Hilliard BESITO

BESITO, Hilliard “Neebish” - Of Saugeen First Nation at the Grey Bruce Health Services Owen Sound, on Friday, November 16th, 2007, surrounded by his loving family. Hilliard “Neebish” Besito was called home by the Great Spirit G'Shamindo. Much loved son of the late Dora (Akenzie) and Ivan Besito, and James and Helen Mason of Saugeen First Nation. Traditionally raised son of the late Isaac and Winnifred Petonoquot. Predeceased by brothers Fredrick Besito, Matthew Mason, Maitland Petonoquot; sister Leona Lawrence; and Aunts Flora Ritchie and Elizabeth Akenzie. Survived by his loved foster children Dale Bricker, Stacey and William Wesley. Dear brother of Shirley Elliott (Melvin), Marie Mason, Gary Mason, Gayle Stark (Bruce), Theodore Mason (Joanne), Phillip (Janice), Allan (Bonnie) and Elwood Mason. Traditional Uncle of Barbara Charlebois, June King, Joanne Mason, Leslie Petonoquot (Jr.), Gene Petonoquot, Carey Petonoquot and Paul King. Also survived by many nieces and nephews, friends and associates of the bingo crowd. Family invite friends to gather for visitation at the THOMAS C. WHITCROFT FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, Sauble Beach (519) 422-0041 on Sunday, November 18th, 2007 from 2:00 - 4:00 and 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Traditional Mineral Services will be held on Monday, November 19 at 2:00 p.m. at the James Mason Cultural Centre, Saugeen First Nation. Interment in Saugeen Cemetery, Saugeen First Nation. Tributes or donation to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or Diabetes Association would be appreciated as an expression of sympathy. Journey fire located at the home of Gennine Petonoquot (6421 Hwy 21) for tobacco offering. In living memory of Neeb a Red Maple tree will be planted at the family home by the Thomas C. Whitcroft Funeral Home & Chapel. Condolences may be expressed on-line at www.whitcroftfuneralhome.com. 10905978