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Obituaries Charles Loren Whelen Charles Loren Whelan(Chuck), 5, passed away Wednesday, August 25th, 010 in a Swain County Hospital after a period <strong>of</strong> declining health. A native <strong>of</strong> Gibon Co, IN, He was the son <strong>of</strong> the late harles and Ruth Gibson Whelan. He was US Navy Veteran having served during he Vietnam War. He is survived by his companion, ouise Maney; Brothers William Whelan f Wadesville, IN, Lonnie Whelan <strong>of</strong> Indinapolis, IN; one sister Lois Johnston <strong>of</strong> t. Vernon, IN; one Aunt, Mary Fisher <strong>of</strong> vansville, IN and several cousins; nieces; ephews; and special friends Louise aney and Rosa Maney <strong>of</strong> <strong>Cherokee</strong> and enny Maney Wilson and family <strong>of</strong> ranklin, and his loving pet Gili. Charles’s wishes were to be created and no services will be held. The family will receive friends at nytime at 381 Carringer St. In lieu <strong>of</strong> flowers, donations may be made to the family to help with final expenses. An online register is available at www.crispfuneralhome.org NEWS ka-no-he-da Donald E. Crowe Donald E. Crowe, 62, <strong>of</strong> the Wolfetown Community went home to be with the Lord Friday, August 27, <strong>2010</strong> at his residence. A native <strong>of</strong> <strong>Cherokee</strong>, he was the son <strong>of</strong> the late Davis George and Betty Crowe George. He was retired with Qualla Housing as a truck driver with over 20 years <strong>of</strong> service. He was preceded in death by his wife, Edith Crowe; and brother, Sonny Crowe. He is survived by two sons, Donavon (Dodie) Crowe and wife Pamela <strong>of</strong> <strong>Cherokee</strong>, Rodney Panther <strong>of</strong> <strong>Cherokee</strong>; three step children, Daisey Crowe <strong>of</strong> <strong>Cherokee</strong>, Dallas and Donovan Dean Crowe <strong>of</strong> <strong>Cherokee</strong>; 11 grandchildren; two great grandchildren; four sisters, Katherine Verran <strong>of</strong> Grapevine, TX, Donnette Lossiah <strong>of</strong> <strong>Cherokee</strong>, Arbrey Bigmeat <strong>of</strong> <strong>Cherokee</strong>, Glenda Crowe <strong>of</strong> <strong>Cherokee</strong>; and one brother, Charles (Inky) Crowe <strong>of</strong> Morganton. Funeral services were held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday at Old Antioch Missionary Baptist Church <strong>of</strong> which he was a member. Revs. Denny Crowe and Danny Little <strong>of</strong>ficiated with burial in the Bradley Cemetery. YELLOWHILL SCHOOL BOARD CANDIDATE KEITH SNEED After graduating from Chilocco Indian High School in Oklahoma, I was drafted into the United States Army in 1968. I’m very proud to say that I am a Veteran <strong>of</strong> the Vietnam War. I returned to North Carolina and got my Associates Degree in Forest Products Technology from Haywood Technical College. I then continued my education at Western Carolina University and received my Bachelor’s Degree in Education in 1978. I’m very pleased to be working at the Cooperative Extension Center in <strong>Cherokee</strong> where I’m able to put my skills to use. I have lived most <strong>of</strong> my adult life in the Yellowhill community. I am qualified to be your school board representative. I will strive to meet with members <strong>of</strong> the communities to discuss ideas they may have to make our SCHOOLS and communities work better. Please contact me directly if you have any questions, 828-497-2888, or email danielksneed@hotmail.com - I would appreciate your vote and your support. Political Ad paid for by the candidate 9/2 25th Homecoming <strong>Sept</strong>ember 25 Living Waters Lutheran Church 30 Locust Rd Everyone is Invited The 4th Annual Conference for American Indian Women <strong>of</strong> Proud Nations (AIWPN) <strong>Sept</strong>ember 16-17, <strong>2010</strong> Harrahs' <strong>Cherokee</strong> Hotel 777 Casino Drive, <strong>Cherokee</strong>, NC 28719 (828) 497-7777 “Nurturing and Empowering Our Communities through Leadership” www.aiwpn.org/ The conference will convene on Thursday morning at 8:30 am. Thursday evening, the conference will host a banquet to honor women who have contributed to promoting leadership and service in their tribes and communities. The keynote speaker for the banquet is former Principal Chief and current <strong>Cherokee</strong> Schools Director <strong>of</strong> Education Joyce Dugan. The conference will conclude on Friday afternoon The conference theme, “Nurturing and Empowering Our Communities Through Leadership,” reflects the tenor <strong>of</strong> Indian country today. Women are increasingly taking on the mantle <strong>of</strong> leadership in a variety <strong>of</strong> ways. Although the rate <strong>of</strong> participation by women in tribal government and community leadership is still less than men, women play a significant role in tribal politics and community building. Native women from throughout the nation will attend this conference. The conference is <strong>of</strong>fering a program with statewide and national applications, speakers who are recognized experts in their pr<strong>of</strong>essions and timely topics. Workshops are focused on building leadership skills. Drawing upon our cultural traditions and values. For more information about the conference, visit our web site at www.aiwpn.org/ We are also on Facebook www.facebook.com/aiwpn. RSVP by <strong>Sept</strong>ember 10 call 497-3730 or 497-6121 9/9pd This event is cosponsored by UNCP. 9/9pd THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, <strong>2010</strong> cherokee one feather 29