Friends

Richard Oakes, Mohawk Warrior, the charismatic leader made way for the contemporary Native American movement to take its place in history, when he inspired the Alcatraz Occupation in 1969, which served as a catalyst for the nation to take notice of the historic wrongs waged against the Native community that had to be righted.  

Photos taken by Susan Whittington, Sadie Williams and Mary-Ann Myers.

Morning after the Nature Fest and KFOK Concert. Left to Right:  Lawrence's Aunt, Lawrence Laughing (standing) Fawn Oakes (Richard Oakes daughter), Anna Oakes (Richard Oakes widow), Mignon Geli (Fest/Concert coordinator), Clee Benally of Blackfire (standing), and Yovani. Photo by Mary-Ann Myers.

Roberto Garcia speaks then introduces Dorinda Moreno who then introduces the Oakes Family. Left to right: Loren Nakai (emcee), Roberto Garcia, and Dorinda Moreno. Photo by Sadie Williams.

Fawn Oakes thanking all who have come to honor her father, Richard Oakes.  Left to right:  Dorinda Moreno, Mary-Ann Myers, Mignon Geli, Fawn Oakes and Lenny Oakes.  Photo by Susan Whittington.

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Watching the Nature Fest performances at the Amphitheater.  Left to right:  Lenny Oakes (Richard Oakes' nephew), Anna Oakes (Richard Oakes widow), Dorinda Moreno (close friend of Oakes Family) and Fawn Oakes (Richard Oakes daughter).  Photo by Sadie Williams.

Stepping down from the stage after presentations honoring the legacy of Richard Oakes.  Left to right:  Dorinda Moreno, Anna Oakes, Lenny Oakes, Fawn Oakes and Roberto Garcia.  Photo by Susan Whittington.