B Joan Webkamigad

1941 - 2015

B Joan Webkamigad obituary, 1941-2015

B Joan Webkamigad

1941 - 2015

BORN

1941

DIED

2015

B Webkamigad Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on May 26, 2015.
B Joan Webkamigad was born on February 11, 1941, the daughter of the late Charles and Elizabeth Pamp, and passed away on May 25, 2015 at the age of 74. She was a life-long educator and activist for the American Indian people and many credit her with helping them to achieve academic success. She was a fierce defender of Anishinaabe culture, languages and religion. She helped to pass the Native American Languages Act of 1990. She also marched to Washington on "The Longest Walk" and helped to get the American Indian Religious Freedom Act of 1978 passed. She was a proud Ojibwe, Potawatomi, Odawa and Midewin woman of the Eagle Clan. Her great loves were her grandchildren, pow wows, the Red Wings and her alma mater, Lansing Eastern High School Class of '59. She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Judith Pamp; brother, Charles Mouz Pamp; niece, Shiloh Soney Alvis. Surviving to cherish her memory are her daughter, Bedahbin Webkamigad; sons, Anung and Mang Webkamigad and Morgan Pope; grandchildren, Zhaawosh, Bess and Ewaaseset Bardy and Ian Pope; nehews, Miengun (Melissa) Auzhibek and Che Pamp; brothers, Paul (Valorie) Johnson and Terry (Tari) Wareham; and many other beloved relatives. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday May 29, 2015 at Dhammasala Forest Monastery-Buddhist Temple, 14780 Beardslee, Perry, MI. The family will receive friends from 4:00~6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 27, 2015 at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, 900 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing, MI. The Interment will take place at Athens Indian Mission Cemetery at Pine Creek Indian Reservation, Athens Township, Michigan. For those desiring, contributions may be made in memory of B Joan to Childrens Miracle Network c/o Sparrow Hospital, PO Box 30480, Lansing, MI 48909. The family is being served by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Lansing Chapel. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family at www.grlansing.com.

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May 29, 2015

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May 28, 2015

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May 28, 2015

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Jeff Martin

May 29, 2015

Remembering and Loving Joan. Our thoughts are with Morgan, Bedahbin, Anung, Mang and all of their children and also to all of Joan's loved nieces and nephews and family members. Sincerely and with love, The Northern Martins, Jeff, Shannon and family.

William Johnson

May 28, 2015

I have fond memories of building a ceremonial teaching lodge with Joan, Mang and Anung in the rain at the Ziibiwing Center. We were all very proud of her when she showed up at the Hanta Po: All of You Out of My Way forum in her AIM jacket. May the Creator bless the Webkamigad family always.

May 28, 2015

Sending my deepest prayers and thoughts to the family. Joan knew and worked with my mom, Esther Shawboose Mays, Indian rights activist and dad, Isiah "Bob" Mays, state-appointed Minority Housing authority (Gov. Blanchard) in her many years of service in Indian country. Her dedication to Native rights, passion for equity, championship, and kindness were always the centerpiece of any conversation concerning her. Her efforts and lifetime accomplishments have resulted in the attainment of higher levels of social equity which will have a lasting impact for us all, into the future generations. Miigwech Joan, for being that light of promise and proof in the lives of so many. Your impactful, selfless living is forever etched upon our hearts and in history! With love, honor and esteem...S. Cole & family -(Isiah & Esther Mays Family)

Cynthia Theusch

May 28, 2015

My condolences to you on the passing of your dear one. I had the privilege to work with (and near) Joan for a few years. She was a wonderful woman and a great person to know. May your hearts be filled with wonderful and fond memories of her.

Cynthia Theusch

Esther (Mays) Helms

May 28, 2015

So sorry for your loss.

Michael Smith

May 28, 2015

Joan along with her son Morgan taught me a lot about the Indian culture and the many ways of her people. I was naive of the Indian ways and learned a lot from her growing up. She will be missed. We all called her mom and she was an inspiration to our young molding minds. Swift journey Momma Joan. lots of love from North Carolina.

Roger Trayer

May 28, 2015

My condolences to the Webkamigad family.

Roger Trayer

May 27, 2015

My condolences to the Webkamigad family.

Anita Heard

May 27, 2015

I am sorry for your loss of such a beautiful family member. She taught me so much, she will live on in stories and memory. Safe journey Auntie.

Jeff Sprague

May 27, 2015

Joan was a valuable inspiration to the Ziibiwing Cultural Society Board of Directors. She kept us grounded in traditional cultural values. We learned much from her.

May 27, 2015

Miigwech, Gitche Manidoo for the bimaadiziwin of our sister.

LOIS DOCKERY

May 27, 2015

Amiigwetch Joanie for your dedication to the language and education, and for welcoming me to the circle, it was an honor to dance and sing beside you. Your children and grandchildren will carry on the blessings you brought by your love and guidance, bama pii, peace be to all.

May 27, 2015

"Condolences to the family from Walter & Jean Mishibinijima, Wikwemikong, Ontario CANADA

May 27, 2015

On behalf of Eastern High School's Class of 1959, our sincere condolences in this time of sorrow.

EHS Class of '59
Reunion Committee

May 27, 2015

Prayers to Morgan, Bedahbin, Anung and Maang. Your mom Joan was such a beautiful lady who walked the earth so graciously. Her smile would light up any room. Sandra Peltier, Wikwemikong, Ontario.

May 27, 2015

Sending out my Condolences to the family from Wikwemikong, ON..Robin A. Peltier ( Myles Sr Webkamigads daughter)

Marilyn Debassige

May 27, 2015

Sending our confolences to the family and she left a legacy in her grandchildren from Marilyn Debassige, Mchigeeng, Ontario Canada

Lucy La Hurreau

May 27, 2015

My heart grieves for this loss to our community, and for the family's loss. Keeping you all in my prayers. Lucy (M'kwatakwabit Wasewaikwa) La Hurreau.

Marty Reinhardt

May 26, 2015

So sorry to hear about Joan. I remember when I first met her when I got back from the Army in 1990. She was a great Anishinaabe-kwe. I will keep you all in my prayers.

May 26, 2015

Condolences to the family from Wilfred and Marie R. Trudeau, Wikwemikong, Ontario CANADA

May 26, 2015

Our prayers are with all of you during this time of sorrow.
Cindy Beckhorn and Waabzhkiinangwegan Osawamick

May 26, 2015

Sending much love and heartfelt condolences to my precious family. My heart breaks for you. Catherine (John) Crowley and family.

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