Marlene Johnson, a Hoonah-born Tlingit woman who spent more than six decades in leadership roles for a wide range of Alaska Native entities, died Sunday at the age of 90.
“We are heartbroken to note the passing of our beloved friend, mentor, and colleague, Slath Jaa Klaa / Lákooti Marlene Johnson, a fearless warrior for Alaska Native land claims, rights, and education and one of the original incorporators of Sealaska,” a lengthy profileof her…