AFN National Chief Expresses Condolences on the Loss of Royce Wilson
Assembly of First Nations National Chief Shawn A-in-chut Atleo today expressed his condolences and sympathy to the family and friends of Royce Wilson, a citizen of Rolling River First Nation in Manitoba.
“On behalf of the Assembly of First Nations and First Nations across the land, I want to offer my sincere condolences to the family and friends of Royce Wilson. Royce is known to many First Nations people for his lifelong work to advance our issues and build a better future for First Nations. His many roles and responsibilities include serving as a Councillor for Rolling River First Nation, working as an advisor to the West Region Tribal Council and serving as Manitoba Vice Chief for the Assembly of First Nations.
Royce has many friends at the Assembly of First Nations, who remember him for the joy and laughter he brought to every occasion, balanced by his experience, insight and unwavering dedication to our people. Royce will be greatly missed. Today, our thoughts and prayers go to Royce’s wife Gina, their family and all those who had the great privilege to know Royce.”
A traditional wake will be held on Friday, January 21 at Southquill Hall on Rolling River First Nation. A traditional funeral will take place on Saturday, January 22nd at 1:00 pm. Interment will follow at the Presbyterian-South cemetery in Rolling River. Traditional singers will be present at the wake and funeral.
Donations in memory of Royce Wilson can be made to his sister, Daidre Wilson, who can be reached at 204-636-7854. Donations can also be provided through information at the link below, which also has information about the service:
http://www.obituariestoday.com/Funerals/ResultFH.php?Funeral_Home_ID=35108
The Assembly of First Nations is the national organization representing First Nations citizens in Canada.
Contact information:
Don Kelly, Assembly of First Nations A/Communications Director
613-241-6789 ext. 334 or cell: 613-292-2787 or e-mail dkelly@afn.ca
Jenna Young, Assembly of First Nations Communications Officer
613-241-6789, ext 401 or cell: 613-314-8157 or e-mail jyoung@afn.ca
Alain Garon, Assembly of First Nations Bilingual Communications Officer
613-241-6789, ext 382 or cell: 613 292-0857 or agaron@afn.ca
