OZAAWI-BINES (YELLOW THUNDERBIRD) VINNY (VINELL) JUSTIN WHITE

It is with great sorrow that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved son, brother, father, and friend, Vinny (Vinnell) Justin White, on Sunday, July 18, 2004.
Vinny was born April 15, 1982 in Fort Frances, Ont.
He is survived by his father, Wesley Big George and mother, Joyce White; brothers, Ryan and Barron; sisters, Charity, Alexandra, Kell,y and Alia; son, Ethan, and his girlfriend, Teri; niece, Cadence; maternal grandmother, Agnes Comegan; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Vinny was predeceased by his brother, Wesley Big George Jr.; paternal grandfather, Allan Big George, and maternal grandparents, Rosie and Frank White; uncles, Dennis White and Sam Big George; and aunt, Miranda Big George.
Vinny spent his life divided between the two communities of Whitefish Bay an the Anishinaabeg of Naongashiing. He was very friendly, outgoing, kind, and filled with a zany sense of humour; constantly joking and teasing with his friends and family.
Vinny was very popular and frequently was surrounded by a number of friends.
He was very playful and patient with his younger brothers and sisters, and young children in general. Most of all, Vinny was a very loving father to his baby son, Ethan.
Vinny enjoyed golfing, volleyball, swimming, playing hockey, his guitar, fishing, and spending time with his friends and family. He was very good-hearted and was always willing to help with any task when it was needed.
His warm smile, kind heart, and laughter will be greatly missed by all. Vinny always will be remembered for his fun-loving personality and humour.
He was planning on attending school in Winnipeg, Man. in September to complete his Grade 12.
A traditional service will be held Friday, July 23, 2004 at noon at the Big Island First Nation Gymnasium at Big Island First Nation.
Elder Isaac Mandamin will officiate, followed by interment in the Big Island First Nation Cemetery.
A funeral wake will be held Thursday, July 22, 2004 at the Big Island First Nation Gymnasium.
The pallbearers will be Lonnie Joseph, Christopher White, Jaysen Indian, Carl Big George Jr., Chris Big George, and Will Handorgan.