Eugene Walraven

It is unfortunate but the Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe of Michigan's ancestors from the Fletcher Site in Bay City, Michigan have been disturbed for many decades. Their final resting spots were desecrated by looters without regard for human dignity. Eugene repatriated ancestral human remains from the Fletcher Site from someone suffering from a guilty conscience. This ancestor is now at rest in the Nibokaan Cemetery within the Tribe's Isabella Indian Reservation in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan....

Coke along with the entire Walraven family were lifelong friends of my family; especially numerous fishing adventures with my dad, Milt Spaulding. Condolences from my sister, brother and myself.

Moose and family
So sorry to hear of Coke's passing. With both of my parents gone, I don't get news about Bay City friends anymore. Always remembered Coke was my dad, Milt Spaulding's, best fishing buddy. Condolences to your entire family.
Kathy Compton (also Betty and Randy)

Tina, So sorry to hear about Coke. He was so nice. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. Sorry I couldnt be there. Jackie and Family[Gallagher}

Coke was my Godfather! He was always so loving and thoughtful. I remember one time I was about 5, he came and visited in the evening and brought me a box of little dolls dressed in ethnic outfits. I woke up to find them in my bed. My Dad didn't want him to wake me up, but I remember being disappointed that I didn't get to see him. LOVED those dolls!!! I'll miss you Coke!

Eugene, I'll miss seeing you with walking stick in hand, taking care of business for the annual veteran feast at SECR Ballroom. You were indeed like the tortoise ahead of the Hare. In life and community you never finished last! I miss you already my friend. Love and respect from all your Anishinabe Ogitchedaw Brothers and Sisters. David Perez, Sr & family

Eugene was the nicest person I've had the pleasure of working with and knowing. Rest well my friend

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.