I will sure miss my brother Charlie Jimmie Sr. He had his ways and charms on how to do what he did best. He taught us much, and told me many stories of his younger days. I myself was raised by his mother and stepdad. His mom adopted me in her clan Coho/Raven and I got her brother’s Tlingit name. This is how he and I are related.
Charlie was proud to be our Geisun dance leader. As the lead dancer, he taught me properly. Our entrance song was awe-inspiring. We had many hours as a group and went everywhere to perform. What a great feeling it is to see a happy crowd. Charlie was a great leader.
He did much for me, and I’ll never forget that. He was my brother. He made us all proud of who we are. He will be missed.
Phillip Jackson