Elder Interview-Beverly DeCoteau
A.2008.001.104 PP
Name/Title
Elder Interview-Beverly DeCoteauEntry/Object ID
A.2008.001.104Tags
Missing, Needs Accession Sheet, Needs Location, Needs PhotoDescription
DeCoteau, Beverly Ann Born 9/28/50 Parents: Vivian (Danforth) DeCoteau and Harry DeCoteau Maternal grandparents: Julius Danforth and Eunice Danforth Paternal grandparents: Bazil Danforth and Minnie (Cooper) DeCoteau Her mother and father both went to boarding schools in Hanilru. Her mother was in the Navy. She was a Lt. Navy Nurse. Her father joined the Army. Her grandmother really knew how to cook and bake. Her grandparents spoke the language fluently. They had electricity but no running water. They had a wood burning stove for cooking and heat. Her grandfather liked to fish and hung small game like ducks, rabbits, and squirrels. He talked a lot about the land claim and how everyone’s lives would change. She has 2 sons in Arizona and 3 grandchildren. She also has a list of health issues so she no longer works, but is going to school for a degree for interior design. Her advice to the youth is know who you are and where you come from and take care of others.Recording Type
Audio/VisualCollection
Elder InterviewsCataloged By
Gerzetich, Courtney (Cottrell)Category
Digital Media