"I will always remember him as a generous, unassuming man who always put his people first."

-Tommy Thomson, Secretary, Department of Health and Human Services-

The Late Merle Wayne Boyd

Second Chief of the Sac and Fox Nation

(June 17, 1940 - May 26, 2003)

The Late Hubert Markishtum  

The last daily reading, read by Hubert on 10/10/01

Humbled

Before I was Humbled I went Astray;

But now I keep your word.

"If suffering comes my way, O God, may I receive it as a means of being drawn closer to you, of learning your love, of will, even as so many of your children have learned our ways through the school of humility. Amen"

(October 14, 1923 - October 10, 2001)

"No right is more sacred to a nation, to a people, than the right to freely determine its social, economic, political and cultural future without external interference.  The fullest expression of this right occurs when a nation freely governs itself".

The Late Joseph B. DeLaCruz

Former President, Quinault Nation 1972-1993

(July 16, 1937 - April 16, 2000)

"Tallakson was a friend and counselor to all.  His dedication to others was frequently exhibited as his advice and confidence were constantly sought by friends and colleagues".

The Late Joe Tallakson

Long time Advocate for Tribal Rights and Sovereignty

(May 9, 1943 - December 22, 1994)

"Raynette spent most of her adult life advocating for tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. She started her career in 1969 as a receptionist for the Bureau of Indian Affairs. In 1989, she became one of the very first “Self-Governance Coordinators” in Indian Country and served that capacity until 1994. In that capacity, she successfully championed and lobbied for permanent legislation which has since made self-governance the standard among Indian Tribes throughout the country"

The Late Raynette Lynn Finkbonner

“tf-uch-seen-el-wit”
“lash-high-hit (Descendent of the stars)”

(May 24, 1943 - December 26, 2003)

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