ALEX (LALA) MEDICINE

Mr. Alex (LaLa) Medicine, a resident of Whitefish Bay First Nations, Ont., passed away Sept. 10, 2003 at Lake of the Woods District Hospital in Kenora, Ont.
He was born Feb. 29, 1936 in (Little Fork) Manitou Rapids First Nations, Ont.
Alex was predeceased by his parents, Albert and Eva Medicine; wife, Maggie (Copenace); brothers and sisters, Jack Medicine, Sarah Cowley, Violet Kelly, and Peter Medicine; and grandsons, Lindsay Tyler Medicine, Donald Medicine, and Angel Medicine.
Left to mourn Alex’s passing are his children, Patrick Lee, Sandra Gail, Audrey Jane (Steve), Alex Jr. (Delores), Russell Wayne, Beverly Ann (Davis), and Lucille Maria; grandchildren, Amanda, Kurtis, Miroslav, Monique, Alicia, T.J., Nikkole, Dallas, and Kelby; and brothers and sisters, Tom Medicine Sr., Jean Bombay, Roseanne Leonard, Liza Medicine, Eddie Medicine, Joe Medicine, and Berla Horton.
During Alex Medicine’s younger years, he attended residential school at St. Mary’s in Kenora and the residential school on Couchiching First Nation, Ont. Later, he made his home on Whitefish Bay First Nations, residing with his older sisters, Sarah Cowley and Violet Kelly.
Alex worked in the Sioux Narrows area, where he was employed at the Trading Post. He also worked at the Whitefish Bay fishery, as well as in the bush clear-cutting and logging.
While raising his family in Whitefish Bay, Alex enjoyed fishing. He participated in the community pow-wow and helped where he could. Alex also was well-known for his athletic ability, winning numerous awards and trophies in the sport of ice hockey.
Christmas was a special time for Alex. He was Santa Claus in the community, which he thoroughly enjoyed. Stories could be told about Alex going around the community, with smiles and laughter following his presence in each and every household.
During March Break, Alex participated in square dancing and jigging events, sharing laughter and talent. Alex enjoyed other people’s presence and friendship. Making friends came easy for Alex because of his humour and sincerity; his friendly manner made him easily approachable.
The family extends their gratitude to the doctors and nurses at Port Arthur General McKellar Hospital in Thunder Bay, Ont. and on the 3rd floor at Lake of the Woods District Hospital.
Also thanks to Cecilia Kelly for all the trips to and from the hospital, and the Whitefish Bay community for the use of the medical van during Alex’s time of need.
This is in loving memory of Alex’s family, and thank you to all who visited and supported the Medicine family in our time of sorrow.
A wake was held Friday, Sept. 12, 2003 in the afternoon at the Northwest Angle #37 Recreation Hall.
Funeral services were held Saturday, Sept. 13, 2003 at 10 a.m. at the Northwest Angle #37 Recreation Hall, with burial following at Whitefish Bay.
A luncheon followed the burial at the Northwest Angle #37 Recreation Hall.
Brown Funeral Home & Cremation Centre was entrusted with the arrangements.