Myron Charles Dewey, 49, of Schurz, Nevada died unexpectedly on Sunday, September 26, 2021 from injuries sustained in a car crash. His loss was completely unexpected and the family is shocked and deeply saddened.
Myron is a citizen of the Walker River Paiute Tribe. His numu nanea (Indian Name) is Ahu-auh-bud-shoe-knaw-me "Strong Thinker".
Myron was born on July 16, 1972 to Herbert Dini Jr. of Schurz and Cynthia Dewey of Bishop, CA in Schurz, Nevada. Myron attended Gabbs K-12 Schools. Myron joined the BIA Western Nevada One Firefighting crew out of Carson City. Shortly after, he joined the Black Mountain Hotshot Crew fighting fires throughout the Western United States.
During this time Myron received his GED, later attending Haskell Indian Nations University in Lawrence Kansas receiving an Associate of Arts in Computer Information Systems and a Bachelor's of Science in Business Administration in 2002 and 2003 respectively.
Myron returned to Schurz with the goal of using his education to give back to his tribal
community. He innovated use of technology in his tribe's language revitalization efforts along with advocating for an Internet infrastructure to improve education for the future generations. He founded his business, Digital Smoke Signals, during this time.
Myron's motivation for success always included family, culture, and language. With these in mind, Myron enrolled in the Indigenous Nations Studies Masters program at the University of Kansas. Receiving his degree in 2007. Myron continued applying his education and experience to contract with Indigenous nations and communities in articulating a 21st Century technology mindset focusing on online media/film and bridging the digital divide in our communities.
Myron met the love of his life, Deborah Parker, in Tulalip, Washington. During his time in
Washington he began teaching college technology courses with Northwest Indian College including digital media and mobile app building. Focused on the youth, Myron continued his work contracting with tribes to provide video/film editing and mobile app projects.
In 2014, Myron experienced a near fatal medical complication. Through prayer and a strong, enduring spirit, he survived. This experience was a defining moment in his life. This led to an even stronger renewed effort to promote and advocate for all Indigenous peoples. Myron's connection to his ancestors and Creator was stronger than ever. It was at this point, he accepted and acknowledged his path forward was guided by the Great Spirit.
His path led him to Standing Rock, North Dakota standing with the Water Protectors in 2016. His life, as he knew it, was changed forever. Myron's efforts solidified his legacy as a protector for all our people (tamme no'oko numudooe). Myron received worldwide acclaim and awards for his drone work and Awake documentary. He was a visiting Professor at Duke University and MIT as well. Myron traveled the world sharing his knowledge, prayers, and passion for Indigenous peoples in Japan, Taiwan, New Zealand, Australia, Canada, and Mexico. He was a 2010 AIO Ambassador alumni. He was a fierce advocate for MMIW, Thacker Pass, boarding school historical/cultural trauma, and against the proposed lithium mine at PeeHee Mu'ha.
Myron was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend to everyone.
Myron is preceded in death by Harlan Dewey (Uncle), Gary Dewey, Sr. (Uncle) Moo'a Ridgley Bill (Grandmother), Stanford Leef, Jr. (Uncle), Roland Jackon Jr. (Uncle), Ralph Rivas (Uncle), Sampson Dewey, Sr (Uncle), Sampson Dewey Jr. (Cousin), Joe McCann (Uncle), Ed McCann (Grandpa), Mamie Dempsey (great grandma), Betty Dini-Rogers (Grandmother), Herbert Dini (Grandfather), and Alfred Rogers (Grandfather).
He is survived by his wife, Deborah, father Herbert Dini Jr. , mother Cynthia Dewey, seven Brothers:, three Sisters, and six Children: He is also survived by numerous uncles, aunts, and cousins.
Myron is a Protector of the Sacred. He carried the natusooa (medicine) for the people. He offered the medicine to all in need.
Myron's Viewing
Thursday, 9/30 at
5-6 pm immediate family
6-8 pm friends & family
Smiths Funeral Home
505 Rio Vista Drive
Fallon, NV. 89406
Myron's Cry Dance
Friday, 10/1- 6 pm (dusk)
dress warm (outside)
Walker River Paiute Reservation
Myron's property (follow signs)
Schurz, NV 89427
Funeral Services
Saturday, 10/2 at 11 am
Walker River Gym
1127 Cotton Wood Drive
Schurz, NV 89427
Water Protector escort from Gym to Cemetery
*Traditional dinner to follow
If we omitted anyone, we apologize in advance.∼=====================
~ ~ ~ MYRON DEWEY ~ ~ ~
=====================
SHOSHONE PAIUTE
FILMMAKER JOURNALIST
DIGITAL SMOKE SIGNALS
~ Taken from his family, loved ones and all he stood up for, too soon ~
Myron was a passionate filmmaker that stood up for what he believed in. He stood up for the rights for us and our seven generations. He stood up for our land, for nature, for our heritage, for us, our children and our children's children. He stood against destruction and desecration of our land, water and sacred sites.
Myron is a citizen of the Walker River Paiute Tribe. His numu nanea (Indian Name) is Ahu-auh-bud-shoe-knaw-me "Strong Thinker".
Myron was born on July 16, 1972 to Herbert Dini Jr. of Schurz and Cynthia Dewey of Bishop, CA in Schurz, Nevada. Myron attended Gabbs K-12 Schools. Myron joined the BIA Western Nevada One Firefighting crew out of Carson City. Shortly after, he joined the Black Mountain Hotshot Crew fighting fires throughout the Western United States.
During this time Myron received his GED, later attending Haskell Indian Nations University in Lawrence Kansas receiving an Associate of Arts in Computer Information Systems and a Bachelor's of Science in Business Administration in 2002 and 2003 respectively.
Myron returned to Schurz with the goal of using his education to give back to his tribal
community. He innovated use of technology in his tribe's language revitalization efforts along with advocating for an Internet infrastructure to improve education for the future generations. He founded his business, Digital Smoke Signals, during this time.
Myron's motivation for success always included family, culture, and language. With these in mind, Myron enrolled in the Indigenous Nations Studies Masters program at the University of Kansas. Receiving his degree in 2007. Myron continued applying his education and experience to contract with Indigenous nations and communities in articulating a 21st Century technology mindset focusing on online media/film and bridging the digital divide in our communities.
Myron met the love of his life, Deborah Parker, in Tulalip, Washington. During his time in
Washington he began teaching college technology courses with Northwest Indian College including digital media and mobile app building. Focused on the youth, Myron continued his work contracting with tribes to provide video/film editing and mobile app projects.
In 2014, Myron experienced a near fatal medical complication. Through prayer and a strong, enduring spirit, he survived. This experience was a defining moment in his life. This led to an even stronger renewed effort to promote and advocate for all Indigenous peoples. Myron's connection to his ancestors and Creator was stronger than ever. It was at this point, he accepted and acknowledged his path forward was guided by the Great Spirit.
His path led him to Standing Rock, North Dakota standing with the Water Protectors in 2016. His life, as he knew it, was changed forever. Myron's efforts solidified his legacy as a protector for all our people (tamme no'oko numudooe). Myron received worldwide acclaim and awards for his drone work and Awake documentary. He was a visiting Professor at Duke University and MIT as well. Myron traveled the world sharing his knowledge, prayers, and passion for Indigenous peoples in Japan, Taiwan, New Zealand, Australia, Canada, and Mexico. He was a 2010 AIO Ambassador alumni. He was a fierce advocate for MMIW, Thacker Pass, boarding school historical/cultural trauma, and against the proposed lithium mine at PeeHee Mu'ha.
Myron was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend to everyone.
Myron is preceded in death by Harlan Dewey (Uncle), Gary Dewey, Sr. (Uncle) Moo'a Ridgley Bill (Grandmother), Stanford Leef, Jr. (Uncle), Roland Jackon Jr. (Uncle), Ralph Rivas (Uncle), Sampson Dewey, Sr (Uncle), Sampson Dewey Jr. (Cousin), Joe McCann (Uncle), Ed McCann (Grandpa), Mamie Dempsey (great grandma), Betty Dini-Rogers (Grandmother), Herbert Dini (Grandfather), and Alfred Rogers (Grandfather).
He is survived by his wife, Deborah, father Herbert Dini Jr. , mother Cynthia Dewey, seven Brothers:, three Sisters, and six Children: He is also survived by numerous uncles, aunts, and cousins.
Myron is a Protector of the Sacred. He carried the natusooa (medicine) for the people. He offered the medicine to all in need.
Myron's Viewing
Thursday, 9/30 at
5-6 pm immediate family
6-8 pm friends & family
Smiths Funeral Home
505 Rio Vista Drive
Fallon, NV. 89406
Myron's Cry Dance
Friday, 10/1- 6 pm (dusk)
dress warm (outside)
Walker River Paiute Reservation
Myron's property (follow signs)
Schurz, NV 89427
Funeral Services
Saturday, 10/2 at 11 am
Walker River Gym
1127 Cotton Wood Drive
Schurz, NV 89427
Water Protector escort from Gym to Cemetery
*Traditional dinner to follow
If we omitted anyone, we apologize in advance.∼=====================
~ ~ ~ MYRON DEWEY ~ ~ ~
=====================
SHOSHONE PAIUTE
FILMMAKER JOURNALIST
DIGITAL SMOKE SIGNALS
~ Taken from his family, loved ones and all he stood up for, too soon ~
Myron was a passionate filmmaker that stood up for what he believed in. He stood up for the rights for us and our seven generations. He stood up for our land, for nature, for our heritage, for us, our children and our children's children. He stood against destruction and desecration of our land, water and sacred sites.
Myron Charles Dewey, 49, of Schurz, Nevada died unexpectedly on Sunday, September 26, 2021 from injuries sustained in a car crash. His loss was completely unexpected and the family is shocked and deeply saddened.
Myron is a citizen of the Walker River Paiute Tribe. His numu nanea (Indian Name) is Ahu-auh-bud-shoe-knaw-me "Strong Thinker".
Myron was born on July 16, 1972 to Herbert Dini Jr. of Schurz and Cynthia Dewey of Bishop, CA in Schurz, Nevada. Myron attended Gabbs K-12 Schools. Myron joined the BIA Western Nevada One Firefighting crew out of Carson City. Shortly after, he joined the Black Mountain Hotshot Crew fighting fires throughout the Western United States.
During this time Myron received his GED, later attending Haskell Indian Nations University in Lawrence Kansas receiving an Associate of Arts in Computer Information Systems and a Bachelor's of Science in Business Administration in 2002 and 2003 respectively.
Myron returned to Schurz with the goal of using his education to give back to his tribal
community. He innovated use of technology in his tribe's language revitalization efforts along with advocating for an Internet infrastructure to improve education for the future generations. He founded his business, Digital Smoke Signals, during this time.
Myron's motivation for success always included family, culture, and language. With these in mind, Myron enrolled in the Indigenous Nations Studies Masters program at the University of Kansas. Receiving his degree in 2007. Myron continued applying his education and experience to contract with Indigenous nations and communities in articulating a 21st Century technology mindset focusing on online media/film and bridging the digital divide in our communities.
Myron met the love of his life, Deborah Parker, in Tulalip, Washington. During his time in
Washington he began teaching college technology courses with Northwest Indian College including digital media and mobile app building. Focused on the youth, Myron continued his work contracting with tribes to provide video/film editing and mobile app projects.
In 2014, Myron experienced a near fatal medical complication. Through prayer and a strong, enduring spirit, he survived. This experience was a defining moment in his life. This led to an even stronger renewed effort to promote and advocate for all Indigenous peoples. Myron's connection to his ancestors and Creator was stronger than ever. It was at this point, he accepted and acknowledged his path forward was guided by the Great Spirit.
His path led him to Standing Rock, North Dakota standing with the Water Protectors in 2016. His life, as he knew it, was changed forever. Myron's efforts solidified his legacy as a protector for all our people (tamme no'oko numudooe). Myron received worldwide acclaim and awards for his drone work and Awake documentary. He was a visiting Professor at Duke University and MIT as well. Myron traveled the world sharing his knowledge, prayers, and passion for Indigenous peoples in Japan, Taiwan, New Zealand, Australia, Canada, and Mexico. He was a 2010 AIO Ambassador alumni. He was a fierce advocate for MMIW, Thacker Pass, boarding school historical/cultural trauma, and against the proposed lithium mine at PeeHee Mu'ha.
Myron was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend to everyone.
Myron is preceded in death by Harlan Dewey (Uncle), Gary Dewey, Sr. (Uncle) Moo'a Ridgley Bill (Grandmother), Stanford Leef, Jr. (Uncle), Roland Jackon Jr. (Uncle), Ralph Rivas (Uncle), Sampson Dewey, Sr (Uncle), Sampson Dewey Jr. (Cousin), Joe McCann (Uncle), Ed McCann (Grandpa), Mamie Dempsey (great grandma), Betty Dini-Rogers (Grandmother), Herbert Dini (Grandfather), and Alfred Rogers (Grandfather).
He is survived by his wife, Deborah, father Herbert Dini Jr. , mother Cynthia Dewey, seven Brothers:, three Sisters, and six Children: He is also survived by numerous uncles, aunts, and cousins.
Myron is a Protector of the Sacred. He carried the natusooa (medicine) for the people. He offered the medicine to all in need.
Myron's Viewing
Thursday, 9/30 at
5-6 pm immediate family
6-8 pm friends & family
Smiths Funeral Home
505 Rio Vista Drive
Fallon, NV. 89406
Myron's Cry Dance
Friday, 10/1- 6 pm (dusk)
dress warm (outside)
Walker River Paiute Reservation
Myron's property (follow signs)
Schurz, NV 89427
Funeral Services
Saturday, 10/2 at 11 am
Walker River Gym
1127 Cotton Wood Drive
Schurz, NV 89427
Water Protector escort from Gym to Cemetery
*Traditional dinner to follow
If we omitted anyone, we apologize in advance.∼=====================
~ ~ ~ MYRON DEWEY ~ ~ ~
=====================
SHOSHONE PAIUTE
FILMMAKER JOURNALIST
DIGITAL SMOKE SIGNALS
~ Taken from his family, loved ones and all he stood up for, too soon ~
Myron was a passionate filmmaker that stood up for what he believed in. He stood up for the rights for us and our seven generations. He stood up for our land, for nature, for our heritage, for us, our children and our children's children. He stood against destruction and desecration of our land, water and sacred sites.
Myron is a citizen of the Walker River Paiute Tribe. His numu nanea (Indian Name) is Ahu-auh-bud-shoe-knaw-me "Strong Thinker".
Myron was born on July 16, 1972 to Herbert Dini Jr. of Schurz and Cynthia Dewey of Bishop, CA in Schurz, Nevada. Myron attended Gabbs K-12 Schools. Myron joined the BIA Western Nevada One Firefighting crew out of Carson City. Shortly after, he joined the Black Mountain Hotshot Crew fighting fires throughout the Western United States.
During this time Myron received his GED, later attending Haskell Indian Nations University in Lawrence Kansas receiving an Associate of Arts in Computer Information Systems and a Bachelor's of Science in Business Administration in 2002 and 2003 respectively.
Myron returned to Schurz with the goal of using his education to give back to his tribal
community. He innovated use of technology in his tribe's language revitalization efforts along with advocating for an Internet infrastructure to improve education for the future generations. He founded his business, Digital Smoke Signals, during this time.
Myron's motivation for success always included family, culture, and language. With these in mind, Myron enrolled in the Indigenous Nations Studies Masters program at the University of Kansas. Receiving his degree in 2007. Myron continued applying his education and experience to contract with Indigenous nations and communities in articulating a 21st Century technology mindset focusing on online media/film and bridging the digital divide in our communities.
Myron met the love of his life, Deborah Parker, in Tulalip, Washington. During his time in
Washington he began teaching college technology courses with Northwest Indian College including digital media and mobile app building. Focused on the youth, Myron continued his work contracting with tribes to provide video/film editing and mobile app projects.
In 2014, Myron experienced a near fatal medical complication. Through prayer and a strong, enduring spirit, he survived. This experience was a defining moment in his life. This led to an even stronger renewed effort to promote and advocate for all Indigenous peoples. Myron's connection to his ancestors and Creator was stronger than ever. It was at this point, he accepted and acknowledged his path forward was guided by the Great Spirit.
His path led him to Standing Rock, North Dakota standing with the Water Protectors in 2016. His life, as he knew it, was changed forever. Myron's efforts solidified his legacy as a protector for all our people (tamme no'oko numudooe). Myron received worldwide acclaim and awards for his drone work and Awake documentary. He was a visiting Professor at Duke University and MIT as well. Myron traveled the world sharing his knowledge, prayers, and passion for Indigenous peoples in Japan, Taiwan, New Zealand, Australia, Canada, and Mexico. He was a 2010 AIO Ambassador alumni. He was a fierce advocate for MMIW, Thacker Pass, boarding school historical/cultural trauma, and against the proposed lithium mine at PeeHee Mu'ha.
Myron was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend to everyone.
Myron is preceded in death by Harlan Dewey (Uncle), Gary Dewey, Sr. (Uncle) Moo'a Ridgley Bill (Grandmother), Stanford Leef, Jr. (Uncle), Roland Jackon Jr. (Uncle), Ralph Rivas (Uncle), Sampson Dewey, Sr (Uncle), Sampson Dewey Jr. (Cousin), Joe McCann (Uncle), Ed McCann (Grandpa), Mamie Dempsey (great grandma), Betty Dini-Rogers (Grandmother), Herbert Dini (Grandfather), and Alfred Rogers (Grandfather).
He is survived by his wife, Deborah, father Herbert Dini Jr. , mother Cynthia Dewey, seven Brothers:, three Sisters, and six Children: He is also survived by numerous uncles, aunts, and cousins.
Myron is a Protector of the Sacred. He carried the natusooa (medicine) for the people. He offered the medicine to all in need.
Myron's Viewing
Thursday, 9/30 at
5-6 pm immediate family
6-8 pm friends & family
Smiths Funeral Home
505 Rio Vista Drive
Fallon, NV. 89406
Myron's Cry Dance
Friday, 10/1- 6 pm (dusk)
dress warm (outside)
Walker River Paiute Reservation
Myron's property (follow signs)
Schurz, NV 89427
Funeral Services
Saturday, 10/2 at 11 am
Walker River Gym
1127 Cotton Wood Drive
Schurz, NV 89427
Water Protector escort from Gym to Cemetery
*Traditional dinner to follow
If we omitted anyone, we apologize in advance.∼=====================
~ ~ ~ MYRON DEWEY ~ ~ ~
=====================
SHOSHONE PAIUTE
FILMMAKER JOURNALIST
DIGITAL SMOKE SIGNALS
~ Taken from his family, loved ones and all he stood up for, too soon ~
Myron was a passionate filmmaker that stood up for what he believed in. He stood up for the rights for us and our seven generations. He stood up for our land, for nature, for our heritage, for us, our children and our children's children. He stood against destruction and desecration of our land, water and sacred sites.
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