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Macaki Peshewa Obituary

PESHEWA, DR. MACAKI - known to most everyone as "Doc," continued on his journey through eternity early Wednesday morning, February 9, 2011, as he passed from this life to the next. During his life he brought happiness to many and no one who met him was unaffected by his presence. Doc was a force for good throughout his life. A Veteran of the Air Force, he also co-founded the Tennessee Indian Council, founded the Indian Historical Society, Native American Indian Media, The Systems Theory and Human Development Corporation, published The Indian Reader, and established the Native American Church of Strawberry Plains of which he was the priest. He was also well known as Santa for the past 37 years. He could often be seen passing out candy and gifts during the holiday season and throughout the year. He felt like "Everyday should be like Christmas." Continuing on their journey through life are Doc's wives, Marion and Melanie; his children Shanti, Shakra and husband Adam, Shamir and partner Scott, Shaman and husband Daniel, Shakti and Shasti; his brother Tom and Sandra; his cousins, Doug Dills and Lil Virginia Thompson; his God-children, Brandon Stormer, Paige and Joey Wilkinson; his special friends, Moe, Seham and Christina Gurgis, Seva and family, Chief Hawk Pope, Bill and Patsy McKee, Ayapia, Steve Lohrey, Steve Stormer, Dr. Williem Kelley, Dr. Craig Laman, Earl Nash, Bruce Torbett, Jody Torbett, and Katja Kaye. A releasing ceremony for Doc will be held on Sunday, February 13, 2011 at 4:00pm at the Native American Church located at 7862 McMillan Road, Strawberry Plains, TN. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Native American Church P.O. Box 53, Strawberry Plains, TN 37871. A celebration in honor of Doc will be held at Doc's house following the ceremony. Arrangements by Cremation Options, Inc. (865) 6WE-CARE (693-2273) www.cremationoptionsinc.com.

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Published by Knoxville News Sentinel from Feb. 11 to Feb. 12, 2011.

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seva

February 5, 2025

Doc was and remains a large influence in my life. The statements of his are many, and the one which stands out is "Dare to remain sacred". Thank you Doc.

March 11, 2012

I will always love you

Melanie PeSheWa

February 6, 2012

O Baby I miss and love you so much. Words can not begin to describe. I Only Have Eyes For You. I know the Flamingo angels are watching over you. Forever your Buckskin
Melanie PeSheWa

Bart York

June 21, 2011

Katie, My heart goes out to you.

seva

March 19, 2011

Dare to Remain Sacred.
That's one of the many statements Doc said to me, but it is the most important one I can recall. At his releasing ceremony, I misquoted him, so I wanted to post my correction here.

Dare to Remain Sacred.

In the darkest time, most difficult moment, most unexpected turn, dare to remain sacred.

melanie peshewa

March 18, 2011

i love you

marion

March 13, 2011

I will love you for forever and a day plus one.

Dana Stanfield-Bayiates

February 16, 2011

Shamir,
I've written and re-written this entry several times. I've finally admitted to myself that words just cannot express my sympathy and empathy towards you and your family. I
didn't know your daddy, but I sure wish I did. From others, I've learned that he was quite a force of life, and I know his absence has left a huge hole in all the souls of those who knew and loved him.
Please know that you are loved and supported by so many friends and family. We love you, Hella Kitty.

February 14, 2011

Thank you for the life you breathed into Santa Claus and all the years you gave without thought or need of anything in return. Thank you for helping me find the Santa within myself. Your work and teachings will continue on though your life here on Grandfather's world has come to an end and you have entered into your journey beyond. You will be missed by so very many, unknown and uncountable. Thank you for bringing light into the darkness.
Bill & Patsy McKee

Brandy Pack Cooper

February 14, 2011

Shamir,

I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers! Love you.


Leslie,

I do not know your husband, but I am sure this is hard for you all. Although we are far apart, you are still my friend, and in my thoughts. Love you.

Lisa Smith

February 14, 2011

Marion and family,

I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. God Bless.

February 13, 2011

Many prayers will be sent from here for your family. Doc continues in his journey and walks with Grandfather Creator. Marion and Melanie we know that you will miss Your beloved husband. May Creator bless you and your Family.
Bluefeather and Nighthawk... Bristol, Tn.

Subagh Savitri Ji Siddhi Sangita

February 13, 2011

I'm burning like a candle missing you. I watch the you tube video of all of us playing at A-1 over and over. You are a legend, your teachings,laughter and love will live on. The Universe blesses your journey home and the Creator blesses your Family.
Love.Light,and Gratitude
Subagh

seva

February 12, 2011

i missed Doc even before he left. i could have had a conversational journey with him every single day. now it will be even more difficult. the cosmos obviously needed his advice more than i.

Crystal and david Abbott

February 12, 2011

Shakra,
Sorry for your loss,we are hear if you need us.We love you dearly. The Abbotts.

February 12, 2011

sorry to hear about doc your friends at the auctions may god be with you

Marjean Evans

February 12, 2011

Marion and family, So sorry for your loss, I will be thinking about your family.

shirley monroe

February 11, 2011

Marion,Melanie and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I just saw this, my heart is breaking for! As you know, Dr. Peshewa, was very good to me and my children when they were young and I was forever and will forever be grateful. He was the best!! Will miss him dearly!! May God Bless!!
Shirley Monroe

Jim & Brenda Conn

February 11, 2011

Shakra, We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your father and pray the love of your family and friends will help you through your grief. We love you so very much.

John Lamb

February 11, 2011

I am so sorry to hear of Doc's passing. I knew him from the gym and always enjoyed talking to him he was always so cheerful and in a great mood.

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