It is with deep sadness that the family announces the passing of Gaylord (“Bebomaash”) Horton, 58, of Rainy River First Nations, Ont., on Friday, Feb. 1, 2013 at La Verendrye Hospital in Fort Frances, Ont.
Gaylord was born Thursday, March 18, 1954 in Emo, Ont. and had lived all his life in Rainy River District.
He had worked as a lumberjack, a fishing guide, and a tour guide at the Manitou Mounds. He also was a traditional men’s grass dancer, Bingo caller, musician, goaltender, and a catcher for fastpitch.
Left to cherish his memory are his children, Shannon Copenace, Vanessa (Paul) Noble, and Lindsay (Marcel) Wynne; and their mother, Melvina Copenace.
Also surviving are numerous grandchildren and step-grandchildren; his brother, Vernon (Stephinie Blackjack); sister-in-law, Berla Horton; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his parents; brother, Robert on Feb. 7, 2007; and his grandparents, Mary and James Horton.
A funeral wake was held Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2013 from 4 p.m. at the Rainy River First Nations gymnasium.
A traditional Midewiwin ceremony was held Wednesday, Feb. 6, 2013 at 10 a.m. at the Rainy River Rapids First Nations gymnasium.
Elder Charlie Nelson officiated, followed by interment in the family plot at Rainy River First Nations Cemetery.
The pallbearers were Jon Copenace, Fred Copenace, Paul Noble, Alton Brown, Derek Horton, Darryl Horton, Gordon Kelly, and Dustin Horton.
The honourary pallbearers were Donna Mainville, Tom and Dorothy Medicine, Bessie and Elmer Mainville, Ben Brown Jr., Doug Horton, Delbert Horton, Berla Horton, Tammy and Heather Horton, Kristi Medicine, and Steve Martineau.
In memoriam donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario c/o Green Funeral Home, P.O. Box 427, Fort Frances, Ont., P9A 3M8.
Online condolences may be offered at www.greenfuneralhomefortfrances.com
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