Memorial to a Young Native
by Dyle Warren
Title
Memorial to a Young Native
Artist
Dyle Warren
Medium
Photograph - Photograph - Photography
Description
Memorial to a Young Native is an original photograph by Dyle Warren.
While driving through the Kluane area we spotted this impressive memorial.
The stone reads:
Mbayata
Hello All!
My name is Douglas Richard Twiss II a.k.a. "Dougie."Born in Whitehorse, I spent my first years with my parents Joan Graham and Doug Twiss in Beaver Creek. Thank you for bringing me into this world.
I am honored to be the big brother of Stephanie, Cenjeya and Saanuwa and a proud father to my beautiful baby girl, Kiara Ball. I love you all so much.
It is my privilege to be a Southern Tutchone man from the Champagne and Aishihik First Nations. My native name is Mbayata which means "Sheep Daddy." I am an awesome stick gambler, playing the shooter in our
distinct family style with a powerful energy. One of favourite memories is of drumming, singing, and dancing with the Dakwakada Dancers.
The saying, "It takes a community to raise a child"describes me well. I learned to love and respect the land from the many horseback hunting trips with my father. I gained traditional teachings from both Beaver Creek
and Burwash Landing Elders. I discovered friendship by hanging out with my friends, laughing, joking, fighting, playing, watching sports, and betting on my team
Go Tampa Bay Lightning!
My gratitude goes out to the Paul, Johnson, and Wirth families for believing in me during my high school years and to all my friends and loved ones,especially Samantha, who helped me through my trials and tribulations.*
_________Peace____________
"Dougie often said, "Follow your Dreams, Be Kind, and
Always Remember to Enjoy Everyday of your Life."
This is a tribute to Douglas Richard Twiss II
We all love you
December 13, 1982 -- June 3, 2005
The family thanks Kluane First Nation (KFN) for providing their traditional land for this site and all those who contributed to make this memorial.
FAA Featured Photo
First Nations and Everything Native Art Group
07/25/2014
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July 25th, 2014
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