Sharon Merle Kristovich, a woman of deep kindness, generosity, and selflessness, passed away on her 83rd birthday, Sunday, November 24, 2024. She was born Sharon Jung in Bethel, Alaska, to Henry and Gladys Jung, the […]
We extend our heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, and community mourning the loss of Edward Adams, Sr., a beloved Traditional Chief. His leadership, wisdom, and commitment to preserving cultural traditions will be remembered and […]
Katie Kakgailnguq Curtis, born June 24th, 1952 to November 22, 2024. Katie Kakgailnguq Curtis, is preceded by her late parents, Phillip Nurataaq and Maria Cupugniralria Moses, her late paternal grandparents Angalgaq and Nalugaralria Moses, maternal […]
Leonard Ingamulria Augustine Sr., 74, was born March 6th, 1950, to Willie and Eugenia Augustine at his ancestral home, Nunaqerraaq, AK, in the Black River area. He was the second son of nine children. Leonard […]
The sun set for William Robert Kristovich, Sr. on November 12, 2024, after 91 years of life. Known as Bill to most and Billy by his family, he lived a rich and rewarding life. Born […]
Kyle Jacob “Qass’uq Beebe was born on March 19, 1997 in Bethel, Alaska to Wassillie C. and Helena Beebe. Qass’uq enjoyed going out to the wilderness to provide for his family by hunting in the […]
Ella Mary Qanganaq Guest was born in Bethel on July 10, 1985 to Moses and Emma Guest. She was baptized in Kasigluk and her godmother is Maria Nicholas. Ella was raised in Quinhagak where she […]
On September 26, 2024, Mary Alice (Demientieff) Nerby passed away peacefully in her sleep at the age of 96. Alice was born in Holy Cross, on April 5th 1928 to Eluska and Frances Demientieff. When […]
Catherine Anne Dick ‘Ilisaq’ was born in Bethel, Alaska to Edward and Eliza Sallison on February 13, 1943. Cathy was one of 12 children. She passed away peacefully at her home in Unalakleet on September […]
Pamela Angela Mae Cook “Aluviilnguq”, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend was born on July 11, 1983. She grew up primarily in Alakanuk, Alaska. Pamela had an extremely playful jokester personality. She had a […]
Carol Ann Peters was born on July 14, 1956 to Catherine Peters and Kenneth Dahl in Tanana, Alaska. Shortly after, her mother Catherine permanently settled in Bethel with her family, including Carol. Carol grew up […]
Isaac Qerrataralria Kalistook was born to Agnes Anglluralria Dock and Benjamin Kaligtuk (Kalistook) in the old village of Cicing between Kipnuk and Chefornak on September 7, 1936. He lived a traditional lifestyle, kayaking in the […]
Annie Nelson “Amarr” was born at Kinaq to Uliggaq and Bessie. Her father died from an illness when she was a small child. When her mom was arranged to marry Amyagalria the families decided for […]
Mildred Ethel Short, known as Millie, passed away peacefully in her home on September 28, 2023 in Anchorage, Alaska, surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on May 19, 1942 in Moses Point, Alaska […]
Elias Leo Kelly was born on November 8, 1963, to Norman and Mary Kelly in Bethel, Alaska. His Yup’ik name is Allgiq, Caal Holt. Nicknames were “Chief” and “Jaborski.” Leo grew up in Pilot Station, […]
Roy Andrew Peratrovich Jr. – Yeil-Naawu – son of renowned civil rights activists Elizabeth and Roy Peratrovich Sr., passed away on Nov. 26, 2023, in Gig Harbor, Wash. A member of the Tlingit Nation, Roy […]
Mom, Mary Helen Paniyak, Paniyagaq. Born March 21, 1945 in Qissunaq. She used to tell the story of when she was born. She’d say she was born during the flu. The elders told her mom […]
Ruth Wavichuk Nilsson, “Qiaviar,” passed on November 19, 2023 at her daughter’s home in Anchorage, Alaska. She was born March 29, 1950 near Kwethluk, Alaska to “Tan’gurraq” Alfred Nicolai and “Qessailnguq” Balassia (Toguyak) Nicolai. Ruth […]
Mari (Beach) Yates Auxier, 74, passed away unexpectedly on Oct. 31, 2023 at home. Please join us for a celebration of Mari’s life 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 7, at the Kenai Performer’s Performing Arts Center […]
Anita was born to Eddie and Palagia (Tengmeak) Hoffman on June 26, 1936 at the Old Little Mountain Village site on the Kuskokwim. During the winter of 1938, while Eddie was working at the Nyac […]
by Tim McKeever On behalf of the Ted Stevens Foundation, November 18, 2023 will be the 100th Anniversary of the birth of Senator Ted Stevens. Stevens was born in Indiana and grew up there and […]
Former Board Chair, Military Veteran Served the Y-K Region for Decades. With great sadness, Calista Corporation announces the passing of Board Secretary and former Chair Robert L. Beans on Saturday, Oct. 7. Calista Shareholders elected […]
Who is Bob Aloysius? His words could be harsh. His voice loud. Many heard their first swear words from him. Often you’d hear his booming voice, he could weave a creative string of every imaginable […]
Jimmie L. Sparrow age 76 of Rockford, IL and formerly of Baraboo, WI and Wisconsin Dells, WI peacefully passed away at home surrounded by his loving family on Friday, September 1, 2023 following an extended […]
Ronald William Whittom, 80 years old passed away on April 3, 2023 while under Hospice Care at his home in Newport, Washington. Ron spent his childhood in California, Idaho and Texas. He graduated from High […]
Richard Howard “Angutqaiaq” Westdahl was born October 3rd, 1954 to the late Frank and Fannie Westdahl. He was raised by his late grandparents Willie and Elena Sallison. Richard was married to his lifelong friend, Bessie […]
Andrew Gusty Sr. passed away peacefully at the Alaska Native Medical Center in Anchorage, AK on June 8, 2023. He was 83. Andrew was born September 28, 1939 at the Old Place near Stony River, […]
Albert U. Atchak was born on February 22, 1988 at Bethel, Alaska to Stan M. & Betty Atchak. We were excited for his birth to our family and enjoyed every minute of it while he […]
Tyrrel Walter Aloralrea was born on May 26, 1980 to Gregory and Bessie Aloralrea at 6:09pm. He was born on Memorial Day and given a layette in honor of Butch Laraux. Tyrrel graduated from Chevak […]
Anna Lee Guinn was born on July 17, 1970 to John Guinn and Margaret “Tootsie” Guinn in Bethel, Alaska. She passed away peacefully on May 3, 2023. Anna graduated from Bethel Regional High School in […]
Donald “Sompy” Elliott, age 88, passed away in Palmer, Alaska on May 2, 2023. He was born in Florence, Arizona and raised by a single mom in the post-depression era. His fond childhood memories included […]
Constance Black, known as Connie, was born to Evon Tsekelaralrea and Clara Tsingarkak and given to their daughter Susie Chanigkak and her husband George Chanigkak on about July 19, 1932. Susie and her sister Julia […]
Jeffrey Lee Hoffman “Maarraaq” was born on May 22, 1971 to Nastasia Nick and Robert Hoffman. Jeff was born in Bethel and raised in Nunapitchuk with his late maternal grandparents Nick Upay’aq and Elena Nick. […]
The Langlie & Starr Family would like to say Quyana to those who helped out with Mike Langlie’s passing. Quyana to the Lumber Yard Family: Gonders & May Hoffman, Earlene Harding, Charles Herron, Gilbert Alirkar, […]
Basil Andrew Roczicka was born August 14, 1980 in Bethel, Alaska. His parents, Gregory and Josephine Roczicka, raised him in Bethel, and taught him hunting, fishing and living the subsistence lifestyle of many Alaskans. Basil […]
Breath of Life, April 12, 1937, ~ February 3, 2022, Eternal Life PROVERBS 3:1-7 My son, do not forget my teaching, but keep my commands in your heart, for they will prolong your life many […]
Nina passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on February 20th, 2023 at 1:54 PM. Nina James was born on March 1st, 1934 to the late Ickeley and Irusqanaq Paulina Charles. She then married the […]
Anuska Cingliaq Nanalook, 90, passed peacefully surrounded by family on Friday, January 13, 2023. She was born around October 24, 1932, in Togiak to Cuyiiq and Angilan as the youngest of seven. She moved to […]
Lifelong Alaskan resident Joerene Maria Hout passed away on November 25, 2022, at the age of 88. Joerene was born on February 21, 1934, in Douglas, Alaska to Walter and Gladys (Green) Savikko. She was […]
Mary N. Evon was born in Bethel, AK, to the late Henry and Annie Nansen on July 28, 1929. She died peacefully at home with her children by her side on October 4, 2022. She […]
June 12, 1951-January 15, 2023 Moe was born on June 12, 1951 to John Toopetlook Sr. and Helena Azzerella of Nunapitchuk. Moe was survived by his wife Martha of 47 years, together with their children; […]
Doris W Bonilla, 88, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Tuesday November 29. She was a child of Carlton and Marie Wehunt of Joanna, SC. She is survived by […]
Jason Lance Knight, age 35, passed away Tuesday, December 13, 2022 at his home on Pates Hill Rd. He enjoyed hunting and anything outdoors. He will always be missed and loved forever. Jason is survived […]
Bryan Allen Schwartz of Springfield, Missouri born to Robert and Ella (Allen) Schwartz, June 19, 1960, in Granite City Illinois passed away on Sunday, October 16, 2022, in Cordova Alaska, leaving 62 years of memories […]
Georgiann Merumalria Thompson Kannenberg, the daughter of Anna David and James Roland (JR) Thompson was born on October 10, 1971 in Bethel, Alaska. Georgiann passed away at the age of 50 on April 26, 2022 […]
Laura Angela Kylook, 90, of Bethel, peacefully died on July 25, 2022 with her children by her side. She was born on May 17, 1932 at Fish Village, AK to Xavier Afcan and Clara (Phillip) […]
Jerome “Jerry” Rogauskas, born September 22th, 1945 in Pottsville, Pennsylvania, passed away on Sunday, August 7th, 2022, in Lincoln City, Oregon. He is proceeded in death by his father, Frank Rogauskas, and his mother, Anna […]
Billy Norbert Westlock, lovingly named after Aupalria & Aurralria, was born in Bethel on November 20, 1972 to Gordon Sr. and Nora Westlock. He entered Eternal Life on July 4, 2022. Billy was well-known to […]
Loving wife, mother and grandmother, Donna J. Chris, 79, passed away peacefully July 28, 2022, at her home in Big Lake, Alaska. Donna was born May 19, 1943, in Queens, NY, to Edwin and Helen […]
In the beginning God created the Heavens and the Earth, Amen. Then the Lord God formed man from the dust of the ground and breathed into his nostril the breath of life, and then man […]
In memory of Bea Kristovich, whose journey on this earth ended June 2, 2022, we would like to share this poem with you. She will forever be in our hearts, and while we miss her […]
After a long battle with cancer, Peter John Ebertz joined our Lord in Heaven on May 22nd, 2022, surrounded by loving prayers and hymns from his children, and siblings. Peter (Pete) was born October 26, […]
Mary Mellick, aged 90, passed away on October 20, 2021, in Anchorage. Mary was born February 22, 1931, in Nogamut, a now-abandoned settlement on the Holitna River. Raised in Sleetmute, Mary was the eldest of […]
The AVCP Executive Board and Staff offer condolences to the immediate and extended family of Bea Kristovich. Bea was born in Napaimute and lived most of her life in Bethel. She was a leader for […]
Laverne Howard Shimanek, 88, peacefully passed on to His Savior Jesus, on May 11, 2022, at UC Davis Medical Center in Sacramento, California. His devotion to family and expressive faith in God were the hallmarks […]
Donald Lee Fancher was born in Bethel, Alaska, on January 30, 1955 to Elizabeth Wassilie and Edward Giarraputo. He was later adopted by Maxwell and Gladys Fancher. Don grew up in Bethel, Alaska, and attended […]
Retired Major William “Bill” Hately Sr., 83, passed away at home amongst family and friends after a long battle with chronic illnesses. He was born April 29, 1938, in Bethel, Alaska to Katherine (nee Thomas) […]
On February 16, 2022, Harold Edward Garrison Jr. “Pete”, loving husband, father, brother, uncle, friend, and grandfather, passed away peacefully in Anchorage, Alaska after a long courageous battle against metastatic colon cancer while surrounded by […]
Third-generation Alaskan, banker and philanthropist Edward Bernard Rasmuson died on Tuesday, Jan. 4, 2022, at his home in Anchorage, Alaska. He succumbed to a particularly vicious brain cancer, following a year of treatment. He was […]
Captain Steve Hoffmans Last Log Entry Captain Stephan (Steve) Merrill Hoffman passed away on December 20 at the age of 62. He was born in Bethel, Alaska on June 4, 1959. Steve was 6th in […]
Mary “Aassten” (Menegak) Chikoyak, 79, passed away Saturday, December 4, 2021, at the Alaska Native Medical Center. On Friday, December 10, 2021, her funeral service was held at Our Lady of the Angels Catholic Church […]
Henry E. Ivanoff passed away in the comforts of his home in Mekoryuk. He was born to Caroline Jones and Mischa Ivanoff at Nash Harbor on Nunivak Island on February 10, 1935. Following the passing […]
James Angalgaq Nicholai was born on June 27, 1942, in Nalqigliq near Luumarvik to Qakvaralria Charlie and Culuk’aq Julia Nicholai. He grew up with his brothers Andrew Nicholai Sr., John Nicholai Sr., Peter Nicholai, Henry […]
Thomas Michael Sharkey passed away on November 2, 2021. All Souls’ Day, surrounded by his brothers and wife of 31 years, Geraldine Sharkey. Tom was born September 20, 1954 in Oceanside, California to Eugene & […]
Anchorage resident Jean Hull, 79, died Oct. 12, 2021, at her home with family and hospice caregivers by her side. Visitation will be held Oct. 27, 2021 at Legacy Funeral Homes at 1707 South Bragaw […]
Patrick Pete Minock, a highly respected Yup’ik artist, passed away peacefully at home, on September 18, 2021. A viewing will be held Tuesday at 2 PM at the Legacy funeral home. 1707 Bragaw Street, Anchorage, […]
Today, we celebrate the life of Romana “Gail” Phillips. Gail fought courageously but lost her ultimate re-election to the rigors of cancer on March 25, 2021. She passed peacefully surrounded by family, friends, and messages […]
Gloria Ann Fitka was born to the late Willie Fitka Sr. and Lorraine Fitka on Sept. 23, 1953 in Mt. Edgecumbe. She was raised in Marshall along with her parents, siblings and the rest of […]
Mother, daughter, granddaughter, sister, aunt and nice to many, and friend and cousin to all – Jamie Martha Ann Brink, Cangarraq, was born August 11, 1987 to William and Marvella Brink. She was a devoted […]
Mr. Joseph Aurr Coolidge Sr., born to Calvin K. Coolidge and Sophie K. Coolidge (Mezak) on April 22, 1941, in a remote subsistence campsite named Quuyacaur (translated as the narrow part of the river) painted […]
by Ned Rozell Neal Brown has died. The former leader of Poker Flat Research Range and the smiling, suspender-wearing man remembered by many Alaska kids was 82 years old. Born in Idaho, Brown grew up […]
George B. Nevak worked as a maintenance man with B.I.A. and L.K.S.D. for many years in Toksook Bay and retired after 30+ years. Each of his children had fond memories of him that are dear […]
Alaska Native Michael Wassilie, 80, passed away Thursday, June 3, 2021 at his home in Kenai. Funeral services will be held at St. Agaphia Orthodox Church in Tuntutuliak. Pallbearers will be Michael Wassilie , Jr., […]
Born in the steel mill town of Weirton, West Virginia, Deborah Lee Sadler was raised by her grandparents Harold and Martha Leuthke. Despite the black soot commonly raining down from the stacks of nearby blast […]
Jack Lee “Caavialuq” Hopstad was born in Platinum, Alaska on August 24, 1951 to Olaf and Mildred Hopstad, and entered into eternal life May 7, 2021. Jack’s parents met in Bethel and married in 1951, […]
Nate Scott Hoffman the only son born to Carolyn Moses & Eric Hoffman. Gracing his family w/ his presence on April 30, 1984. Nate passed away unexpectedly w/ his family at his side on December […]
Anthony E. Peterson was born in old Andreafsky January 23, 1947 to George Peterson and his Mother Mary Nayamin Peterson. The Lord called him home on December 18, 2020. When his parents died, he went […]
Martha Clara Chiklak, Yup’ik name “Apuren” but known as Panik, was born to Mary Emmanual and Charlie Peterson on November 12, 1941 at Owl Village. She was raised by Charlie and Lucinda Peterson. Lord called […]
When John Sackett was just 4 years old, he listened to a man scream in pain for three days before dying. The man needed a catheter. None was available in their remote village, Cutoff, on […]
Nancy Lee Haney passed peacefully with her husband at her side on Monday, Feb. 22, 2021 at Providence Alaska Medical Center, from an inoperable internal hemorrhage. Her Alaska Celebration of Life will take place at […]
Genevieve “Beaver” Brothers was born on Thursday, February 17, 1966 in Bethel, Alaska to Ruth and Elias Venes, and was the 8th of 10 daughters. Genevieve was a graduate of Bethel Regional High Scool, class […]
Father Charles Jon (Chuck) Peterson, SJ, 82, pastoral minister to Native peoples in Alaska and the Pacific Northwest, died December 24, 2020, in San Jose, California, of complications of Covid-19. Fr. Peterson was born November […]
Charlotte Jascinta Yuulliir Phillip, 85, lovingly known to her younger siblings, cousins, and sibling-in-laws as Al’aq, meaning eldest sister in Yup’ik, lived at Alakanuk, AK and passed away at ANMC hospital, Anchorage, AK on December […]
Frank “Ungus’aq” Temple, 75, was born on September 24th, 1945 to Henry and Alma Temple in Napakiak, Alaska and passed away at his home in Bethel, Alaska surrounded by family and loved ones on January […]
Evelyn Tutu’tuaq Pete Elliott was born November 6, 1940 to William and Cecilia Pete, in Bethel. A fluent Yup’ik speaker, she attended elementary at Holy Cross Mission, where she helped nuns and priests communicate with […]
Alaska’s oldest military veteran and Kenai resident Hallie Odessa (Williams) Dixon, 104, passed away Monday, Dec. 28, 2020 at her daughter and son-in-law’s home in Kenai. A viewing was held from 1-2 p.m. Friday, Jan. […]
Harry George Peterson passed away peacefully on November 29, 2020 in Anchorage, Alaska virtually surrounded with family members sharing prayers, music, encouragement and loving words. He was born to Charlie Peterson and Julia Ann Peterson […]
by UA Interim President Pat Pitney It is with great sadness that I recognize the passing of one of the university’s own, Professor Emeritus Dr. Terrence Cole who passed away Saturday, Dec. 12. The entire […]
Bavilla Merritt of Goodnews Bay passed peacefully in his home on December 6, 2020. He was born on January 23, 1939. Bavilla married Annie Merritt, his girls were Carolyn, Karin and husband Tucker Evans, Sharon, […]
by Ned Rozell “On winter mornings, just as the sun’s uncertain light slopes across the Tanana Flats, ravens fly over my log cabin on their daily commute to town. Perhaps, like me, they would prefer […]
Alaska has lost one of her great leaders. State Senator Jalmar M. “Jay” Kerttula died Friday, Nov. 13, 2020, in Juneau, a man whose dedication to Alaskans and the land has been unwavering. Sen. Kerttula […]
by Ned Rozell Will Harrison, who knew the world’s bumpy plains of ice as well as his old neighborhood in Saint John, New Brunswick, has died. He was 84. From his arrival at the Geophysical […]
Reverend Irvin Baxter, Jr. died Tuesday after complications from Covid-19. He was 75. Rev. Baxter was a United Pentecostal Church minister, radio and television host, evangelist, author, and biblical scholar who hosted the internationally syndicated […]
Marie Riley was the Eldest daughter of Paul and Sophie Guy. She was born on July 25, 1960 and passed away on October 31, 2020. Marie was blessed to live 60 years. Marie had a […]
David Michael Verlinich, 67, died on September 27, 2020 in Clinton Township, Michigan. A gathering to share stories and memories will be held in Alaska next summer. Dave is survived by his daughters, Emily Jan […]
Thank you all for your kindness and for comforting us during the loss of our beloved Priscilla Rachael Chris. She was our daughter, mother, sister, aunt, cousin, and friend. We, the family of Priscilla would […]
If you talk to any of her eight surviving children, their spouses, twenty-five grandchildren, twenty-four greats, all the nieces, nephews, and cousins, they will tell you this small woman Maria Moses known as Cup’aq welcomed […]
Dr. George Paul Charles – Kanaqlak George Paul Charles was born on at Punugtali Nelson Island, Alaska on 2/13/1941. He passed away peacefully in his sleep on 9/8/2020 in Bethel Alaska. George was born to […]
Qimagag’er was a loved daughter, sister, niece, cousin, mother, grandmother, a great grandmother, a partner, and a friend. She passed away peacefully with loved ones by her side. Qimaga’er was born to Walter & Nona […]
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