Clara Myo (Gopher)

Sunrise- August 31 1926

Sunset- August 29 2022

Clara Myo was a signatory to Treaty 6 adhesion in 1954 at Saulteaux First Nation. At the time of her passing, she was the only survivor to the Treaty 6 adhesion and also the oldest member of Saulteaux First Nation. She enjoyed Sewing and is renowned for her floral beadwork. Her works are in several collections throughout North America and Europe. Her family was a central part of her life and was extremely hard working. She embodied the concept of "Wahkotowin" and taught this important value to her grandchildren

Survived by her children; Elizabeth, Dorothy (Richard), Noel (Audrey), Delphine, Velma (George), Donna (Hussein), Howard (Gaylyn), adopted sister Gladys Laboucan. Also raised her granddaughters Cindy and Melinda and niece Alison. She had numerous nieces, nephews, grandchildren and great-great grandchildren.

Predeceased by her father Jim Gopher. Her mother Cecile Gopher (Viviere). Brothers Richard Gopher, Bill Gopher. Sister Annie Swimmer (Gopher) and her husband Lawrence Myo. Infant son Ralph Myo and adopted brother Noel Stone.

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