Your Oneida Nation Connection (2024)

Your Oneida Nation Connection

JULY 2024

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See pg. 3 to learn how you can help stop

plastic from polluting our water ways.

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Councilman Kirby Metoxen

promotes economic development

and tourism. See pg. 2.

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Oneida Youth strengthen their fires

to become tomorrow’s leaders.

See page pgs. 14 & 15.

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Submitted by Kirby Metoxen

Oneida Nation Council Member

I'm currently serving my third term

as an elected official on the Oneida

Nation Business Committee and I've

represented the Oneida Nation in various

capacities, with a focus on tourism and

the sustainability of Oneida. Prior to

assuming my role as a Council Member,

I was employed by the Oneida Tourism

Department as a Special Events Tourism

Coordinator for a period of 26 years.

My passion and experience has

given me the knowledge to increase

the Nation’s visibility throughout the

state and region through tourism and

economic development initiatives. Native

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American Tourism of Wisconsin (NATOW)

is a pivotal tourism partnership that

enhances Tribal tourism and economic

development, while highlighting the

beauty, diversity, and cultural dynamism

of the 11 federally recognized Tribes of

Wisconsin.

Tourism stands as the preeminent

industry in Tribal economies, playing a

pivotal role in the generation of employment

opportunities and revenues essential for

governmental services benefiting Tribes and

their members. These services encompass

healthcare, housing, education, elder care,

pre-kindergarten, and more. By broadening

their tourism endeavors across the state,

region, and nation, the Tribes of Wisconsin

are fortifying their endeavors towards selfsufficiency and economic enhancement.

NATOW comprises representatives from

each tribe convening bi-monthly to

deliberate and execute strategic initiatives.

I advocate for Tribal art, traditions, and

culture, recognizing their profound

significance within Native communities in

the state, thereby positioning Wisconsin

as a distinctive destination for exploring

the historical narrative of Native American

peoples in the Great Lakes Region.

On June 13-15, 2024, I also participated

in the 2024 NATOW Annual Conference

held at the Legendary Waters Resort &

Casino in Red Cliff, Wisconsin. The theme

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for this year's conference was "20 years of

NATOW and We Are Still Here," emphasizing

their dedication to sustainable tourism

encompassing cultural, agricultural, and

business sectors. The annual NATOW

conference serves as a platform for Nations

to showcase their unique tourism offerings

and shed light on the distinctive features

of their regions. For more information on

NATOW or upcoming events, please visit

natow.org.

As Council Member, I will diligently

uphold my commitment to the Nation by

actively participating in the Legislative

Operating Committee (LOC) and fulfilling

liaison responsibilities with the Southeast

Wisconsin Oneida Tribal Services

Advisory Board (SEOTS), Oneida Airport

Hotel Corporation (OAHC), and the Audit

Committee.

Photo Courtesy of Kirby Metoxen

Councilman Kirby Metoxen at the State of

the Tribes Address in Madison, WI.

The 56th Annual Oneida Royalty

Pageant was held Tuesday, June

18, 2024 at the Oneida Hotel to bid

farewell to the outgoing Royalty and

introduce the new 2024 Miss Oneida,

Yelihwakanyehs Powless, Jr. Miss

Oneida, Joie (Kuwanata•yani) Gutierrez,

and Lil Miss Oneida, Lucia Stevens.

Good job to all the contestants!

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ENVIRONMENTAL

By Garth Webster

Creative Services/Kalihwisaks

ABC News published a YouTube

video in May 2023 reporting on their

experiment of placing trackers inside

plastic bags that were inserted into

recycle bins. The intent was to discover

if the bags actually got to a recycle

center. The results were discouraging

with just four of the 46 trackers finding

their way to a recycle center.

Although plastic bags are

manufactured to be recycled or reused,

99% of the roughly 100 billion plastic

bags used in the United States (US)

each year are recycled. This leads to

bags frequently finding their way into

landfills, then to water ways, and then

to places such as the Great Pacific

Garbage Patch, the largest of five

garbage patches fueled with refuse

by prevailing ocean currents, unable

to escape due to the vortex.

Even when bags break down in the

environment, they don’t biodegrade.

Rather, they break into smaller pieces

known as micro-plastics, which are

consumed by sea life and then, by

humans, causing a laundry list of health

conditions. The process of creating

plastic bags compounds their pollution

factor.

Plastic bags are manufactured

using fossil fuels, such as oil, adding

to the climate change conditions

described in the April 2024 edition.

For instance, Polypropylene bags

are made from Polypropylene pellets

derived from refined oil in a process

known as Cracking, where ethane

and propane are super heated and

then combined to form a polymer, or

polymerized, resulting in “fluff.” The

Fluff is then extruded into solid tubes

and cut into tiny pellets. The pellets

are then shipped to manufacturers to

further process the material

into virgin plastic to make

bags. Many t ypes of

bags follow this process,

including polystyrene and

polyethylene, the type of

bag found at many retailers

and grocery stores.

All the science aside,

it’s up to us as consumers

to make decisions as

Keepers of the Earth. Small

steps make a difference,

esp eciall y w hen you

consider this small step

multiplied billions of times

by the Earth’s population.

One of these small steps

are choosing and using

recycled or reusing plastic bags.

Non-woven or woven polypropylene

bags are a wise choice. Cotton bags

are another. However, the most

environmentally friendly alternative

to plastic bags are Jute bags.

Jute bags are made from the natural

fiber that comes from the stem and

skin of the Jute plant, also known as

the "golden fiber". Jute is a renewable

resource that grows in tropical and

humid climates, like Bangladesh and

India. Bags made from Jute are a much

better choice than plastic bags because

they are completely biodegradable.

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Opt for Jute bags when shopping, and

don’t forget to bring them along. Many

buyers often leave their bags at home

or in the car trunk. Lastly, remember

to wash them regularly, as they can

absorb contaminants.

Scan here for 10 facts about

single-use plastic bags

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ELDER INTERVIEW

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By Isaiah Powless

During his early life he

remembers his grandfather

Ira, owning a machine shop

where he would make several

things for Ira and others in the

community. Ira is the youngest

of three, older sisters being

June Begay and Donna Lake.

He had a brother named Gene

who passed away when he

was young. He remembers his

parents raising him as a mixture

of Methodist, 7th Day Adventist

and traditional Oneida beliefs,

before they joined The Church

of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day

Saints. Ira also talks about his

mother raising a number of

foster children throughout his

upbringing. Ira remembers his

Christmas’s usually starting

with his family attending

church on Christmas, and then

opening presents when they

came home.

He would also go Hoyaning

with his neighbors on New

Year’s but would be shooed

away by people. Growing up

Ira attended school in Chicago

Corners for the first eight years

of his education. After Chicago

Corners he attended Seymour

High School, and graduated

in 1957. Later, he attended

Haskell Indian School for nine

months before coming home

and starting a family. He would

marry Amelia Cornelius and

they would have six children

together, Linn Cornelius, Kim

Nishimoto, Laura Larkin, Kevin

Cornelius, Kerry Cornelius, and

Lee Cornelius.

We’d go to church in the day,

and by the time we came

home Santa Clause had been

there. So we’d open our

presents and the go to bed

and get to sleep longer

Ira P. Cornelius

More about Ira Cornelius

♦

Born on Ranch Road in

Outagamie County, September

1st, 1940

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Mother was Lydia Summers,

Father was Raymond

Cornelius

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Grandparents were Nancy

Doxtator and Ira Cornelius,

Elizabeth Wheelock and

Taylor Summers

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His Grandmother (Elizabeth

Wheelock?) spoke Oneida

and English but only Oneida

after she suffered a stroke

Scan the QR

code for the

full interview

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REPRESENTATION

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POWLESS Plays

Apache Warrior

in Horizon Movie

By Garth Webster

Creative Services/Kalihwisaks

It was a quiet Thursday morning in

October 2022 when Tyson Powless, his

mother Wisdoma, and sister Burdeena

attended a Navajo Nation Prayer

service in Tuba City, AZ and decided to

get some breakfast at a local Denny’s.

After his meal, Tyson had to leave as

Wisdoma and Burdeena stayed a while

longer to chat, which proved to be very

fortunate for Tyson.

A s W i sdoma and B urde ena

conversed, they were approached by

a Navajo cast recruiter who was looking

for extras for the movie “Horizon: An

American Saga.” This epic Western

film stars Kevin Costner, who also

directed and produced the film, which

debuted June 28, 2024. The recruiter

was seeking individuals to play Apache

Warriors in one of the movie’s upcoming

shoots.

Wisdoma provided Tyson the

Recruiter’s contact information. Tyson,

whose dream is to someday create and

direct movies, got in touch with the

recruiter. He left a message and after a

few weeks passed, was skeptical if they

would return his call. Needless to

say, they did and invited Tyson

to the filming location

in Moab, UT.

Fast forward to February 2023.

After dressing in a private trailer,

Tyson described his gratitude to

the recruiter for, “Giving a Native

an opportunity to get in front of the

camera.” Tyson continued on, chuckling,

“They even had my name on the trailer.”

Once in costume, Tyson came onto the

set, which was on the edge of a cliff

with a few other Apache Warrior Scouts

looking off into the distance watching

their enemies approach. Tyson said

he was the featured extra saying the

camera was right on him. Unfortunately,

we’ll have to wait a bit to see Tyson on

the big screen. His role will be used in

Part 2 of “Horizon: An American Saga”

to be released August 16, 2024.

As alluded to, Tyson is as an aspiring

film maker and director and so when

asked about playing a Native American

in the film he says, “It’s kinda weird not

being Apache but playing an Apache.”

He continued on by explaining he will

continue to work towards his bigger

goal of working behind the movie

camera. Along with the gratitude for the

“Horizon” team, he also emotionally

expressed his appreciation for the

support from his family, most notably

for his late father and the educational

opportunities he created for him (Tyson)

and many other Oneida citizens.

Tyson who formerly worked at the

Arizona State University Jewelry

Studio, is also a very accomplished

silversmith and artist. His jewelry has

been featured in a multitude of shows

near his home in Phoenix, AZ as well

as his artwork that fuses Indigenous

southwest styles with contemporary

imagery. All of Tyson’s creative ability,

along with his ambition, will surely lead

to more success. Tyson hopes one of

these future successes will include a

role in “Dark Winds”, a series based on

the works of novelist Tony Hillerman,

that Tyson will be auditioning for later

this summer.

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Here at Duck Creek

JULY 2024

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New Location!

Oneida Farmers Market

The opening day was pretty eventful

because the wind blew our 30 tents

down twice, but because of all our

hardworking volunteers we were able

to have a successful farmers market!

Bruce Garvey, OFM Volunteer

Photo Courtesy Mia Charnon

By Mia Charnon

Creative Services/Kalihwisaks

On June 13, 2024, the Oneida Farmers

Market (OFM) celebrated opening day at its

new location. Previously situated on Water

Circle Place, OFM relocated to N7284 CTH-J,

directly across from the Oneida One Stop-HWY

54. Despite the windy weather, OFM volunteers

were delighted to witness increased market

traffic compared to their previous location. OFM

extends gratitude to the Oneida Department

of Public Works (DPW) for creating this fresh

market space, complete with a new parking

lot and walking paths for shoppers. Mark your

calendars for the Annual OFM Bash on July 18,

featuring food, music, fresh produce, and a car

show sponsored by REZurrected Ridez.

Photo Courtesy Mia Charnon

Symbolic Staining

Oneida Veterans Memorial

By Michelle Danforth-Anderson

Oneida Tourism Director

Photos Courtesy Michelle Danforth-Anderson

ChemArt was commissioned by

Oneida Tourism to produce a stained

variation that harmonizes with the

walls of the Oneida Veterans Memorial.

This endeavor not only protects the

area but also emphasizes the distinct

spaces between each wall, symbolizing

the passage of time between wars.

Next Steps: The Eagle statue base will be

stained and the design concepts for the

pavers will be discussed in July 2024.

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LOCAL

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Oneida Hosts Fentanyl

Press Conference

Fentanyl is everywhere, help us end

emergency. Awareness is the first step.

May 30, 2024. Press Release

On Thursday, May 30, 2024 Oneida

Recovery Coach Patrick Danforth,

Assistant Police Chief Joel Maxam, Oneida

Behavioral Health Director Mari Kriescher,

and Oneida Nation Chairman Tehassi Hill

spoke regarding presence of fentanyl in the

Oneida area and the lifesaving resources

available to community members to help

protect their family and friends.

Photo Courtesy Mia Charnon

Scan to view

Fentanyl Is

Everywhere

press release

Oneida Public Transit

Garage Groundbreaking

We would like to recognize Oneida

Public Transit team. Sam Vanden Heuvel

and Oneida Nation Engineering Team.

Carol Stiff, Oneida Public Transit Manager

On Tuesday, June 4, 2024, a

groundbreaking ceremony marked the

beginning of construction for the new

Oneida Public Transit (OPT) Garage. OPT

plans to build a new facility to address their

functional and operational requirements,

as the existing facility was originally

intended as a temporary location. The

new facility will be located near the

Oneida Food Distribution Center on Water

Circle Place and will include office space,

vehicle storage, and wash bay. OPT is

committed to providing safe, reliable,

and affordable public transportation

that supports life-long opportunities to

strengthen education, well-being, and

ts?niyukwalihot^ throughout the Oneida

Community.

Photo Courtesy Garth Webster

Architectural Rendering of the

new Oneida Public Transit Garage

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JULY 2024

EVENTS

We want to take your photo.

Headshots will be used for

the IMPACT WALL and life size

ONEIDA TRIBAL WAMPUM BELT

that will be exhibited at

the NEW location.

Together, let’s show the

world how awesome our

community really is!

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Where:

New Museum location

760 Airport Dr.

Oneida, WI 54155

When:

Tue., June 25, 5-7pm

Wed., July 3, 7-9am

Wed., July 31, 5-7pm

Museum

Interested?

Email gwebster@oneidanation.org

or scoon@oneidanation.org

or call 920.869.2768.

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Zion Lutheran Church

Celebrates 100 Years

Scan here for a more

detailed history of

Zion Lutheran Church

Photo Courtesy Garth Webster

By Garth Webster

Creative Services/Kalihwisaks

The Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church located at 453

Rose Hill Drive in Oneida is celebrating its 100th year of

existence this year.

The congregation actually dates to the fall of 1923 under

the leadership of Ev. Lutheran Synod of Missouri, Ohio, and

other states who sent the ministerial candidate Cornelius

Aaron to Oneida. Shortly after in January 1924, six members

conducted services in a future boarding house.

On Sunday, June 23, 2024, a church service was conducted

to honor 100 years of service by church members, past

Pastors, and special guest speaker Rev. Dr. Dwayne Lueck.

Members of the Oneida Business Committee were also

invited to the event.

CORRECTION: The June 2024 edition incorrectly spelled one of the early organizers

of the Oneida Pow Wow in the article on page 2 as Ben Vieux. The correct spelling is Ben Vieau.

We apologize for the error. If you spot errors in current or past issues, please contact us by messaging

Kalihwisaks on Facebook, emailing kalihwisaks@oneidanation.org, or call 920.496.5632. Yaw^ko.

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PUBLIC HEALTH

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Submitted by Sacheen Lawrence,

Native American Outreach Specialistand CAB Member

The Oneida Alzheimer’s Community Advisory Board

(CAB) plays a vital role in approving and overseeing

ongoing community research, which includes the

Indigenous Cultural Understandings of Alzheimer’s and

Related Dementias-Research and Engagement (ICARE).

ICARE explores the lived everyday experiences of people

living with or caring for people with Alzheimer’s Disease and

Related Dementias (ADRD) across four diverse Indigenous

communities in Canada and the United States. The project

uses a community-based participatory research approach

and a Two-Eyed Seeing framework (incorporating strengths

of both Indigenous and Western ways of knowing) to

build trusting relationships, investigate the impact of

ADRD across the disease trajectory, and improve the

lives of Indigenous people, families, and communities.

Along with CAB oversight, ICARE is approved by Tribal

governance in each participating community and funded

by the National Institutes of Health. This research is a

collaborative effort between the University

of Minnesota-Duluth Memory

Keeper Medical Discovery

Team, the University of

Wisconsin-Madison, and four Indigenous communities/

regions: 7 Anishinaabe First nations on Manitoulin Island,

Ontario Canada; Red Lake Tribal Nation, Minnesota; Grand

Portage Tribal Nation, Minnesota; and the Oneida Nation,

Wisconsin.

Interviews with participants are conducted by Community

Researchers at each site. So far, they have conducted

interviews with Traditional Knowledge Carriers, health

care providers, healthy older adults, and caregivers of

loved ones living with late-stage dementia. Currently, the

ICARE project is recruiting participants in groups of two –

specifically, people living with mild or moderate dementia

and a loved one who primarily cares for them.

If interested in participating, or simply learning

more, we encourage you to contact the Oneida ICARE

Community Researchers:

Marlene Summers & Lois Metoxen Strong

MSummers4@wisc.edu & LStrong3@wisc.edu

920-371-9685 & 920-819-9606

Scan here for the Oneida

Nation Alzheimer's

Community Advisory

Board Brochure

SPORTS

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Class of 2024 – Oneida Nation High School

Class of 2024 – Seymour Community High School

Cornell College

Onondaga Community College

Playing Lacrosse and

studying Business

Playing Lacrosse and

studying Business

National Night Out Picnic

with Oneida Comprehensive

Housing Division

Oneida Police Department

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Tuesday, Aug 6

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Mission Park

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Oneida, WI

Vendor Interest and Donations Interest, Contact:

Lisa John: 920.609.4306, Isabel Parker: 920.412.0396

OPD Investigator Alexis Woelfel: 920.869.2239 ext. 6657

A community-building

campaign that promotes

police-community partnerships

and neighborhood camaraderie

to make our neighborhoods safer,

more caring places to live.

» Food » Door Prizes » Raffles » Dunk Tank » Cornhole »

Activities » Music by Rock'n Daddys » Rez Rides » Vendors

» Narcan Kits & Training » Drone Presentation

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ARTS

KALIHWISAKS

Oneida Dollars

for Arts Program

By Oneida Nation Arts Program

Photo Courtesy Eliza Skenandore

Eliza Skenandore created her own regalia and shared her process on

Twitch for her FY24 DAP project

Photos Courtesy Martin Prevost

Final dress rehearsal of Martin Prevost’s FY24 DAP project “Captain Wallaby’s

Neighborhood” at the Robert Lee Brault Playhouse

With continuing grant funds from the

Wisconsin Arts Board (WAB), the Oneida

Nation Arts Program has been able to offer

their Dollars for Art Program (DAP) for 25

years. DAP grants are awarded for artistic

endeavors and projects in both traditional and

contemporary styles of visual arts, literature,

music, theatre, and dance. The project period

runs from Oct. 1 – Sept. 30, 2024 every year.

This year, applications are due by Friday, July

26 by 5pm.

DAP grants can be used to fund an array

of art-related projects that are open to the

public. Projects must benefit an Oneida

community in Wisconsin. Martin Prevost, a

fiscal year 2024 DAP grantee, was awarded

an Artist Development grant that he used to

produce an original play, “Captain Wallaby’s

Neighborhood.” Another fiscal year 2024 DAP

grantee, Eliza Skenandore, used her award

to create her own regalia and shared pieces

of her process on Twitch, a live-streaming

platform.

Oneida Nation Arts Board approved several

changes with the intent of improving DAP

for fiscal year 2025. Grantees are no longer

required to cash match their awards. There are

now four award types instead of three; the

Arts Starts Award type has been added. The

Arts Starts Award is for beginner artists who

wish to explore an art medium they are not

familiar with by using funds to take a class or

lessons. The Fellowship Award was replaced

with the Professional Artist Award.

Questions about DAP grants,

Sadie Wilson, Arts Coordinator

SWilson1@oneidanation.org

More Information

on DAP Program

& how to apply

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School Nurse

Administrator of the Year

By Garth Webster

Creative Services/Kalihwisaks

It was a special day for the Oneida Comprehensive

Health Division’s School Nurse, Charlene (Char) Kizior

on Friday, May 31, 2024 as she was recognized by the

Wisconsin Association of School Nurses (WASN) as School

Nurse Administrator of the Year in a ceremonial luncheon

at the Oneida Health Center.

WASN representative Kelly Barlow-Eichman delivered an

emotional tribute for Kizior as her supervisor, Public Health

Manager Debra Santiago and the rest of the nursing team

proudly witnessed Char receive her award.

Over Kizior’s 20 year tenure with Oneida, she’s

exemplified leadership as a member of numerous groups

watching over the wellbeing of our youth, including:

Photos Courtesy Garth Webster

Kelly Barlow-Eichman, left, of the Wisconsin School Nurses Association presents

the School Nurse Administrator of the Year award to Char. Right, Debra Santiago,

Oneida Public Health Manager.

♦ Headstart Advisory Committee

♦ Advisory of the National Association of

School Nurses

♦ Private/Independent and Parochial

School Nurses

♦ National Association of Health

Committee, among others.

Kizior announced she is retiring, making this recognition

doubly special.

I’ve had so many great experiences

and opportunities. Thank you from the

bottom of my heart.

Char Kizior

Bay Area Career Expo

Presented by Oneida Nation

Photo Courtesy Mia Charnon

On Tuesday, June 11, 2024 from 11am-2pm,

the Oneida Nation presented the Bay Area

Career Expo in the Three Clans Ballroom of

the Oneida Hotel. 183 employment seekers

had the opportunity to engage with 70

potential employers and received goodie

bags to support them on their career journey.

Oneida Economic Support provided a gift to

the first four attendees to receive an interview

and the first two attendees to be hired.

Great event - probably one of the

best ones I’ve been to with great

diversity and experiences from

folks. Well done in promoting and

advertising! Can’t wait for next years.

Photo Courtesy Richard Summers III

Employer from Career Expo Survey

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RITES OF PASSAGE

KALIHWISAKS

Oneida Rites of Passage Ceremony / "We are changing our lives"

The Tetwatunhatényehse journey is a sevenyear commitment for the child and their family. It is

comprised of four years of ritual practice within the

greater Tetwatunhatényehse community, followed

by three years of solo time to develop their interests

and gain skills.

The primary focus is to build strong, intelligent,

hardworking men and women with spiritual strength

to lead the future of our communities and Nation.

When are they ready?

For our young men, it is when their voice changes

For our young women, it is when they start their time

of the month also known as getting their moon

The year the child is in will determine the color of their

traditional regalia, their focus, and the length of time in

which they will fast

Sacred Bond

Once it’s recognized that a child is ready to

begin Tetwatunhatenyéhse by their parent or

caregiver, the adults explore the child’s network

of relationships to select two Aunties and two

Uncles. The chosen family members collaborate

to ensure consistent care and support for the

niece/nephew throughout their journey.

Immediately an offering in the form of a

tobacco tie is given to each Auntie and Uncle

that bonds the sacred trust between them and

their niece/nephew.

Preparing

Traditional Lessons and Sweat Lodge Ceremonies

from January through June help participants

prepare for the Rites of Passage Ceremony

New ceremonial clothing, food, and gifts are

expected to be provided for the child

Sewing lessons & guidance on how to make

ceremonial clothes

Traditional cooking classes

Gifts to raise funds for ceremonial baskets

and/or other needed materials

The Rites of Passage Team wishes to thank Ukwakhwa (Our Fo

Steve and Becky Webster for hosting this year's activities

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Aunties - Aknulha

“She’s watching over me,” “She lends me her

milk,” or “She tends to me”

Guidance on Self-Awareness

The Aunties Council helps nieces and nephews

recognize the emotional, mental, physical, and

spiritual changes occurring within them.

Cultural Empowerment

Guide and shape our nieces and nephews to embody

empowered social roles as women or men, rooted in On

yote·aka culture, beliefs, and practices.

Roles During Fasting Week

Responsible for packing and ensuring nieces and

nephews have only what they need for their time inside

their lodges.

oods) and

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Uncles - Laknulha’ “He watches over me”

Acknowledging Unique Talents

Guidance and Mentorship

Helps the youth explore options and consider consequences

to make informed choices.

Identity and Purpose

The Uncles Council assists the youth in finding their identity

and place in the world.

Roles During Fasting Week

Ensuring Safety

Guidance and Preparation

Equipping with Survival Skills

Sacred Fire Keeping

Fasting Week

Guidance on Solitude

Embrace solitude, learn to be comfortable alone

with themselves.

Meditation to Honor Gifts and Rejuvenate

Solitude is not a punishment; it’s a deliberate

choice to honor their unique gifts and rejuvenate

themselves.

Balancing the Test

Guided to trust nature to find balance between

demand and comfort while alone in the wilderness.

Final Feast

For all youth participating, their families, and our

overall community at the end of fasting week to

celebrate the youth and their accomplishments

For more information

Tetwatunhatenyehse · Tetwatunhatenyehse@gmail.com

or call 920.372.8699

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ON THEIR JOURNEY

MARIANNE BOYES

January 12, 1952 - May 4, 2024

Marianne Boyes,

72, peacefully

passed away in

the early morning

hours of May 4th,

2024. She was

home with son,

Phil close by.

Marianne was

born January 12th, 1952 in Chicago, Illinois. She was the child of J.T. and

Maurene (Taylor) Boyes. Her parents

gave her a wonderful childhood, along

with younger brother, John David Boyes,

in Quincy, Illinois. Her parents blessed

her with many opportunities including

piano, clarinet, quilting lessons and

taught her the love of family. She enjoyed

the great company of numerous aunts,

uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews at

many family events.

Marianne graduated from Quincy High

School. She pursued higher education

in Colorado. She valued those life experiences as a young adult in Colorado and

grew into a strong independent woman.

Returning to Illinois she settled in the Chicago area working 25+ years as a Medical

Billing Specialist with Jensik, Faber, Kittle,

Warren, LLC. There she raised her son,

Jon Phillip Boyes, at their home in Willowbrook/Hindsdale. She was a secondary

mom to Phils’ friends and her house was

deemed the clubhouse.

Family and friends were what Marianne

cherished most, always keeping in contact. Lifelong friends include Maria “Lopez”, Kathy Brown, and Jan Rilea.

Marianne was such a class act. She enjoyed all the classics, movies, music, the

arts, furniture and clothes. Rolling Stones,

Gordon Lightfoot, and the Chicago Art

Institute to name a few. She had a great

sense of humor, was the best listener and

always imparted great pearls of wisdom.

She was a great fan of Patrick Mahomes,

Chiefs, the Packers, and the NBA.

Curious of her natural family she searched

and found her siblings in 2014. Sadly her

natural mother, Vera Skenandore Wilson

and sister Roberta Kinzhuma had already

passed. She did meet older sister, Rochelle Powless, and younger siblings,

Don and Bernie Wilson, Priscilla Helen

Shegonee, and Diane Wilson, along with

numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

Together enjoying a number of family get

togethers in Oneida, WI.

Marianne was loved by all she met and

most importantly survived by her son, Jon

Phillip Boyes, who helped her through

her most trying times.

A service has been scheduled for June

1st, 1-4 p.m. at Modell Funeral Home, 7710

S. Cass Avenue, Darien, IL 60561.

RALPH W. CORNELIUS

February 18, 1954 - May 23, 2024

Ralph Wayne Cornelius, 70, of Oneida, passed peacefully Thursday

morning, May

23,2024. Ralph

was born on February 18,1954 in

Manitowoc, WI. He

was Married to the Late Sharon L. Cornelius on February 14, 1992. Ralph was the

son of the late Murphy and Hazel (Powless) Cornelius. With a heart full of creativity, Ralph, an Iroquois Silversmith,

reveled in sharing his craftmanship at

various powwows. His love for art, culture, and music resonated deeply with

those who experienced it. Ralph’s kind

heart was evident in all aspects of his life,

as he generously gave to charities and

lent a helping hand to others whenever

possible. His love for his friends, family,

and dogs only grew stronger with each

passing day, inspiring all who knew him

to live a life filled with kindness and compassion. He was a beacon of encouragement forever cheering for his loved ones,

at other sporting events and meaningful

gatherings. Ralph found solace in nature’s

beauty, witnessing sunrises and sunsets

with awe, and nurturing the wildlife

around his home. His dedication to his

work was unwavering. He spent his

younger years pursuing excitement and

making memories that would last a lifetime. Ralph is survived by his daughter,

Marqita (Ben) Hanko, Manitowoc; Stepchildren: Jeremy (Kateri) Wheelock, Oneida. Jaime Wheelock, Oneida; Grand Children: Twilight, Ava, Kayden, and Anthony

Jr; Great Grand Children: Sophia, Emilio,

and Angel. He was preceded in death by

many friends and family. We would like

to thank Patricia and Bernie for being

there for Ralph throughout the last year.

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We also want to thank the Holy Apostles

Church and Ryan Funeral Home for helping with the arrangements. Most of all we

would like to thank Marqita, Ralph loved

you so much and you did a great job caring for him in his final days. Family and

friends may visit at the Church of the Holy

Apostles, 2937 Freedom Road, Oneida

beginning at 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday,

May 29, 2024. A funeral service will begin

at 11:00 a.m. with burial to follow at the

Holy Apostle Cemetery

SANDRA J. CORNELIUS

December 25, 1940 - May 27, 2024

Sandra J. Cornelius, age 83,

passed away surrounded by family

on Monday, May

27, 2024. She was

born on December 25, 1940 in

Oneida, WI to the

late Leander and Evelyn (Hill) Danforth.

She graduated from Seymour High

School. Sandy married Clarence Cornelius on July 1, 1961, at Oneida United Methodist Church in Oneida, WI. They shared

a wonderful life together for 62 years.

Sandy enjoyed spending time with her

family, and prepared specialty meals for

them as well. Some of her families’ favorite meals were macaroni and cheese,

gobbily goop, jello desserts, and enchiladas. She also often played board games

and video games with her grandsons.

She had many friends in California where

she and Clarence lived for 22 years. She

liked working switchboard at the Oneida

Health Center for many years.

Sandy loved the Lord and had daily Bible

readings. She had many different charities that she donated to including, St.

Josephs Indian School, and Pastor David Jeremiah. She was a very generous

woman.

Sandy is survived by her husband, Clarence, her two sons, Clarence Wesley

(Rosita) Cornelius, and Matthew (Penny)

Cornelius, grandchildren Joel, Christopher, Eric, Shawn, Aaron, and Stephen.

She is further survived by numerous nieces and nephews.

Sandy was preceded in death by her

daughter Bonnie, her parents, and her

siblings, Delphine Doxtator, Leander Dan-

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forth, Kenneth Danforth, Arlene Danforth,

and Joe Danforth.

Friends may call on Saturday, June 1,

2024 from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM at Assembly of God Church, N7321 Olson Rd, Oneida, WI 54155. The Oneida Hymn Singers

song service will begin at 12:30 PM, with

the funeral service to begin immediately

following. Burial will occur at a later date.

The family would like to give a special

thank you to Dr. Flood at Oneida Health

Center, Maria Danforth in Elderly Services, St. Vincent Hospital 4th Floor and

ICU, and Pastor Joel Cornelius and Terry

Doxtator from Assembly of God Church.

WENDEL L. CORNELIUS

February 20, 1943 - June 4, 2024

Wendel L. Cornelius, 81, Oneida,

passed away

peacefully Tuesday, June 4, 2024

surrounded by his

family. He was

born February 20,

1943, to the late

Arthur and Sadie (Metoxen) Cornelius Sr.

On April 22, 1977, he was united in marriage to Margaret Heath.

Always a free spirit, Wendel enjoyed

rooting for the Chicago Cubs and Chicago Bears, and spending time with his

grandkids.

Wendel had worked at Vlasic Pickels,

Yellow Cab, Flash Cab, Bay City Cab, and

spent his later years at Oneida Bingo.

He is survived by his wife Margaret, his

children; Dan (Linda), Wendel Jr. (Bobbi

Jo), Stevie (Yvette), Brian, Allen (Jessica), Michelle (Richard), Sadie (Orlando),

Annette (Ernest), as well as 38 grandchildren, 44 great grandchildren and daughter in law Amy Cornelius. Wendel’s siblings; Betty Stensloff, Carol Smith, Arthur

(Beth) Cornelius Jr., and in-laws, Janice

(Philip), Willy, Linda, and Stevie.

Wendel was preceded in death by his

parents Arthur and Sadie, his stepfather

Sherman Cornelius, his son Brad Cornelius, brother Robert Cornelius, and sister

Marlene O’Donnell.

Friends may call at Oneida Methodist

Church from 9:00AM Monday, June 10,

2024, until time of service at 11:00AM.

Ryan Funeral Home, De Pere is assisting

the family.

Special thanks to staff at Crossroads

West, Unity, and Heartland Hospices.

SARA M. EISCH

July 5, 1984 - May 22, 2024

Sara Marie Eisch,

39, Oneida, died

unexpectedly on

May 22, 2024.

She was born on

July 5, 1984 to Rita

Reiter and Michael

Eisch. Sara graduated from Seymour High School. She had two children,

Sienna and Paul, who were her pride and

joy. Growing up, Sara loved hanging with

her friends, attending pow-wows and

going on family camping trips to the lake

lot. Sara was a very social person and

had many friends. When Sara started her

family, she enjoyed her movie night with

her children, nieces and nephews. She

would always make it eventful. The kids

considered their Auntie Sara as the “cool”

Auntie. Sara had a special relationship

with her siblings, Godson and friends and

loved spending time with each of them

and their families. She had a kind heart

and was always willing to help out when

needed.

Prayer from her daughter

You alone are my refuge

My place of safety, you’re my beautiful mother

You always will and have been with me since

birth

You have always cared for me

I trust you with all my might

You rescued me from every trap,

and protected me from everything there is.

I cry out to you every night,

and your unfailing love and presence

supports me when bad thoughts fill my mind.

Your comfort gives me peace and happiness

You’re my place of safety when I’m stressed

You are my rock and fortress

You will forever be my strength,

I will always cling to you and

Your strong hand that holds me securely.

You are my amor and protection everywhere

I go

You will cover me and shelter me with your

wings.

Mom, I promise you I will accomplish all

my goals that I tell you about. I’ll take care

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of our family and I will make you proud no

matter what the circumstances might be.

May your beauty, kindness, giving, love,

thankfulness and being the best mom you

could be to me, and my baby brother be

known throughout the Earth. I will honor

you and rejoice in your unconditional

love. Your love will endure forever in

my heart. Fly high my beautiful angel.

-Sincerely, Your First Born-Sienna Pecore.

She is survived by her children, Sienna

and Paul Jr., and Kaylissa Pecore, the

father of her children, Paul Pecore, Sr.,

her parents Michael (Jackie) Eisch and

Rita (Warren) Reiter, sisters Holly Eisch,

Jenna Eisch, Jade Eisch, Nicole Reiter

and Erin Reiter, brothers Michael Ness,

Kyle (McKenna) Eisch and Bucko (Warren)

(Julie) Reiter, step-brothers Seth (Kasey)

LaReau and Alex LaReau, 10 nieces, 12

nephews, 3 great-nephews, Grandparents Ervin Ambrosius and Harriet Reiter,

numerous Aunts, Uncles, Cousins, Mary

Beth Pecore and friends. She was preceded in death by Grandparents Oscar

Schuyler Sr., Warren Reiter, Telka Novak,

Bob Novak and Yvonne Ambrosius.

Visitation will be held at Ryan Funeral

Home on Friday, May 31, 2024 from 9am

until 11am. The Oneida Hymn Singers will

begin at 10:30am, the service at 11am.

Burial to follow at Oneida Sacred Burial

Grounds. Ryan Funeral Home is assisting

the family.

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MARJORIE A. FUNMAKER

ON THEIR JOURNEY

March 11, 1936 - May 26, 2024

Marjorie Ann

Funmaker, nee

Skenandore (88)

was received by

the loving arms

of her lord on

May 26, 2024.

Born March 11,

1936, to Walter

and Eva (Metoxen) Skenandore in one

of the large Oneida families – a total of

11 siblings - she learned the values of a

Christian upbringing, hard work, and

family dedication. She held true to

those values her entire life. Marge

attended local schools and graduated

from East High School. She met and

married Clyde Ninham and started a

family. Tragically, her husband died in

an incident and Marge later met and

married Wilfred Funmaker. Their family

grew to 8 children, and later she added

3 of her grandchildren to raise in her

loving care and guidance. As a young

adult she moved to Milwaukee during

the Relocation era. In the Milwaukee

native American community, Marge saw

the need for native American youth

– especially young women and worked

with others to address the gaps in

education and services. She was one

of the original founding mothers of the

Indian Community School with Marjorie

Stevens and Darlene Neconish.

Marge returned to Oneida at age 50. She

attended UWGB and served the Oneida

Nation at Income Maintenance, Housing Authority, and the Oneida Personnel

Commission before retiring. If you know

Marge, you know how she loved cooking

amazing meals for her family and friends,

decorating her home, and making creative

floral arrangements. If you were fortunate

to be in her company, before too long you

were embraced in her Joyful laughter. She

enjoyed listening to the old-time greats in

country music, attending church services,

rooting for the Packers, and hitting up the

slots or bingo. Most important to her was

keeping her family close together and she

stayed close with siblings and long held

friendships.

Marge is survived by her children; Clyde

“Joey” Ninham, Luanne Ninham, Glenn

Funmaker, Scott Funmaker, Sandra Fun-

maker, and Stephanie (Duffy) Funmaker,

her grandchildren Lorenzo Funmaker, and

her twins, Raeanne and Luanne Funmaker.

She has 15 additional grandchildren, 37

great grandchildren, and 8 great-great

grandchildren. She is further survived by

two sisters, Ruth Wagner and Eva Doxtator and special nieces Monica Doxtator

and Raeann Skenandore. Her surviving

Funmaker brother-in-law is Maynard Funmaker.

Marge was preceded in death by her first

husband Clyde Ninham, her 2nd husband

Wilfred Funmaker, son Gregory Ninham,

daughter Leitha Funmaker, and daughterin-law Alva Ninham. She is further proceeded by her siblings Martha (Peter) King,

Emily Skenandore, Thelma (Harold) Keiser, Alice (Harold) Ninham, James (Gwen)

Skenandore, Walter Norman Skenandore

(Beverly), Ronald Eli (Carol) Skenandore,

Lawrence (Anna) Skenandore, Ellsworth

Skenandore, Brothers-in-law Lloyd Wagner, and Martin Doxtator. Funmaker inlaws; Perry, Lorenzo, Wayne, Roger, Thurman, Conrad, Daryl, Nathaniel, Carlos,

Betty, Carol, Anita, Darlene.

Friends may call at Ryan Funeral Home

305 N. Tenth Street, De Pere from 4:00PM

– 6:00PM Friday, May 31, 2024. There

will be sharing of memories, encouraging

words, and singing at 6:00PM followed

by a service led by Pastor Joel Cornelius. Burial will take place Saturday June

1st beginning at 10:00AM at the Oneida

Assembly of God Cemetery. The family

would like to thank staff at the Anna John

Nursing Home for their care and devotion.

You did an outstanding job in making her

comfortable and at peace in her final days.

NATASHA L. HAMILTON

September 17, 1995 - May 19, 2024

Natasha Lyn Hamilton, 28, gained

her angel wings

May 19, 2024, with

family by her side,

due to complications from a recent surgery. Natasha was born

September 17, 1995, in Appleton, Wi to

Melanie Esser (Ramey) & Willie Lee Hamilton III. Natasha graduated from Syble

Hopp in 2017. She then attended Curative

Connection before having one on one

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care with her caretaker and best friend,

Laura Nys.

To Natasha everyday was her birthday or

party! She loved Halloween and found every opportunity to dress up and shop for

dressing up. She brought life and joy to

any event and made sure you knew she

was there. "HI, Tasha's here!", you would

hear her say as she entered a room with

a giant smile. Natasha idolized Disney

and was thrilled to meet all the Disney

princesses and characters during her trip

to Disney earlier this year.

Natasha left a lasting impression on everyone who had the honor of meeting her.

Natasha will be deeply missed by her

parents Melanie(Maurice) and Willie, her

siblings, Alexandria Ramey, Iyana Ramey,

Machai Ramey, Samantha(Eric) Boucher, Tyler(Tara) Clark, Willie Devin Metoxen-Hamilton IV, Kylea Krahler, Makaiah

Hansen, Ryan Metoxen-Hamilton, Keyondre Lemerande, David Hamilton, Kiara

Lemerande, Sophia Metoxen-Hamilton,

her extra family Laura(GaryLee) Nys, Tracy(Travis) Rhode, Trevor(Aubree) Nys, and

Jackie Nys, grandparents, aunts, uncles,

6 nieces, 1 nephew, cousins and anyone

who knew her.

Family and friends may call to Ryan Funeral Home, 305 N. Tenth St., De Pere,

WI 54115, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 25th, 2024. A Memorial Service

will begin at 3:00 p.m. with Rev. James

Biegler officiating. Ryan Funeral Home,

De Pere, is assisting the family.

The family would like to extend a special

thank you to the staff at Mayo Clinic-St.

Mary’s and St. Mary’s Green Bay, who

tended to Natasha. In lieu of flowers, a

memorial will be established in her name.

DARRELL M. JOHN

December 20, 1935 - June 9, 2024

Darrell Michael

John, 88, passed

away peacefully at

home holding the

hands of the two

women he loved

most in the world,

his daughter Lynn,

and his love Rose.

Darrell was born in Oneida on December

20, 1935, to the late Noron and Anna

(Christjohn) John. He was destined to

speak his mind. Darrell grew up in Oneida,

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where he went to Seymour High School.

After High School, Darrell joined the United

States Army, and proudly served in the

Korean War. After the Army, Darrell had a

long career with and retired from General

Motors.

Darrell had a huge heart from supporting

charities, loving animals, to supporting and

providing for his family. Darrell was a proud

dad to four children (who were born from

his marriage to the late Marlene Skenandore), eight grandchildren and eight great

grandchildren. He always showed up with

a smile on his face.

Darrell loved life; he did what he wanted,

when he wanted, and how he wanted. Always with his heart in his sleeve. Darrell

had many passions, which included cars

(driving fast), music (classic country to rock

n’ roll), golf (played 18 holes until he was 86

years old), billiards (no doubt a shark), bike

riding (spotted all over Milwaukee), bowling, exercising (a forever gym member),

watching sports (Go Brewers, Bucks, and

Packers), former Vestry member at church,

and of course cracking jokes.

For almost 30 years, Darrell has been with

his great love Rose Benson. Rose was

truly the Minnie to Darrell’s Mickey. Her

presence brought him peace, comfort, and

happiness until his last moments.

He was preceded in death by his parents

Noron and Anna John, five siblings: Carlton “Beaver” John, Darwin John, Brenda

Cornelius, Richard “Dickie” John, Emily

Palone, stepdaughter Little Diane Hill, and

granddaughter Nikki Corbeil.

Darrell is survived by two siblings, Luanne

(the late Mark) Simos, and Rosemary John

(the late Leon Brisk). Four children, Lynn

(Mark) Corbeil, Kirk (Yvonne) John, Michael

(Zandra) John, and Bradly John. He is further survived by his many grandchildren:

Krystal John, Dakota John, Michael John Jr.,

Matthew John, Tehya John, Hawkins John,

Takoda John, Darrell Hill, and Daraleigh.

Special great grandchildren, Landry and

Nicolas John, as well as many other friends,

family, and loved ones.

Family and friends may pay respects to

Darrell at Holy Apostles Church, 2937

Freedom Rd., Oneida, WI., from 9:00AM

– 10:45AM on Thursday, June 13, 2024.

Oneida Hymn Singers will sing at 10:30AM.

Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated

at 11:00AM with Fr. James Biegler officiat-

ing. Full military honors will follow at the

parish cemetery. Ryan Funeral Home is

assisting the family.

The family would like to extend a heartful

thank you to Darrell’s hospice and care

team, the staff at Anna John Nursing Home

and Dr. Flood.

MICHAEL J. KING

August 26, 1963 - June 10, 2024

Michael James

King, age 60,

passed away on

Monday June 10,

2024, at his home

in Keshena. Michael was born on

August 26, 1963, in

Antigo to the late

James and Ruth (Frechette) King. He

worked many years as a slot technician at

the Oneida and Menominee Casino. On

February 10, 1996, Michael was united in

marriage to Lori Schlichting. The couple

spent a wonderful loving 23 years together before Lori’s passing in 2019. He was

talented at playing the guitar and made

music with his love of his life Lori. Michael

was an active lifelong member of the St.

Michael Catholic Church in Keshena. He

volunteered his time at the church as an

altar server, mowing the lawn and anything

else that needed to be done at the church.

Michael had an eye for photography and

would snap a picture when he could. He

had skill when it came to technology and

would share all the lingo. Michael was a

kind, generous person but was never too

outspoken. He will be dearly missed by

everyone that knew him.

Michael is survived by his siblings, Kathy

(Lyle) Tucker and Mark King; siblings-inlaw, Julie Schlichting, Kevin (Margaret)

Schlichting and Adrian (Verdene) Schlichting; nieces and nephews, Rayna Tucker, Ruthie Tucker, Riley Tucker, Richard

Doss, Mindy Miller, Molly Schlichting, Kevin

Schlichting, Jr., Malissa Schlichting, Julie

Schlichting, Courtney Schlichting, Leah

Schlichting, Sequoia Schlichting, Deion

Boivin, Heaven Ault and Alexander Lamberies. He is further survived by other

relatives and friends.

Michael is preceded in death by his wife,

Lori; furry baby, Scrappy; parents, James

and Ruth; cousin, Reynold Frechette, Sr.;

and parents-in-law, Delbert and Rosetta

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Schlichting.

A funeral service for Michael will be held

at 11:00 am on Saturday June 15, 2024, at

Swedberg Funeral Home with Fr. Hanz

Chrisitan officiating. Visitation will be held

on Friday June 14, 2024, at the funeral

home from 4:00 pm until 7:00 pm then

again on Saturday from 10:00 am until

the time of service. Burial will be held at

St. Michaels Catholic Cemetery following

the service.

CHRISTINA E . SKENANDORE

June 14, 1964 - June 3, 2024

Christina Easter

Skenandore, 59,

passed away late

Monday evening,

June 3, 2024. The

daughter of Vernon and Violet

(Williams) Stevens

was born June 14,

1964.

Christina, also known as Christine Ester

(because “somebody stole the A’s!”), was

an incredibly giving person. She was a

mom to everyone, and everyone was family. She enjoyed going to the casino and

playing bingo, but more than anything she

loved being a full-time grandma.

She is survived by her sons, Koy (Samantha) and Francis (Melissa); grandchildren

Robert, Twyla, Everleigh and Alora; siblings Matilda (Bob) Godfrey, Lila (Randy)

Denny, Viola Skenandore and Vernon

(Stacy) Skenandore. Christina is further

survived by her many nieces, nephews

and other extended family members.

Preceding her in death were her parents,

Vernon and Violet; daughter, Magan Smith;

sister Robin Doyen and other members of

her extended family.

Family and friends may visit at Ryan Funeral Home on Friday, June 7, 2024 at 305 N.

Tenth Street, De Pere, from 2:00 to 5:00

p.m. A short prayer will take place at 2:00

to begin visitation, followed by the Oneida

Hymn Singers from 2:30 to 3:00.

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ON THEIR JOURNEY

ERNEST STEVENS SR

February 17, 1932 – June 1, 2024

Ernest Stevens, Sr.,

At ·nis,

a

d e d i c a t e d

advocate for

sovereignty, selfdetermination,

self-governance,

and Native rights,

passed away on

Saturday, June 1, 2024, at the Anna John

Resident Centered Care Community

facility in Oneida, Wisconsin. Born

February 17, 1932, Ernie Stevens, Sr. was

a prominent figure in the Indian political

activism during the 1960s and 1970s.

A U.S. Marine Corps combat veteran

of the Korean War, serving 4 years and

earned the rank of Staff Sergeant at 19

years of age. Stevens was recognized

for his service and dedication, receiving

accolades such as the Korean Unit citation

and the Korean Service medal with three

battle stars. During his time in Korea, he

was part of the well-known conflict, the

Frozen Chosen. The Marines who fought

there are known as “the chosen few”

where nearly 2,500 of the US forces died,

some froze to death.

Stevens illustrious and impactful career

includes serving in numerous leadership

positions, including as Executive Director

of the Los Angeles Indian Center, the

Institute for Community Anti-Poverty

Corporation, the Indian Action Project in

Arizona, the Los Angeles Human Rights

Commission, and the Inter-Tribal Council

of California.

He was recruited to Washington DC by

Commissioner Louis Bruce of the Bureau

of Indian Affairs, where he held several

high-level positions that helped facilitate

a systematic change throughout Indian

Country. After leaving the Bureau, he

was a lobbyist and later the Executive

Director of the American Indian Policy

Review Commission Study that would

change Indian Country forever. He was

later confirmed as the first Staff Director

of the Senate Select Committee on Indian

Affairs. While serving in DC, Ernie was

also elected by the national leadership

as the First Vice-President to the National

Congress of American Indians (NCAI).

Whether through his leadership roles in

various organizations or his involvement

in policymaking at the national level, Ernie

Stevens, Sr. was a driving force for change

and progress in Indian Country.

Coming from humble beginnings,

Stevens, Sr. began a profound rise to

national recognition at a time of great

change in Indian Country. He remained a

charismatic figure to many tribes, Indian

leaders, and Indian people, particularly

in Arizona, where his early professional

years left a significant imprint. He held a

bachelor’s degree in business economics

from Mount Scenario College and a

Community Fellows Program certification

from the Massachusetts Institute of

Technology (MIT). Upon his return to the

Oneida Community, he served in several

capacities, such as Councilman on the

Oneida Business Committee and Senior

Manager of the Development Division,

local and national consultant, and small

business owner. He always pushed for

and supported for tribal enterprise and

individual business owners. Some of

his most important projects were the

tobacco enterprise, land acquisition, home

ownership, to name a few. If you asked

him personally, he would credit the people

he worked with on these projects.

He was a visionary leader, a devoted

advocate, and a beloved community

member. Ernie Stevens, Sr.'s indelible

mark on Indian Country, will forever be

remembered and cherished by all whose

lives he touched. He left a lasting imprint

on those he encountered.

Ernie Sr. leaves a legacy with his surviving

children, Kelly (Shelly) Stevens of Oneida;

Ernie (Cheryl) Stevens, Jr. of Oneida; Mike

(Tommi) Stevens of New Town, ND; Toni

(Doug) House of Oneida; David Stevens of

Appleton; Pamela Stevens of Milwaukee;

Jennifer Stevens of Milwaukee. He is

preceded in death by the love of his life,

his wife Patricia, his mother Maria Hinton

a community icon, and son Coleman.

He is also survived by 24 grandchildren:

Paul, Shakira, Anastasia, Natasha, Kelly

Jr., Coleman, Vernon, Brandon, Ernest

III, Margaret, Maria, Lois, Michael Paul,

Thomas, William, Bernadine, Victor, Cole,

Jasmine, Jessica, Conrad Jr., Justin,

Alayna, and David. He is also survived by

36 great grandchildren.

A big thank you to the Anna John Resident

Centered Care Community facility staff

for taking so good care of Ernie during

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his time there. They have become an

extension of Ernie’s giant family. We thank

them from the bottom of our hearts for

their kind, caring love for Ernie.

Thank you to the Oneida community for

your support and love for Ernie Stevens,

Sr. The family could not do this without

you. His dream for the Oneida Community

was always one of economic diversity,

tribal tradition, a strong land base, and

education for all. We are living his dream

and it is up to each of us to carry it forward

for the next seven generations.

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I'm Free

by Shannon Lee Moseley

Don’t grieve for me, for now I’m free.

I’m following paths God made for me.

I took his hand I heard him call;

Then turned, and bid farewell to all.

I could not stay another day

To laugh, to love, to sing, to play.

Tasks left undone must stay that way;

I found my peace.

If my parting left a void,

Then fill it with remembered joys.

A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss;

Oh yes, these things I too will miss.

Be not burdened with sorrow,

look for the sunshine of tomorrow.

My life’s been full, I’ve savored much;

Good friends, good times A loved one’s

touch.

Perhaps my time seemed all too brief;

Don’t lengthen it now with grief.

Lift up your heart and peace to thee,

God wants me now - He set me free.

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N7125 Seminary Rd.

Oneida, WI 54155

Sept. 6th, 2024 4:30 pm CST

Applications can be submitted online, in-person, or by mail.

5233 West Morgan Ave.

Milwaukee, WI 53220

Paper applications were mailed in late June 2024

If you do not receive yours by the end July, please contact

the Trust Enrollment Department.

A mailer will be sent out as well

ONEIDA

VOTE

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♦

Oneida Nation Assistance Fund

($1500.00/ 18+) ($2000.00/ 62+)

Elder Assistance Program (703.54/ 65+)

Food Assistance Program ($500.00)

Application deadline

And SEOTS

EVERY

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Oneida Trust Enrollment Department

COUNTS

PO Box 365, Oneida WI 54155-0365

(920) 869-6200 ♦ 800-571-9902

No Mailbox. In person or courier delivery only (Fed Ex, UPS)

210 Elm St, Oneida WI 54155

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LEGAL NOTICES

Setting Time and Notice to Interested Parties

The following estates are being prepared for probate by

the Oneida Nation, Land Commission Hearing Body.

To attend a scheduled hearing virtually contact

Cindy Lecker, Land, Title & Trust Specialist,

Oneida Nation, Land Management, •

PO Box 365, • Oneida, WI 54155, • 920-869-6610 •

CLecker@oneidanation.org

KALIHWISAKS

In the Matter of the Estate of Louis Tony Delgado,

Case No. 2024 LCP 0003

1. An application for probate was filed.

2. The decedent with a date of birth of 08/01/1949 and date of

death 10/15/2019, was an Oneida Nation member, domiciled

off of the Oneida Reservation at 361 Herrick Rd., Riverside, IL

60546.

3. The deadline to submit claims was 08/16/2024

5. All interested persons are hereby noticed.

In the Matter of the Estate of Rita May Summers,

Case No. 2023 LCP 0004

1. An application for probate was filed.

2. The decedent with a date of birth of 11/26/1929 and

date of death 08/06/2023, was an Oneida Nation

member, domiciled on the Oneida Reservation at 2892

Commissioner St, Oneida, WI 54155.

3. The deadline to submit claims was 07/14/2024

4. All interested persons are hereby noticed.

In the Matter of the Estate of Arlene Virgina Summers,

Case No. 2024 LCP 0001

1. An application for probate was filed.

2. The decedent with a date of birth of 06/06/1934 and

date of death 12/13/2023, was an Oneida Nation

member, domiciled on the Oneida Reservation at 3772 N

Countyline Rd, Oneida, WI 54155.

3. The deadline to submit claims was 07/14/2024

4. All interested persons are hereby noticed.

In the Matter of the Estate of Shirley Mae Hill,

Case No. 2024 LCP 0002

1. An application for probate was filed.

2. The decedent with a date of birth of 05/13/1934 and

date of death 10/22/2023, was an Oneida Nation

member, domiciled on the Oneida Reservation at 2928

Commissioner St, Oneida, WI 54155.

3. The deadline to submit claims was 07/14/2024

4. All interested persons are hereby noticed.

NOTICE OF RESCHEDULED

PUBLIC MEETING

TO BE HELD July 11, 2024, 5-6pm

Comprehensive Housing Division Front Conference Room

2913 Commissioner Street, Oneida, WI 54155

In accordance with the Administrative Rulemaking Law, the

Comprehensive Ho using Division and the Oneida Land

Commission are hosting this Public Meeting to gather feedback from the

community regarding proposed amendments to the following rule:

Real Property Law Rule No. 2 - CHD Residential Sales

♦ Change Real Property Law Rule No. 2 to Rule No. 1

♦ Replacing the selection process from a highest

qualified offer process to a lottery draw process such that homes

will continue to be listed for the appraised value, but buyers

will no longer be able to bid over appraised value to gain a

competitive advantage; and

♦ Determining what happens to residential sales inventory in the

event there are no offers received for a given listing.

To obtain copies of the Public Meeting documents for this proposal, please visit

oneida-nsn.gov/Register/PublicMeetings.

PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD OPEN UNTIL JULY 19, 2024

During the Public Comment Period, all interested persons may submit written

comments and/or a transcript of any testimony/spoken comments made during

the Public Meeting. These may be submitted to The Comprehensive Housing

Division by U.S. mail, interoffice mail, e-mail or fax.

Comprehensive Housing Division

2913 Commissioner Street, Oneida, WI 54155

mhill@oneidanation.org Phone: 920-869-2227 Fax: 920-869-2836

ONEIDA-NSN.GOV

LEGAL NOTICES

ONEIDA NATION PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE

FRIDAY, APRIL 12, 2024, 12:15 pm

Norbert Hill Center

Business Committee Conference Room

N7210 Seminary Rd., Oneida, WI

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Find Public Meeting

Materials at

Oneida-nsn.gov/government/

register/public meetings

Send Public Comments to

LOC@oneidanation.org

Ask Questions here

LOC@oneidanation.org

920-869-4417

VEHICLE DRIVER CERTIFICATION AND FLEET MANAGEMENT LAW AMENDMENTS

The purpose of the purpose of the Vehicle Driver Certification and Fleet Management law is to establish standards that certify

employees, elected and appointed officials, and volunteers to drive a fleet vehicle or personal vehicle on official business and

regulate the use of all vehicles owned and leased by the Nation

The Vehicle Driver Certification and Fleet Management law amendments will:

♦ Remove the responsibility of the Fleet Management Department to purchase fleet vehicles from section 210.6-1 of the Law.

Individuals may attend the public meeting for the proposed Vehicle Driver Certification and Fleet Management law amendments

in person at the Norbert Hill Center, or virtually through Microsoft Teams. If you wish to attend the public meeting through

Microsoft Teams please contact LOC@oneidanation.org.

PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD CLOSES MONDAY, JULY 22, 2024

During the public comment period, anyone may submit written

comments, questions or input. Comments may be submitted to

the Oneida Nation Secretary’s Office or the Legislative Reference

Office in person, by U.S. mail, interoffice mail, or e-mail.

Scan for more information

on the proposed Vehicle

Driver Certification and

Fleet Management law

amendments

Church of the Holy Apostles

These Rules and Regulations were approved July 11, 2018 and remain in effect today.

Floral Displays

♦ NO sprinkling of cremation

ashes will be allowed

♦ Worn out, faded, otherwise

dilapidated items will be

removed without notice

♦ Cemetery will

be closed from

dusk to dawn no

personal vehicles

allowed during

this time

ITEMS PROHIBITED

♦ ONLY metal or plastic

containers at ground level,

next to the monument shall

be used for fresh cut or

artificial flowers

♦ Live/fresh cut flowers to be

removed after two (2) weeks

♦ One (1) shepherd’s hook per

grave site for hanging basket

♦ Planting of any trees, shrubs,

perennials

♦ Snowmobiles, ATVs, cross

country, cycles, dirt bikes

♦ Alcoholic beverages or any

other glass containers or glass

items

♦ Enclosures of any kind around

grave sites (e.g. fences)

♦

Decorative stones, yard

Monuments/Headtones

decorations (signs, solar lights,

♦ Must be made of marble,

planters, toys, pinwheels,

granite, fiberglass, or bronze.

balloons and the like) if deemed

Replace wooden markers

dangerous for lawn equipment

before they deteriorate.

♦ Any unusual markers,

decorations must be preapproved

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ADVOCACY:

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PREVENTION

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CONTACT US: 490-3700

Maternal Child

Health Services

A FREE program that assists pregnant families

with obtaining services in the following areas

♦ Prenatal/Baby Care Items

♦ PNCC Program Referrals

♦ Various Education

♦ Transportation

♦ Health Insurance

And More...

Contact Maternal Child

Health Worker

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920.655.2146

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Year Built: 2002

Land Status: Oneida Tribal Lease

County: Outagamie

School District: Oneida and Seymour

Tax District: Town of Oneida

Parcel # 170140708

Purchasers are subject to residential Lease with the Oneida Nation Comprehensive

Housing Division, the purchaser must be enrolled with the Oneida Nation. The Oneida

Nation Comprehensive Housing Division is not responsible for the content of this

advertisement. All information provided in this advertisement is provided solely by

the Home Owner.

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JULY 17TH | 4-6 p.m.

• Kayaking with Oneida Adventures

Guarantee a Spot- Contact Mark Steinbach!

(920) 490-3846 or msteinba@oneidanation.org

• Stem Craft brought to you by

UWGB Camps & Einstein Project.

• Receive a punch on your 2024 JMIO Punch Card

• Buffalo Snack Sticks from the

Oneida Nation Farm.

(while supplies last)

For more information or questions

contact Hanna:

920-490-3927

hleisgan@oneidanation.org

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Foraging with

Randy Cornelius

JULY 2024 | 27

06/03/2024

Come join us as we walk on

the Norbert Hill Center trails;

discovering what grows and

is edible to eat in nature.

Stroke Prevention Research Study

ARE YOU NATIVE AMERICAN?

ARE YOU BETWEEN THE AGES OF 35 AND 55?

DO YOU WANT TO MAKE AN IMPACT IN YOUR COMMUNITY?

I INVITE YOU TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS STUDY:

ROOT CAUSES OF STROKE RISK DISPARITY IN

WISCONSIN NATIVE AMERICANS

JULY 23, 2024

5:30-7:30 PM

Norbert Hill Center

North parking Lot

Registration Required.

Limited to 20 participants.

Contact Amanda Riesenberg,

Stroke Prevention Wellness Coach to register

Call 920-490-3984 or Email ariesenb@oneidanation.org

COME JOIN US!!

Walk with a Doc

This study is a partnership between the Oneida

Nation and the UW Madison Stroke Team to

decrease Stroke and Stroke Risk Factors in the

Native American Population.

No cost to participant.

All activities are done on the Oneida Reservation!

Take care of your health

and your family for the next seven generations

CONTACT AMANDA AT 920-490-3984 OR

ARIESENB@ONEIDANATION.ORG FOR MORE

INFORMATION

SUPPORT WAS PROVIDED BY THE UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN - MADISON OFFICE OF

THE VICE CHANCELLOR FOR RESEARCH AND GRADUATE EDUCATION

What's in your

Water?

Time: 12:10-12:45 pm

Location: Oneida Health Center Front Entrance

Come join us on the 1st Wednesday of each month as we walk,

talk, and learn about an important wellness topic!

No registration required.

Giveaways each month (while supplies last).

Monthly Topics

May 1

June 5

Mental Health

All Things Summer

and Child Safety

Dr. Christine Garstka

Psychologist

Oneida Behavioral Health

Dr. Karen Lane

General Pediatrics

Oneida Medical Director

July 3

August 7

Pain of Opioids:

Rising Above

Stress Management

Rachel Seegers

Scott Lalonde

Counselors

Oneida Behavioral Health

Katie Farley

Nurse Practitioner

Oneida Behavioral Health

September 4

October 2

Nutrition

Diabetic Health

Brianna Grosso

Maria Boeck

Registered Dietitian

Oneida WIC/Nutrition

Lauren Cornette

Nurse Practitioner

Oneida Diabetes Program

06/03/2024

For more information or questions contact

Amanda Riesenberg, Stroke Prevention Wellness Coach

525 Airport Rd. Oneida, WI

920-490-3984

ariesenb@oneidanation.org

Oneida Utilities Department

Provides fresh water to

over 750 homes on the

reservation

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Kalihwisaks/Creative Services

920.496.5632

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Kalihwisaks/Creative Services

Michelle Danforth-Anderson

Marketing & Tourism Director

Richard Summers III

Graphic Designer

For All Submissions

kalihwisaks@oneidanation.org

The views and/or claims of interviewees

or advertisers do not necessarily represent

the thoughts and sentiments of the Oneida

Nation or the Kalihwisaks.

Contributors: Eric Doxtator • Trista Cornelius-Henricks

Leah Stroobants • Leon Webster • Peggy Doxtater

Nevada Skenandore • Mel Webster • Leah Kuchta • Isaiah Powless

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