Remembering Albert Joseph (Támus) by Shannon James

sweety62 — 2021-04-02 02:22:00 UTC

You taught me a lot of stuff. You pulled me out of school cause you said your school was better. I learned a lot from you, papa, and was always there when I needed help. Going to miss you!
Love, Kevin 'motorcycle' John

2021-04-02 04:15:28 UTC

My fondest memory is seeing your face at my graduation. You always were so proud of me and I so proud of you. When I was a baby you would pick me up and take me cruising. I have no memory of this but I feel as if I do. Grandad you achieved so much in life and I am full of admiration and respect. Rest now my grandad and please watch over us.
Jayla

sweety62 — 2021-04-02 04:56:28 UTC

Uncle Albert was a big part of my family's life, best friend to my dad and Tilly was my mom's aunty. Uncle Albert was there for me in sobriety, even driving great distances to go to meetings. He will be remembered for his stories, his love for family and his humor <3 All my relations ~Monica Shields

sweety62 — 2021-04-02 05:05:36 UTC

Kukwstemlhkacw T̓amus
Nilh T̓atmus ti tsunam̓entsa̓sa ku zamen. Nilh T̓atmus ti nuk̓w7antsása ku a̓ts̓xen ti tmi̓̓cwa. Nilh T̓amus ti tsunam̓entsa̓sa ku tucwemstwa̓llhka̓lap. T̓amus ,texwka̓cw t̓u7 a̓ma. Wa7lhkan cwa̓ynun̓tsin.Na̓slhkacw malh pala7ts̓im muta lhku̓nsa.

P̓ipileqs

Papa

2021-04-02 20:59:17 UTC

Forever grateful for the time we got to spend together, always a smile and a lesson on language, life, or just a pleasant chat about what was going on in life. We always had good laughs. I will miss our chats and short visits. Rest in sweet peace.
Much love much respect
Laura Terry and family.

2021-04-03 18:53:36 UTC

Papa Albert
We will miss you always. I will always miss you asking "How's the little one?" Have so many moment that will be cherished forever.
All the loves from Addison and Janita

2021-04-05 16:43:12 UTC

Papa, you are no longer in pain. I sure enjoyed our phone calls, you telling me to turn up my volume so that you could hear me. Your teachings and legacy will live on through everyone who had the pleasure of meeting and learning from you. One of the teachings is that you will help family if they need it at a drop of a hat. If it’s important to you than you will find a way to do it. When I completed the treatment program in Creston at Three Voices of Healing, you guys didn’t have money to come down but that didn’t stop you. Your stories had teachings in them like finding out that you took a wrong turn at Trail and wind up going in a big circle to find yourself back at Trail you both just laughed and knew what had happened. You both slept in the back of your truck to come support me completing treatment. Family comes together to support one another in the good times and rough times. Thank you for your support Papa AL, I love you!! You are now at peace with GrandMaw.
~Alicia John

Papa

2021-04-05 16:52:16 UTC

I was very luck to have you as my Grandpa. You have made time and efforts for my daughters. Making it to near every hockey and ball game possible.

I have always felt you king like status everywhere we went or crossed paths with you. People had adored and respected you for the man you are. A Nation wide man.

It is so neat to think back about all the times and transitions of my life you were there. From having children to education, to moving, or even changing jobs. I remember when I first started dating Justin you asked who his parents were. I told you and that’s all you asked and you said “hmm seems like a good man.” Didn’t take much for your approval on him. Now I know why after Allida was born.

sweety62 — 2021-04-05 18:24:40 UTC

Poppa Al. Forever in our hearts <3 as we know, we are in yours. Kukwstumckacw T’amus for stepping up.
We have known a Dad’s love and guidance and our kids have known a Poppa’s gentle love. Forever Loved, never forgotten. <3 <3 You and Grandma together in love and eternity. With much love, Lula, Beans, The Bebes: Willow, Shandy, Jake, Bubby, Ashiel, Larry and the sqaqa’s

sweety62 — 2021-04-05 18:26:38 UTC

We are sure going to miss you, Albert. We enjoyed your many visits or when we went to visit you. You always brought something for Hack to fix for you. We will remember your many stories you told. So glad Hack brought you your last gwenis. He always tells his son: l know what l am having for supper. Albert told Hack he was there with when he was first born. Albert, you are no longer in pain and you are going to be happy with aunty Tilly. Our memories of you will be cherished forever. Love, Freda and Hack Terry

Qwátsats tu7 kw sT̓ámus. Zewalhtmícw ni7, á7xa7 ku pixem̓, kentákem kénki sqwémqwema múta7 sreprápa lhas t̓ak. Á7xa7 t̓it ku ucwalmícwts, papt t̓u7 nukw̓7antúmulhas kw stí7texwtskalh. Cwempmínem kelh, t̓u7 aoz kw scúz̓s lhápenem. Henry Davis & Lisa Matthewson

2021-04-05 22:00:43 UTC

2021-04-06 02:30:23 UTC

Albert. About 30 years ago I was guiding up big creek. One day I was on my way up I stopped at spruce lake for the night. All by myself you know when you get that feeling that someone is watching you well I had that feeling so I looked all around but couldn't see anyone. It was getting close to dark so I unpacked my pack horses and went into the cabin and made a fire and put on some coffee. Sat down for a cup of coffee and was just going to have a drink then I heard a tap on the door. I thought to myself can't be I looked around before I came in so I ignored it and was just about to have a drink again I heard another tap on the door so I hollered come in no one came in the hair on the back of my neck was standing straight out. Just going to have a drink again and someone tapped on the door again. I hollered come in no one answered so I hollered well stay out there then. Albert opened the door and was laughing his head off. He was watching me through the window. He asked what the hell are you doing up here. I told him I was on my way to big creek but I was only up there once and I didn't have a clue which way I would go in the morning. He said well your in luck I just finished the trail right up to your camp. So I had the honor of being the first one to ride one of alberts many trails he blazed. Every time I seen him he would laugh his head off and remind of the time he scared the hell out of me. It was a honour to get to sit and talk to Albert. He would tell me about riding up there with my dad. Until we meet again RIP my friend. Thank you for always keeping an eye on my son Darren. Stanley Alec.

2021-04-07 04:11:34 UTC

Papa Albert. He a native super all-star. He lived long and loved hard. He taught and guided many people the ways to be a traditional native. Mount up, time to horse ride the big backyard he loved so much. One shot two shots two bucks ready for feeding those in need of food. There is so much more he has done for his community and others it cannot all be told. Can’t wait to hear the many stories from others. Shannon and I will miss you soo much.
Love Darren Joseph “Choo Choo train!”

2021-04-07 14:36:16 UTC

Tamus- t̓inúcwenkalh!
Wa7 kwánensas ta géltensa.
Cw7it ta s7um̓entsása.
Ámhas ku swá7su.
All my respect for this wonderful Ucwalmicw heart. May we uphold his great legacy with all the love, laughter, wit and strength he embodied.
With love and great admiration,
Sarah Moritz