Family/Spouse: JACK, Lucy. Lucy was born in 1843 in Tuscarora Indian Reservation, Niagara County, NY; and died. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: PRINTUP, Stephen. Stephen was born on 30 Mar 1855 in Tuscarora Indian Reservation, Niagara County, NY; and died. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Niagara Gazette

William married HIBERT, Clara about 1907 in New York. Clara was born about 1882 in Tuscarora Indian Reservation, Niagara County, NY; and died. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: THOMPSON, Gertrude V. Gertrude was born on 8 May 1908 in New York; died in Apr 1983 in Town of Lewiston, Niagara County, NY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: BISSELL, Hattie. Hattie and died. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: PATTERSON, Percy. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: STAATS, Marion. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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CHEW - Suddenly in Town of Lewiston, January 10, 1958, Mearl Chew, age 28. Son of Gertrude Thompson Chew. Brother of Hibert of Niagara Falls, Norman, Edward and Raymond Chew, Mrs. Percy Patterson, Mrs. Betty Broulllard, Beverly and Stella, all of the Town of Lewiston and Carolyn Chew of Seattle. Wash. Friends may call at the Pike Funeral Home, Sanborn, where services will be held Sunday, January 12, at 2:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. at the Tuscarora Baptist Church. The Rev. Cecil Hill officiating. Interment in Mt. Hope Cemetery

Family/Spouse: BANKS. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: BROUILLARD, Francois. Francois (son of Frances) was born about 1927 in Maniwaki, Quebec; died on 23 Aug 1953 in Town of Lewiston, Niagara County, NY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: LIGAMMARI. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Raymond Chew, 84, passed away June 22, 2020 in Haines City, Florida. Raymond was born on the Tuscarora Nation January 4, 1936 to the late Jefferson and Gertrude (Thompson) Chew.
Raymond was predeceased by wife of 50 years, Merilynn (Hatfield) Chew. They moved to Haines City, FL, after his retirement from the NYS DOT in 1994.
Raymond is survived by his sister, Stella Printup; and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by Hibert, Norman, Edward, Merle, Eleanor Chew, Betty Banks, Beverley Luick, and Carolyn Tucker.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, June 27 at the Tuscarora Baptist Church at 11 AM with Pastor Walt Printup III officiating. He will be buried in Forest Hill Cemetery, Haines City, Florida.Published on June 25, 2020

Family/Spouse: HATFIELD, Merilynn. Merilynn and died. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Beverley A. Luick, of the Tuscarora Nation, passed away on Wednesday, November 18, 2009, in Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center. She was born on the Tuscarora Reservation, on September 15, 1937, the daughter of the late Jefferson and Gertrude V. (Thompson) Chew. Mrs. Luick graduated from Niagara Falls High School and serviced with the US Air Force. She was a laboratory technician at the former Ransomville Hospital, Memorial Medical Center for over 25 years and with Rivershore, Inc., for several years, before retiring. Mrs. Luick was a active member of the Tuscarora Baptist Church and a member of the churches Seniors. She enjoyed helping others and traveling. Mrs. Luick is survived by her husband of 39 years Donald R. Luick; two sons, Craig E. Chew and Terrence K. (late Roxanna) Chew; two daughters, Rebecca A. (David) Sly and Jennifer L. Luick; nine grandchildren, Erica, Carla, Walter, Nicholas, Ryan, Marissa, Paige, Denise and Joseph; three great- grandchildren, Daniel, Lance and Kayla; one brother, Raymond (Merilynn) Chew; two sisters, Carolyn Tucker and Stella Printup; four step-children, Richard, Donna, Susan and Carol; also many nieces and nephews. She was the sister of the late Edward, Hilbert, Norman, Merle Chew and Betty Banks. The family will be present at the RHONEY FUNERAL HOME, 5893 Hoover Road, SANBORN, TODAY from 2-4 and 7-9 PM, where a prayer service will be held at 8:00 PM. Funeral Services will be held Saturday at 1:00 PM at the Tuscarora Baptist Church, 2208 Mt. Hope Road, Sanborn, with the Rev. Walter A. Printup, Jr. officiating. Memorials may be made in her name to National Kidney Foundation. Interment with Military Honors will be in Mt. Hope Cemetery on the Tuscarora Nation. Visit www.rhoneyfuneralhome.com for guest register.
Published in the Greater Niagara Newspapers on 11/19/2009

Beverly married LUICK, Donald Richard in 1970. Donald (son of LUICK, Elmer Leonard and HASELEY, Lily Eleanore) was born on 20 Dec 1929 in Niagara Falls, Niagara County, NY; died on 8 Sep 2011 in Sanborn, Niagara County, NY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Unknown. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Obituary of Carolyn Tucker

Carolyn M. (Chew) Tucker 76, of Niagara Falls, NY passed away on Wednesday, December 9, 2015 surrounded by her family at home. Born in Niagara Falls, NY on March 16, 1939 she was the daughter of the late Jefferson and Gertrude (Thompson) Chew. Carolyn was a member of the Bear Clan of the Tuscarora Nation. She served in the United States Navy and loved to go fishing and her family. She also enjoyed attending the Blues Festival, bingo and listening to blue grass music.


She is survived by her children, Edward Chew, Donna Weaver and Gary Chew; grandchildren, Lisa Miljour, Schuyler(Kari) Chew, Taylor Chew, Holly Weaver and Carly Chew; great-grandchildren, Jheriko, Rubina and Maxine; Sister , Stella Printup and brother Raymond(Merilyn) Chew. Besides her parents she was predeceased by her husband Robert Tucker; son, Silvio Chew; Great Grandchild , Donella ;brothers, Edward , Merle , Norman, Osborne , McAllister , Hibert Chew and sisters, Betty Banks, Beverly Luick and Eleanor Patterson.


Friends may call Friday, December 11th from 5-8 PM at ZAJAC FUNERAL HOME INC., 319 24th Street, cor. of Welch Ave, Niagara Falls, NY. Where Funeral Services will begin at 10:00 AM on Saturday, December 12th with Pastor Donald Robertson officiating. Burial following in Mount Hope Cemetery, Tuscarora Nation, Lewiston, NY.

Family/Spouse: TUCKER, Robert. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Unknown. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: PRINTUP. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Dorene A. Rickard, of the Tuscarora Nation, passed away in the warmth and grace of her loving family.  Dorene peacefully passed during the evening of May 3rd, 2023.
She was the Clan Mother of the Tuscarora Beaver Clan.  Born in Buffalo, NY on June 7, 1936, the daughter of the late Hattie (Bissell) Williams and Osborn Chew.  
In her own words, she “married the boy next door, when she was 16 years old.” Dorene and Fillmore “Sonny” F. Rickard enjoyed 65 blessed years of marriage, until the passing of Sonny in 2017.
Dorene is survived by her children, Ann Printup, Martin, Theresa Wilson and Dion (Dawn) Rickard, 18 grandchildren and many great grandchildren plus nieces and nephews. She is also survived by her sister Jean Crogan.
She was predeceased by her daughter Ellene Rickard and her sisters, Margaret Rickard, Marlene Reid and Louise McKie.
One of many lasting legacies of Dorene, is her passion for traditional beadwork. At an early age, she fell in love with learning to “sew with beads” from her grandmother. She attended beading class at Tuscarora Indian School from 1970-1980 where she perfected her craft. In 1996, she was asked to help restore a Tuscarora beaded table cover from the National Museum of the American Indian. She began teaching beading classes in many surrounding communities, including her own throughout 1990 and early 2000’s. In 1998, Native American Community Services (NACS) of Erie and Niagara Counties asked her to instruct production of a velvet cape with woodland floral design and raised beadwork, a common style of beading amongst her Tuscarora Nation. It was on display at Earl Brydges Library and local suites, public buildings, fairs and throughout New York State.  She was also commissioned to provide beadwork pieces to many organizations and institutions. Her love and passion for beading was passed down to her children and even grandchildren.
Dorene was also passionately involved in many community groups and organizations including Tuscarora PTA, 4H, Tuscarora Lacrosse boosters to name a few.  She volunteered her time to teach baking, cooking, along with beading.
Of all her passions, Dorene was lovingly devoted to her family and friends. Her house was the center of all family functions and pop-in gatherings. Her kitchen table was always filled with family and friends then late night the games would come out which caused bent cutlery and broken furniture from her highly competitive children and grandkids.  Sonny and her love and patience, radiated throughout their home, kids and their entire families.
As the Tuscarora Beaver Clan Mother, her door was always open, day and night, to not only her beaver clan members, but the entire Tuscarora Community.  She was a strong supporter of her Tuscarora Nation, volunteering countless years of her life to her people.  She shared her love, support and time with everyone who came to her.  Her house was a safe place to all.  She took in many kids who were in need of a safe and loving home.
Family and friends are welcome to attend her home at 2123 Upper Mountain Road any time on Friday and Saturday.  Longhouse services will be held on Sunday, beginning at her home at 10 AM.
In lieu of flowers, her family is requesting donations to Niagara Hospice, 4675 Sunset Dr, Lockport, NY  14094.
Interment  in Mt. Hope Cemetery.
Arrangements were made through the RHONEY FUNERAL HOME, Sanborn, NY.

Family/Spouse: RICKARD, Fillmore F. Fillmore died in 2017. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: CROGAN. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: RICKARD. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: REID. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: MCKIE. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Clara N. (Patterson) Fish, 86, of the Tuscarora Nation passed away on Friday, June 17, 2022 after a brief illness surrounded by her family under the care of Niagara Hospice.  Clara was born on February 7, 1936. She was the daughter of the late Percy and Eleanor (Chew) Patterson and named after her maternal grandmother.
Clara was a graduate of Trott Vocational High School.  She and her husband, Lawrence W. Fish, met when Clara was 14. They married in 1954 and raised their family in the home they built together, celebrating 65 years of marriage before his passing in 2019.
Clara enjoyed hosting parties for her family for any and all occasions. Her sisters and family enjoyed visiting on the front porch when the weather was nice.
She always enjoyed walking for exercise, shopping and any time spent with family.  She said that raising her family was the happiest time of her life. When her family was young, they spent many summers camping and making lifelong friends.
Clara is survived by her children: Loren (Marian) Fish, Sharon Kepp and Nadine (James) Printup, her grandchildren:  Mandy, Katie, Jesse, Jill, Alissa, Karrie, Brittany, Dakotah and Shawna, her great-grandchildren: William, Edward, Jill & Graham’s baby-to-be August 2022, Michael, Luc, Larissa, Vincent, Anthony, Skylar, Patience, Grace, Jade, Gabriel, Azrael, Lillian McAleer, Jazlyn and Ethan and great-great grandchildren: Denahi, Dahosyn and Deagan.  She was a special mom to Joanie Smith.
Also survived by her brother Percy ‘Pete’ (late Deanna) Patterson and sisters: Patricia Wegerski, Kathleen Wheatley, Sarah Kennedy and Prisciela Williams and sister-in-law Doris Patterson and two Aunts Norma Brascoupe and Ida Seeloff along with many cousins, nieces, nephews and friends.
Clara was predeceased by her parents, her in-laws Fred and Lillian Fish, sister Beatrice (Ollie) Best and brothers, Chief Stuart, Myron and Norman Patterson.
A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, June 24 at 2:00 PM at Tuscarora Nation House, 5226 Walmore Road, Sanborn, NY 14132 with food to follow.  All are welcome to attend. Flowers are gratefully declined. Donations can be made to Niagara Hospice House, Lockport NY.  Arrangements by M.J. Colucci & Son Niagara Funeral Chapel.  Visit mjcoluccifuneralchapel.com for online condolences.

Clara married FISH, Lawrence on 19 Feb 1954. Lawrence (son of FISH, Fred and HENRY, Lillian) was born on 25 Oct 1927 in Buffalo, Erie County, NY; died on 10 Apr 2019 in Tuscarora Indian Reservation, Niagara County, NY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Clara. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: WILLIAMS. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: KENNEDY, Thomas. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Beatrice married BEST, Oliver C about Jun 1949 in Youngstown, Town of Porter, Niagara County, NY. Oliver was born on 15 Feb 1929; died on 10 Apr 1995 in Town of Lewiston, Niagara County, NY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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December 25, 2012
Myron "Monk" Patterson

Niagara Gazette

NORTH TONAWANDA — Myron "Monk" Patterson, of the Tuscarora Nation, passed away on Monday, December 24, 2012, in Northgate Manor, North Tonawanda, NY, under the care of Niagara Hospice.

A member of the Beaver Clan, he was born at home on the Tuscarora Nation, March 30, 1932, the son of the late Percy and Eleanor (Chew) Patterson.

Monk was a laborer for Local #91. He was a roofer and worked for several construction companies before retiring from Patterson Stevens.

He loved to play bingo and cards and enjoyed working outside or just taking walks.

Monk is survived by his caretaker niece and nephew, Judy (Dean) Patterson; two brothers, Chief Stuart (Doris) Patterson and Percy (Deanna) Patterson, Jr., both of the Tuscarora Nation; five sisters, Pat Wegerski, Clara (Lawrence) Fish, Prisciela Williams, all of the Tuscarora Nation; Sarah (Tom) Kennedy of Independence, KY and Kathleen Wheatley of Brea, CA. He was the dear friend of the Gonzales family. He is also survived by many aunts, uncles cousins, nieces and nephews. He was the brother of the late Beatrice (Oliver) Best and Norman (Clara) Patterson.

The family will be present on Friday from 10-11:00 AM at the RHONEY FUNERAL HOME, 5893 Hoover Road, SANBORN, NY, where funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM, with the Rev. Walter A. Printup, Jr. officiating. Flowers are gratefully declined. Memorials may be made to Niagara Hospice, 4675 Sunset Drive, Lockport, NY 14094. Inurnment in Mt. Hope Cemetery, Lewiston, NY.

Visit www.rhoneyfuneralhome.com for guest register.

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August 28, 2013
Chief Stuart E. Patterson

Niagara Gazette

TUSCARORA NATION —
Chief Stuart E. Patterson, of the Tuscarora Nation, passed away on Tuesday, August 27, 2013, at his home under the care of his family and Niagara Hospice. He was a member of the Beaver Clan, born in Lockport, NY, on April 25, 1934, the son of the late Percy and Eleanor (Chew) Patterson, Sr.
Chief Patterson graduated Niagara Falls High School and from Trott Vocational High School. He served with the US ARMY, 969th Engineer Battallion. Chief Patterson was an electrician, with Labor Local # 237, receiving his 60 year pin this year. He enjoyed spending time with his family especially his grandchildren and great grandchildren, watching them play lacrosse and watching cartoons with a bowl of ceral with them, traveling, all types of music, playing the guitar and cards, doing word puzzles, playing tetris and watching NASCAR and Indy Racing. Chief Patterson will be remembered for his ability to talk to anyone, anywhere and with in a couple of minutes find a friend in common.
He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Doris C. (Sharrow) Patterson; one son, Patrick Patterson; six daughters, Mary (Elton Carr) Patterson, Pamela (Douglas Coleman) Tierney, Marie A. Patterson, Elena (Paul) Foxe, Kristy Patterson and Pamela (Jake King) Meness; one brother, Percy (Deanna) Patterson, Jr.; five sisters, Pat Wegerski, Clara (Lawrence) Fish, Prisciela Williams, Sarah (Tom) Kennedy, Kathleen Wheatley. He is also survived by fifteen grandchildren, eleven great-grandchildren; many nieces, nephews and his extended family. Chief Patterson was the grandfather of the late Brian S. Patterson; brother of the late Myron "Monk" and Norman Patterson and Beatrice Best.
The family will be present at the family home, 1983 Upper Mountain Road, after 1:00 PM on Thursday through Saturday, where Funeral Services will be held Saturday at 10:00 AM. Memorials may be made in his name to the Lockport YMCA SAC Program or to the Shriners Hospital in Cincinnati, OH. Interment with Military Honors in Mt. Hope Cemetery, on the Tuscarora Nation. Arrangements were made through the RHONEY FUNERAL HOME, Sanborn, NY.
Visit www.rhoney funeralhome.com for guest register.

Family/Spouse: SHARROW, Doris C. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: WHEATLEY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Patricia E. "Pat" Wegerski
June 29, 2022

The eldest of ten, Patricia E. “Pat” (nee Patterson) (late Melvin) Wegerski, came into this world on July 11,1928 to the parents of Eleanor (Chew) and Percy Patterson, Sr. on the Tuscarora Nation to the Tuscarora Beaver Clan.  She lived the fullest of lives with the most positive outlook in all aspects of her nearly 94 years on this Earth.  Surrounded by loving family and friends during her transition to the next step of her journey, Pat passed on June 29, 2022.  
To know Pat, you would know that she was funny, kind, loving and the most social of butterflies.  Always adventurous, Pat was ready to go with friends and family on road trips, lunches, bingo, casino or just a visit on a porch.  It was no surprise to see her come home in one car only to jump into another, heading to her next adventure.  Humor and laughter were paramount in her daily life, and her illimitable generosity and thoughtfulness was felt by all.  She was known for her ever-ready smile to family and friends which led to many future friends.  Some of Pat’s other interests included sewing, beading and cooking while tending to her family.  
Pat is survived by her daughters Patti (Elden) Fischer and Sandi (Dennis) Swanson-Isaacs, twenty grandchildren, and many great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.  Also, siblings, Sarah (Tom) Kennedy, Kathleen Wheatley, Prisciela Williams, and Pete (late Deanna) Patterson and Great-Aunties Norma (Simon) Brascoupe and Ida Sealoff and many beloved nieces and nephews.  She was predeceased by her sons, Vaughn Skye, Jeffery Skye, Milton “Cow” Jacobs, Gregory Jacobs, Leonard “Eska” Jacobs, and Robert “Bob” Jacobs; siblings, Beatrice (late Ollie) Best, Myron “Monk” Patterson, Chief Stuart (Doris) Patterson, Clara (late Lawrence) Fish and Norman (late Clara) Patterson and two grandchildren.
Family and friends may visit at M.J. Colucci & Son Niagara Funeral Chapel, 2730 Military Road Niagara Falls, NY on Friday, July 1, 2022 between the hours of 5:00 - 8:30 PM.  A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday at the Tuscarora Baptist Church, 2088 Mt Hope Rd, Sanborn, NY with the Rev. Walter Printup, III officiating, followed by Burial at Mount Hope Cemetery. Memorial offerings may be made to Niagara Hospice. Visit mjcoluccifuneralchapel.com for online condolences.

Family/Spouse: WEGERSKI, Melvin. Melvin and died. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: SKYE. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: JACOBS, Milton. Milton and died. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Percy married PETERS, Deanna J on 21 Sep 1967. Deanna (daughter of PETERS, Dean and GIBBONS, Isobel) was born about 1949 in Kirkland, King County, WA; died on 22 Nov 2021 in Niagara Falls, Niagara County, NY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Victoria. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Life story

 
Darlene A. (Chew) Limber, 70, of Tonawanda, NY, passed away on January 5, 2022.  Born on December 16, 1951 in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the daughter of the late Chief Hibert and Marion (Staats) Chew.

 
Darlene graduated from Niagara Falls High School and earned her Associates Degree from Niagara County Community College.  She proudly served in the United States Air Force from 1971, until her honorable discharge in 1972.  Darlene was employed as a Neurodiagnostic Technologist for John R. Oishei Children's Hospital.  She was a former parishioner of First Baptist Church in Niagara Falls and currently First Assembly of God (The Bridge).  Her main focus was her family and friends; loved spending time with them and making them laugh.  Darlene enjoyed the company of her beloved pets, Gigi, Shadow, Felix and the late Tobey.

 
Darlene is survived by her son, Andrew (Lisa Nichols) Limber, IV; grandchildren, Nevaeh, Brendan and Matthew; siblings, Wayne Eric (Victoria) Chew, Timothy Chew and Angela (Ken) Wagner and several nieces, nephews and cousins.  Besides her parents, she was predeceased by a sister, Marilyn Terrana. 

 
Darlene’s funeral service and life celebration will be held on Wednesday, January 12th at 10:00 a.m. at the OTTO REDANZ FUNERAL HOME, 2215 Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY (716-297-9007).  Friends invited.  In lieu of flowers, memorial offerings may be made to a charity of one’s choice.  Professional arrangements are under the care of the Goodlander family.  Share condolences at GOODLANDERCARES.com

Family/Spouse: LIMBER, Andrew III. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Marilyn L. Terrana, 50, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on Thursday, March 1, 2018.  Born on August 2, 1967 in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the daughter of the late Chief Hibert Chew and the late Marion (Staats) Chew.
 
Marilyn enjoyed learning about her Iroquois heritage. She enjoyed researching the culture and traditions of her Mohawk/ Tuscarora lineage, and was an avid supporter of her brothers and sisters who continue to fight against the North Dakota pipeline. In her younger years, she enjoyed dancing and gardening.
 
Marilyn is survived by children, Liana Evert, Nicole Terrana and Bobby Terrana; grandchildren, Michael, Anthony and Zachary Durham; siblings, Darlene Limber, Wayne (Victoria) Chew, Timothy Chew and Angela (Kenneth) Wagner; several nieces and nephews, her fur-baby, Ace and her former spouse, Robert Terrana.
 
All services will be held privately with her family.  Memorials may be made to Niagara Hospice.  Arrangements are under the direction of Michael R. Goodlander, OTTO REDANZ FUNERAL HOME. Visit www.goodlandercares.com for online condolences. 

Family/Spouse: TERRANA, Robert. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: WAGNER, Kenneth. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Randall married SWEENEY, Jane Frances [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: NEWMAN, Gary C. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: SLY, David E. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Roxanna R. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: WEAVER. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: PRINTUP. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: WILSON. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Dawn. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Loren married SCUDAMORE, Robin Sue [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Marian. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: KEPP, Jack. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: PRINTUP, Jimmy. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Francene Dawn Patterson of the Tuscarora Nation, passed away on Thursday, September 17, 2020, in Niagara Falls Memorial Center.  She was born in Niagara Falls, NY on October 27, 1952, the daughter of the late Oliver and Beatrice [Patterson] Best.
She was the White Bear Clan Mother for many years where she learned the Tuscarora Language from her elders.
She attended Arizona State to study linguistics. Francene was granted permission from the Tuscarora Chiefs’ Council to record the Tuscarora Language into a uniform, written form.  She worked with Dr. Blair Rudes to develop the Tuscarora dictionary.  The comprehensive dictionary was the first of Iroquoian languages to be published and other languages followed.  Francene presented the dictionary at an Endangered World Language Conference in Dublin, Ireland. 
She also translated the first Tuscarora version of the Thanksgiving Address for the students at the Tuscarora Indain School under the guidance of the Howard Hill.
After years of research and studying, she received her bachelor’s degree from Empire State College in Linguistics with a concentration in Tuscarora Language. 
Francene was a member of the Tuscarora Baptist Church where she taught Sunday School for a number of years as well as helping with the AWANA programs.
Her hobbies included traveling, sewing, canning, and picking berries.  Francene was also instrumental in reviving the Iroquois Indian Band and held an office since the 1980s.  Additionally, she was involved in helping with the Tuscarora National Picnic, Temperance Society and the New Year’s Feast. 
Francene is survived by her husband of 46 years Neil V. Patterson, his children Jodi, Belinda and Neil (Sarah) Patterson, Jr., five grandchildren Aidan, Alexander, Annabella, Leah and Okwaho, a sister Marianne (David) Winquist, also many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.
Her family will be present on Saturday from 2-4 & 7-9 PM at the RHONEY FUNERAL HOME, 5893 Hoover Road, Sanborn, NY. 
Funeral services will be held on Sunday at 2:00 PM at the Tuscarora Baptist Church with the Rev. Walter Printup, Jr. officiating.
Interment in Mt. Hope Cemetery on the Tuscarora Nation.
Due to current regulations, facial coverings and social distancing are required.

Family/Spouse: PATTERSON, Neil V. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: WINQUIST, David. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: CARR, Elton. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: TIERNEY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: COLEMAN, Douglas Paul. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: FOXE, Paul. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: MENESS. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: KING, Jake. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: FISCHER, Elden. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: SWANSON-ISAACS, Dennis. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: CAPONE, Christine. Christine (daughter of CAPONE, Dominic and Cynthia) and died. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: FISCHER, Galen. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: LECHER, Robert. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Lisa. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: NICHOLS, Lisa. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: EVERT. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: KAVANAGH, James. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: BARNES. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Sarah. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Brandon Lee Jacobs - Red Lakes Ojibway - (March 25, 1976) of Niagara Falls, NY left us on October 12, 2022. He loved life, his family, and the arts. He loved drawing and doing tattoos. Brandon also liked to cook and share his love for friends and family through food. In his early years Brandon was employed as a tattoo artist. He was very artistic. When not tattooing he made all of the family banner signs for family events and art. Brandon adored his nephew, Lenny, and he took over the responsibility for him. Brandon has remained a major influence throughout Lenny's life after the passing of his father. He lived the fullest of lives with the most positive outlook in all aspects of his 46 years on this Earth. Brandon passed away so suddenly without any of us expecting it. We would never imagine that we would lose him so young and so soon.
Brandon is survived by Leonard "Lenny" Jacobs (nephew), Tiffany Ann-Marie Pawlukovich (daughter), Samantha Waterstram (sister), Joe Stahlman (brother), Michael Printup (brother), Aunt Joy Printup and family, Aunts Patti Fischer and Sandi Swanson-Isaacs and the entire Jacobs family, Amylyn Satkovich (sister-in-law), and dozens of aunts, uncles, and cousins. He was predeceased by his brother, Leonard Jacobs, and both parents Christine Capone and Leonard "Eska" Jacobs, Grandparents Patricia Wegerski-Patterson and Milton Jacobs and Dominic and Cynthia Capone.
Family and friends will hold a graveside burial service at Mount Hope Cemetery.

Family/Spouse: Unknown. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: WATERSTRAM. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: PAWLUKOVICH. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]