RUSSELL MEANS
(November 10, 1939 – October 22, 2012)

Russell Means was a prominent member of the American Indian Movement (AIM) after joining the organization in 1968, and helped organize notable events that attracted national and international media coverage.  He was one of the leaders of the Native American armed occupation of the South Dakota town of Wounded Knee, a 71-day siege in 1973.  

Statement From Russell’s Family:

Hello our relatives. Our dad and husband, now walks among our ancestors. He began his journey to the spirit world at 4:44 am, with the Morning Star, at his home and ranch in Porcupine. There will be four opportunities for the people to honor his life to be announced at a later date. Thank you for your prayers and continued support. We love you. As our dad and husband would always say, “May the Great Mystery continue to guide and protect the paths of you and your loved ones.”
The wife and children of Russell Means
444 Crazy Horse Drive
Pahin Sinte, Republic of Lakotah

REST IN POWER, BROTHER.

http://www.russellmeansfreedom.com/2012/statement-from-russells-family/

http://www.nytimes.com/2012/10/23/us/russell-means-american-indian-activist-dies-at-72.html?_r=0

http://www.latimes.com/news/obituaries/la-me-russell-means-20121023,0,6323784.story