Gchi Makwa
Marsh Wabanimkee Miller
Died Jan. 10. 2019
PESHAWBESTOWN
– Marsh W. Miller, 42 of
Peshawbestown, began his journey into the spirit world January 10, 2019 in
Chippewa County.
Marsh was
born Jan 5, 1977 in Traverse City, the son of Frederick and Minnie (Miller)
Wabanimkee.
Marsh was
a member of the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians. He resided between family in the Charlevoix
and Grand Traverse areas. He was a
painter, taught by his father, Frederick. He had a loving disposition and enjoyed many
happy times with his extended families. Gchi
Makwa (Big Bear) is a true Ogichidaa Protector/Warrior.
“Do
not grieve. Misfortunes will happen to
the wisest and best of men. Death will
come, always out of season. It is the
command of the Great Spirit.” Big Elk,
Omaha Chief.
Gchi Makwa is survived by his mother, Minnie; three children,
Mijiikwis Wabanimkee, Tehyana Cloud, Neshawn Eggleston; his siblings, Karla K.
Harris, Kelsey V. Wabanimkee, Gitchi Clara Mae (Justin) Wabanimkee, Elizabeth
(Daniel) Munson and Travis (Jessica) Stuebing and many nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his father, Frederick.
Memorial services will be held Friday at noon, Jan 18, 2019 at the
Greensky Hill Church in Charlevoix. Visitation
will be an hour before service begins and a feast will follow. His final traveling song will be sung at the
end of the service.
Memorials can be directed to the Greensky Hill Church, 8484 Green
Sky Hill Road, Charlevoix, MI, 49720.
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