Sad news out of Minnesota over the weekend. Dennis Banks, co-founder of the American Indian Movement, passed away at the age of 80. He was surrounded by family and friends.
Native News Online released a statement from the family:
“Our father Dennis J. Banks started his journey to the spirit world at 10:10 pm on October 29, 2017.
As he took his last breaths, Minoh sang him four songs for his journey. All the family who were present prayed over him and said our individual goodbyes. Then we proudly sang him the AIM song as his final send off.
Our father will be laid to rest in his home community of Leech Lake, MN. Presiding over traditional services will be Terry Nelson. We welcome all who would like to pay respects. As soon as arrangements are finalized, we will post details.”
Our hearts go out to family and friends of Dennis Banks, he will surely be missed.
Explore Native Culture
Most Popular Posts
TAGGED: American Indian Movement Dennis Banks
steve says:
met Dennis Banks at the Santa Cruz Red Road Pow Wow, he was an inspiration to all who met and had a chance to talk to him, the knowledge he possessed was invigorating and very educational. May he sore high above the mountain tops while looking down on us….
Sheila McKell says:
Love and Respect…Soar dear Brother.