Elder Interview-Sharon Sarnowski
Name/Title
Elder Interview-Sharon SarnowskiEntry/Object ID
A.2008.001.368Tags
Needs Accession Sheet, Needs Location, Needs PhotoDescription
Sarnowski, Sharon (LaMotte) Yew^Nahel-Ha Born 11/28/1940 in Keshena, WI Parents: Eleanor (Hill) and Michael LaMotte Paternal grandparents: Mary (Summers) and Joe LaMotte Maternal grandparents: Sadie and John W. Hill She went to school in California at the University of Riverside; she got degree in Studio Art’s. Her grandpa Hill worked in the woods; he did not have any education. In addition, she does not know if her grandma Sadie had any education. Her grandparents spoke the Oneida language. Her grandparents lived in Lilly; they did not have running water or electricity. Her grandma stayed at home taking care of the house and family. Her dad went to St. Norbert College. Her dad played in an Indian Band, he plays the Clarinet. Her grandparents LaMotte lived in Keshena. I went to a boarding school until I was 9 years old. Then my aunt and uncle came and pick me up and took me to my parents in Chicago. Her husband is from South Dakota. He was in a boarding school at Flandreau. She has 5 children and 4 grandchildren. Her advice to the youth is to get a good educationRecording Type
Audio/VisualCollection
Elder InterviewsCataloged By
Gerzetich, Courtney (Cottrell)Category
Digital Media