PORT ANGELES, Washington
Apr 29, 1975 – Mar 15, 2024
Alexander Swiftwater McCarty, 48 yrs., a member of the Makah Nation, passed away peacefully in Olympia, Wa. on March 15, 2024.He was born on April 29, 1975, in Port Angeles, Wa., to Shirley Irene Stadnick and John Arthur McCarty.As an artist, fisherman, Master Indigenous woodcarving professor,...
Read MoreI was gifted a wonderful carved oar, made by this man. I love it and it has a place of great pride in our house. I was sorry to learn of his death. May his journey be on calm and beautiful waters.
Carrie steere-Salazar
March 29, 2024 | Other
My condolences to the family. Alex was a great person. We worked together at Chief Leschi, he taught from my old classroom.
Al Zantua
March 26, 2024 | Work
Alex was very inspirational about the art he so loved. My deepest condolences to his family and worldwide friends
Clayton McCrary
March 23, 2024 | School
He was the best instructor I ever had during my college years. My heart goes to his family, the MAKA NATION, and all of the students he educated thrughout his career. MITAKUYA OYASIN
Paul Flores
March 21, 2024 | School
