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Smoke Signals 9 JULY 15, 2007 Anthony Albert George January 31, 1942 July 5, 2007 Tribal Elder Anthony "Tony" Albert George passed away on Thursday, July 5, 2007 in Portland at the age of 65. He was born January 31, 1942 in McMinnville, Oregon to Lloyd and Alberta (Riggs) George. Tony gradu ated from Willamina High School and attended Chemeketa Commu nity College. He joined the US Army and served in Vietnam. He married Claudia Mausch on July 6, 1968 in Reno, Nevada. Tony enjoyed socializing, giving candy to the kids, fast cars, Spirit Mountain Casino, crossword puzzles, and the Elder's activities at Grand Ronde. He is survived by his wife Claudia George of Modesto, California, his children; Cindi Hall of McMinnville, Rod Lundeen of McMinnville, Tracy Schulte of Modesto, Michele 'Tonya" Chrestensen of Salem, his brothers and sisters; Allen George of Grand Ronde, Ron George of Salem, Diana George of Salem, Candy Robertson of Grand Ronde, ten grandchildren; Cory, Breeana, Brett, Amanda, Brody, Miranda, Westin, Risa, Justin and Kara, and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and extended family. Tony was pre ceded in death by his son Marty George and brother Monte George. Funeral services were held on Tuesday, July 10 at the Grand Ronde Tribal Gymnasium. Contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association or to the American Heart Association. On-line condolences may be sent to www.dallastribute.com. Diabetes Support Group Date: Tuesday, July 17, 2007 , Time: 11 a.m. Place: Tribal Community Center (Covered Area) Topic: Keeping yourself healthy through summer barbeques Presenter: Shirley Walkhoff, RN, CHN Lunch provided , . , Door prizes Diabetes Education Class , Date: Thursday, July 19, 2007 -' ..Time: 5 p.m. '( Place: Tribal Community Center ; I Presenter: Shirley Walkhoff V ) ? Topic: to be announced f i Light dinner provided - n V': 'i t -J rT-v , , If you have any questions please call Bonnie Mercier at 503-879-2016 Potlatch Fund: Expanding Philanthropy In Northwest Indian Country Request for Proposals Potlatch Fund is excited to announce the 2007 Native Arts Granting Cycle to benefit Native arts and cultures in the Northwest. Projects must be active during the granting period of October 2007-September 2008. Grants will be awarded in amounts ranging from $500 to $5,000. Potlatch Fund Mission Potlatch Fund inspires to build upon the Native tradition of giving in North west Indian Country to promote economic development, natural resource pro tection, education, cultural preservation, civic participation, and the overall health of Native people and their communities. The name, Potlatch Fund, reflects a Northwest Coastal Tribal traditional ceremony and in the Chinook language Potlatch means to give, or, a gift. Historically potlatches were occasions when individuals shared their good fortune through the distribution of gifts to members of their Tribes as well as those of neighboring Tribes. Types of Native Arts Grants Grants to individuals artists for their projects. Grants to arts organizations for arts projects. If you have any questions concerning eligibility, kindly contact Potlatch Fund. How to apply Submit one copy of cover letter, proposal and all attachments, on white 8 Wx 11" paper, to: Potlatch Fund, Attn: Lawrence Leake, 801 Second Ave, Suite 304, Seattle, Washington 98104 .... . " Xi The June 15 issue of Smoke Signals contained an obitu ary for the late Dorothy Lawe. Since that funeral notice ran we've received updated information from family mem bers. That information is listed below. The Smoke Signals staff extends condolences to all of Dorothy Lawe's family members. Smoke Signals, We would like to thank everyone that helped with Dorothy Lawe's Celebration of Life. Special thanks to CC for the song at the Cemetery; the drummers who performed at the cemetery; Dorothy Lane for organizing the event; Kathryn Harrison for the blessing, Julian, Alexus and Promise for helping serve and set up the meal, Teresa and kids, Jackie and Dewayne, Mary and Allen, Aunt Barbara and Aunt Judy, Darlene and Bonnie, Barbara Jean, and Liz Leno. Also, we would like to thank the kitchen staff for all of their help. Thank you for all of the wonderful cards, letters, food and prayers everyone brought. We all appreciate all of the great help that everyone brought and if anyone was forgotten we would like to thank you. Dorothy Lawe was the daughter of TJ and Sis McKnight. She was the oldest of 13 children. She was preceded in death by her husband, Reynold Lawe. She enjoyed people and gatherings. She volunteered for every event she possibly could. She was on the Rodeo and Pow-wow committees. She taught arts and crafts to the kids at Nanitch for at least 10 years. She enjoyed making shawls, scarves and hats for people. She was very involved in all Elders activities. Dorothy is survived by two daughters, Diane and Renee. Three sisters, Judy, Barbara and Beverly. One brother, Richard. Grandchildren, Michael, Dorothy, Toni, Faye and Reynold. Great grandchildren, Elisha, Joe Michael, Danaee, Kyle, Amber, Jess, Cheyenne, Keshena, Taralynn, Lenard, Joseph, Cassi, Crysta, Da vid, Jeromy, and Nathaniel. Great grandchildren, Julian, Alexus, Katieann, Adian, Jada, and Carson. In addition to these immediate family members there are three new Great-great grandchildren on the way and due to be born summer of 2007!! Diane Lane and Family Smoke Signals: I wish to submit a correction and addition to the notice put in the June 15th edition of the Smoke Signals outlining the family members of the late Dorothy Lawe. The reason this is vital is that many of us believe the Smoke Signals publication holds historical value for our Tribe. We would hope that the submissions are accurate when it comes to identifying family members and that folks would not intention ally misrepresent or eliminate family members because of personal issues. It is not the responsibility or the task of the Smoke Signal staff to research the submissions for accurate family informa tion. Down the road when there is a question as to Tribal heritage one way that our Tribal members can follow their lineage is to take a look at periodicals that have been published in the area. Smoke Signals is but one resource for Tribal members to learn and docu ment their heritage. Smoke Signals should not be used as a tool for those who have problems with other family members and are hurtful individuals. To clarify, Dorothy is survived by two daughters, Diane and Renee. Three sisters, Judy, Barbara and Beverly. One brother, Richard. Grandchildren, Michael, Dorothy, Toni, Faye and Reyn old. Great grandchildren, Elisha, Joe Michael, Danaee, Kyle, Am ber, Jess, Cheyenne, Keshena, Taralynn, Lenard, Joseph, Cassi, Crysta, David, Jeromy, and Nathaniel. Great grandchildren, Ju lian, Alexus, Katieann, Adian, Jada, and Carson. In addition to these immediate family members there are three new Great-great grandchildren on the way and due to be born summer of 2007!! Thank you, Theresa Lane-Holbrook Dear Smoke Signals, We would like to sincerely apologize to both the family and com munity for the error in the obituary of Dorothy LaRose McKnight Lawe. The original content for the obituary that was agreed upon by the family was not what was sent in for publication. Dorothy was survived by her daughters Renee Lane of Salem, and Diane Lane of Grand Ronde; Grandchildren; Tony, Dorothy, Faye, Michael, Reynold, and several great grandchildren and great great grandchildren. Surviving siblings are Beverly of Sherwood, Barbara of Mil waukie, Judy of Phoenix, and Richard of Willamina. Renee Lane and Family
