- Date Of Birth: April 6, 1951
- Date Of Death: October 13, 2021
- State: Minnesota
Robert Day Whipple, 70, “Waabashkimi-gizii” which means “White Eagle” of Cass Lake, Minnesota began his spiritual journey on Wednesday, October 13th, 2021, from the Sanford Hospital in Bemidji, MN. Robert was born in Cass Lake, MN on April 6, 1951, to George Whipple and Margaret Day.
Robert enjoyed attending and dancing at powwows. He attended college and earned his degree in English and spoke fluent Ojibwe and Russian. Robert was the type of man who left a lasting impression on everyone he met. He worked for Little Six, Inc. in the human resources division before moving to the homeland to work as the Human Resources Director. Robert traveled a lot, not just for his work but for his own enjoyment as well. He served in the United States Army honorably, Robert is a brother in arms and a brother for life.
Family that welcomes Robert to the spirit world are his parents; Margaret and George, brothers; Bill, Jimmy, Chuck and George, grandparents, nieces; Geraldine and Heather, nephew; “Punky” Douglas Whipple, sister in-law; Josie Whitefeather and several other family members.
He leaves behind his only child; Elliott Whipple of Cass Lake, brothers; John Whipple of Walnut Grove and Spencer Whitefeather of Guthrie, sister; Irene McNeil of Red Lake, grandchild; Kayl Harper, great grandchild; Christopher Harper, aunt; Mary Ann Cross, many nieces and nephews, numerous other relatives and friends.
