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Edwin Morse Obituary
He leaves his present wife, Betty Morning Sun; daughters, Lucyann Loving One Swenson, Ruth Little Star; and a son, Edwin Chief Red Fox, who will now reign as Chief. He leaves three step daughters, Wanda Lightfoot Roy, Marsha and Shelley. He leaves 5 sisters, Edith Half Moon Hopewell, Gloria Whispering Brook Hopewell, Shirley Harvest Moon Kibbie, Glenda Whispering Wind Mansker and Carole Little Feather Phillips; 28 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren, many cousins, nieces and nephews.
Chief Wise Owl wrote 3 books on the Algonquin language, traditions, and legends. He taught the language as well as cooking traditional foods and making traditional regalia for tribal members.
He was one of the original writers of the petition for Federal recongnition for his tribe and a spokesman for his people.
He was a leader, a teacher, an uncle, a dad, a papa, a friend and will be sadly missed. Calling hours Tuesday Feb. 9 in Bartel Funeral Home, 33 Schofield Ave., Dudley from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m with opening prayers at 2:15 and 7:15 p.m. In lieu of flowers those are welcome to send a donation to Loving One for ongoing projects. Att. Loving One, 20 Singletary Ave., Sutton, MA 01590.
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Memories and Condolences
for Edwin Morse
Rene Walker
March 5, 2010
My heart is heavy today i have just received the news, I have fond/happy memories at Chaubunagungamaug, Im so sorry I am not there to lend my arms and hands in a loving hug. Be strong sisters and brother.
Rene - Weeping Willow- Walker
February 24, 2010
Loving One, Ricky and families. I am so sorry for your pain. I wanted to be there but didn't have transportation. Loving One, I remember when your father and Chief Spot started the language school in RI. I wanted to go so badly but it was too far by the time I got out of work. Ricky I don't think you were born yet. Your mother was sooo pretty and I admired her smile. I wanted to look like her with those pretty eyes.
Now time has past and both Chiefs are gone. I am glad the language still goes on. Well I better end, I'm going on and on. There is a lot of history with your family and I am proud to say I knew this great man.
xxooxx Nancy Bright Sky
February 22, 2010
May he have a swift journey to our creator. condolences to all the family
Pat Brown Brygier
Pastor John White
February 11, 2010
Chief Wise Owl was a very good man. I was deeply honored to have him speak and pray at my ordination at The First Congregational Church of Dudley in 1997, then to co-officiate his wedding in 2001. Although not federally recognized, he lives on as the man he has always been... a Chaubunagungamaug Nipmuck Indian. Chief Wise Owl, you, your beautiful family and all your people are held in the collective heart and prayer of all our church family and friends... as we have walked a spiritual path of connection since 1732. We pray to the Great Spirit for peace, now and always.
Little Doe
February 11, 2010
I didn't really know you well but over the years people I knew or worked with spoke about your welcoming spirit. My favorite story is a Polish guy I worked with in E. Douglas back in 1988 said he was Nipmuc, too. I said that is wonderful are we related? The Polish older gentle men told me no, I'm 100% Polish but officially made a card carrying member of the Webster Nipmuck's! The man pulled out his card with a smile and said "everyone is welcome into the tribe"!
Debra C
February 10, 2010
My condolences to Lucyann Loving One, and her family. My thoughts are with you and yours. Debbie C.
Great Oak- Oak Spirit Drum
February 10, 2010
GREAT SPIRIT GREAT SPIRIT HEAR ME
I STAND BEFORE YOU.
I PRAY FOR MY PEOPLE EACH DAY.
TO-DAY I PRAY FOR ONE OF OUR
DEPARTED
MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE
SHOW THIS SOUL THE WAY TO BE
PEACEFUL
SHOW THIS SOUL EVERLASTING LIFE.
AS ALWAYS WE WHO WALK THE EARTH
ASK FOR ANOTHER JUDGEMENT FROM OUR GREAT CREATOR.
OPEN THE DOORS TO HEAVEN FOR THIS SOUL. THANKYOU I THANK YOU
I HAVE SPOKEN
BURIAL PRAYER FROM SNAPPING TURTLE
February 10, 2010
Aunt Betty, Wanda, Shelley and Marsha, Sorry to hear of your loss. We will keep you all in our prayers.
Love, Jimmy and Cathy(Lima)Perkins
Gloria Lewicki
February 10, 2010
Uncle Sonny, we will all miss you so very much! Your Spirit will always be with us! I Love You!
Gloria, Frank and Brooklyn
February 10, 2010
uncle sonny you will be missed by many,rest in peace whitebear ralph walley
February 9, 2010
Condolences to the family of Chief Wise Owl. Through you his spirit will continue to live on. Valerie Winslow, Spencer, MA
Russ Lekas
February 9, 2010
Uncle, you will be deaply missed by all. We love you and to your family, our deepest condolences and prayers are with you. Rusty, Nick & Phyllis Lekas
Lee Rosario
February 9, 2010
We're saddened to hear of Pa's passing. We love you Uncle Moose, Melissa & Edwin! You're all in our thoughts & prayers.
Love Lee & Andrew
mary calabrese
February 9, 2010
I send my prayers to the family ,im sure he will be greatly missed .
Allison Hopewell
February 9, 2010
Uncle Sonny,
You will be missed by many. You have brought great joy to many peoples lives & will most definitely be remember by all. Love & miss you!
Love Always,
Bright One
Denise
February 9, 2010
It is a sad day for the Nipmuck People and those who knew him he was a great man and well liked he will b sadly missed
Jude Fitch
February 9, 2010
Warm blessings to the family of a great man, whose passing will effect us all deeply. I feel honored to have known him.
February 9, 2010
You are in our thoughts and prayers. Chief Wise Owl officiated at our wedding and performed naming ceremonies for both of our daughters. We have fond memories of such a kind, caring and gentle man. With love, condolences and respect,
Sonia, Rick, Adsila "Blossom Flower", and Tala "Summer Sky" Schonning
Janice Day
February 9, 2010
Edie, Tanya and family,
I was so sad to hear of this.
You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Jim Willis
February 9, 2010
I offer my condolences to Chief Wise Owl's family. May Chief Wise Owl soar on the wings of the eagle.
February 9, 2010
chief wise owl was my neighbor , he will be missed by all that loved him. my sorrow goes out to his son edwin jr. and his wife betty. sincerely,monica morse
Sharon Preussel
February 9, 2010
My hear was saddened to hear about the going of Chief Wise Owl. My prayers will be with all of Chief Wise Owl's family at this time of sadness. He did a marvelous job. Now he will be resting in the "HAPPY HUNTING GROUNDS".
George Redmond
February 9, 2010
Dear Cousins,
I am so sadden to read of your Dad's passing. He was a wonderful person and a fine man. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Respectfully,
Spike Redmond
Michael Kazlauskas
February 9, 2010
My thoughts and Prayers go out to the family of Chief Wise Owl.
Mike Little Wolf Kazlauskas
Loretta Hall
February 9, 2010
I am deeply saddened on the loss of our great Chief. I am glad fro the memories I have of him. I had many wonderful times at the pow wows. He is with the Great Sprite in the Sky now watching over all of us. Rest in peace my dear friend.
Running Horse
Anne Shea
February 9, 2010
Wanda, You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. I know how much "PaPa" meant to you and how much you will miss him. He will live on forever in your hearts.
February 9, 2010
Thank you Chief for all you have done for the native community, especially for providing a place to gather for ceremony and celebration. Gentle Hawk, Butterfly Woman and your brothers and sisters from the Worcester Inter-Tribal Indian Center. Safe Journey
February 9, 2010
I offer my condolences to Chief Wise Owl's family and friends. He was a great inspiration as I worked on developing the New England Science Center's exhibit, "Native Americans in Harmony with Nature." Wise Owl will be sorely missed.
Genevieve Fraser
Orange, MA
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