Late Douglas Big George " Migizi"
Sadly the family announces the passing of Douglas Big George, 59 of Winnipeg, MB and formerly of Big Island First Nation, Morson, ON, on July 24, 2016.
Douglas was born in Rainy River, Ontario on June 22, 1957 to Mike and Jane Big George. He was raised in Big Island First Nation along with his siblings Melvin, Kenneth, Margaret, Fred, Alex and Thomas. In his younger years he worked as a guide and was an avid outdoors man enjoying fishing and hunting.
He will be greatly missed by his many nieces, nephews and friends.
A traditional service was held on Sunday July 31, 2016 at 10 a.m. from the Big Island First Nation community hall followed by interment in Big Island First Nation Cemetery. Elder Gilbert Smith officiating.
Pall Bearers were Fred Copenace, John Copenace, Marshall Morrison, Daniel Andy, Danier Andy and Ron Mathews
Online condolences may be offered at www.northridgefuneralhome.com