“Mataamikwebinens” – Makwa (Bear) Clan

What he loved more than his culture were his beautiful children. He was always there for them and was proud of their accomplishments. Everything they did was big in his eyes, and when he spoke of them to people you could hear the love that he had for them in his voice, and the love in his eyes.

George worked numerous jobs across Canada, and no matter where life took him, he always came back home. He loved his home community of Naicatchewenin and was very vocal about it, and proud of where he came from. Family has always come first to George; He was very close with all of his cousins – constantly teasing but made sure to always tell them that he loved them. He was particularly close with cousins Stephanie. M, Susan, Sean, Darnell and Tyler. They were his go-to’s whenever he felt like he needed someone to talk to or needed help in any way. He was always willing to return the favour.

When he loved you or considered you a friend, he was loyal. He loved fiercely and would have your back. He would give you the shirt off his back if you asked him, that’s just who he was as a person. He was always willing to help or lend a hand in any which way. He had a knack for creating long lasting friendships and making someone feel truly special. George was always working on vehicles alongside his father Clarence who taught him everything he knew. Singing karaoke was one of his favourite things to do, he would sing anywhere bars, 17B aka Ray and Ferns, living rooms, even the car. Once you heard that intro to “Lodi” you knew you were in for a treat.

He was known for his sense of humour; he always found a way to make something a joke. He was truly a light in the darkness, he could light up a room singlehandedly. The way he could control a room, and the way the environment would change when he spoke. He was passionate about things he truly believed in he would always remind everyone “never be afraid to speak your mind, even if your voice shakes”

He loved his siblings and had strong ties and a special relationship with each and every single one of them. His loss will be felt across Canada and the U.S., as he touched many peoples hearts.

George will forever be remembered by his children: Tyrell Delaney and his mother Robin, Taylor Councillor and her mother Tonia, Brexton Bruyere and his mother Tamara, Kendall Councillor, Kallum Councillor and their mother Courtney; stepfather Clifford Courchene; his sisters Crystal Malcolm, Erica Roulette, Lynnette Vogel (Jeremy), Shelley Cyr (Jamie), Shantelle Cyr (Bruce) and Michelle Cyr; his brothers Bradley Malcolm, Howard Malcolm, Nathaniel Councillor (Jennifer), and Riel Councillor (Kersten); numerous nephews and nieces that he loved like his own children; and a very large extended family.

George was predeceased by his parents Geraldine Courchene (Councillor) and Clarence Malcolm; Auntie-Mom Phyllis Ulrich; stepbrother Jeffrey Cyr; and niece Amyy Lynn Cyr.

A traditional wake was held at the Naicatchewenin First Nation Community Hall beginning at 4:00 p.m. on January 3, 2024. A traditional Ceremony took place at the Naicatchewenin First Nation Community Hall at 10:00 a.m., officiated by Elder Gilbert Smith on January 4, 2024, with a luncheon following.

Active pallbearers were Dillon Smith, Chad Smith, Brexton Bruyere, Darnell Smith, Bruce Sandy and Walker Smith.

Honorary pallbearers were his nephews and nieces whom he was so proud of.

Arrangements entrusted to Northridge Funeral Home Ltd., Emo, Ontario.

“And I’m flying down freeways going 117, and a ’68 Fastback looks like a hatchback next to me”