Obituary for Joseph Marion
Marion, Joseph Gabriel (Pashegesic)
April 28, 1938 - March 16, 2022
On Wednesday March 16th, 2022 at the age of 83 Joe left this earth. Before his passing semaa was offered to Waswaabik (Tory Fisher) from the Fisher Clan to conduct a pipe ceremony and travelling song. Joe was given the spirit name Chi-Giizis. (Big Sun). Chi-Giizis has returned home and will be welcomed by his ancestors.
Joe was a Big Sun to many. Shining warmth down upon us. Providing us with comfort and hiding away behind the clouds at times. Always present if not always seen.
Joe will be missed and lovingly remembered by all his family and friends. He was known to love country music, horse racing and the company of people. He will be remembered for his generous laugh and his love of story telling. Joe was also a big fan of the Toronto Maple Leafs, Toronto Blue Jays, and wrestling.
Survived by sister Violet Marion, Step-daughter Jennifer Collier and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Pre deceased by his parents Louis Marion and Jane Marie Amikwabi, his loving wife Pam Milliken, his brother Alexander and sisters Eva Pitt and Evelyn Marion.
Many thanks to the NFN caregivers and to the staff and residents at the seniors home in Garden village . Special thanks to all the PSW's. You all helped make Joe's last years happy and full of love. Chi miigwetch.
We would also like to thank the staff in the NCU at West Nipissing General hospital for all the care and support you provided.
A feast and ceremony will be held in his honour on April 28th, 2022.
Minawaa gigawaabamin, Chi-giizis.
April 28, 1938 - March 16, 2022
On Wednesday March 16th, 2022 at the age of 83 Joe left this earth. Before his passing semaa was offered to Waswaabik (Tory Fisher) from the Fisher Clan to conduct a pipe ceremony and travelling song. Joe was given the spirit name Chi-Giizis. (Big Sun). Chi-Giizis has returned home and will be welcomed by his ancestors.
Joe was a Big Sun to many. Shining warmth down upon us. Providing us with comfort and hiding away behind the clouds at times. Always present if not always seen.
Joe will be missed and lovingly remembered by all his family and friends. He was known to love country music, horse racing and the company of people. He will be remembered for his generous laugh and his love of story telling. Joe was also a big fan of the Toronto Maple Leafs, Toronto Blue Jays, and wrestling.
Survived by sister Violet Marion, Step-daughter Jennifer Collier and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Pre deceased by his parents Louis Marion and Jane Marie Amikwabi, his loving wife Pam Milliken, his brother Alexander and sisters Eva Pitt and Evelyn Marion.
Many thanks to the NFN caregivers and to the staff and residents at the seniors home in Garden village . Special thanks to all the PSW's. You all helped make Joe's last years happy and full of love. Chi miigwetch.
We would also like to thank the staff in the NCU at West Nipissing General hospital for all the care and support you provided.
A feast and ceremony will be held in his honour on April 28th, 2022.
Minawaa gigawaabamin, Chi-giizis.