BERNARD N. TIOSH

September 8, 1934 - August 9, 2011

BERNARD N. TIOSH, age 76, of Baraga, passed away after a period of ill health at his cousin’s home in Baraga on Friday, July 29, 2011. He was born in L’Anse on September 8, 1934 the son of the late William and Josephine (Papin) Tiosh, Sr. Bernard attended school in L’Anse. He served in the US Navy during the Korean Conflict. Bernard worked as a woods worker for local logging companies and the KBIC Commodities program. He was a member of the Keweenaw Bay Indian Community, the L’Anse VFW and the American Legion. He enjoyed playing cribbage and was active in local tournaments. Mr. Tiosh is survived by his nieces and nephews Robert Genschow, JoAnn Racette, Debra Parrish, and Darlene Genschow, and his special cousin Will Loonsfoot, with whom he made his home. Many more nieces and nephews also survive. He was preceded in death by his brothers Clifford, William Jr., and Robert, and sisters Saraphine Bresette, Elizabeth Genschow, and Patricia Abrahamson Sullivan. A graveside service was held at 10 am Tuesday, August 9, 2011 at the Assinins Cemetery with Father John Longbucco officiating. Baraga county area veterans, under the direction of the Baraga American Legion Post 444 conducted military honors immediately following.