charlotte Christina (Weir) LaFrance. Agnes Mary Cook “Owesokon” age 101, passed away on January 10, 2020. Daughter of the late Thomas and Louise (Stuart) Jock. Priscilla A. Herne, age 84, passed away on January 12, 2020. Daughter of the late Anabel Billings. Dennis I. Binan, age 49, passed away on January 19, 2020. Son of Jerry E. and Diane (Clemo) Binan. Married to Sandra Loran Binan. Sandra M. Jock, age 71, passed away on January 23, 2020. Daughter of the late G... Full story
