Reuben Teesatuskie

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Obituary of Reuben Teesatuskie The family of Reuben Teesatuskie, 68, of Cherokee, North Carolina is saddened to announce his passing on October 19,2020. He is preceded in death by his parents, Jonah and Estella Arch Teesatuskie; his brothers David Arch of Kingsport, Tennessee and Richard Teesatuskie of Cherokee; an infant son, Jason Teesatuskie; and his sister, Rosalee Teesatuskie Smiley of Cherokee. He is survived by his companion of twenty five years and wife of fifteen years, Maxine , who has been by his side for forty years. In addition to her, he is survived by his daughters: Nylah Teesatuskie, of the home, Misty (Robby) and Candi (Monk), and his step daughter, Jackie Beck; all of Cherokee. He leaves behind twelve grandchildren, four great grandchildren as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Reuben is also survived by his brothers: Raymond and Roy, both of Cherokee; his sisters: Ramona “Pee-wee” and Rowena (Dean) , also of Cherokee. Reuben was former editor of the Cherokee One Feather as well as a former manager of the Cherokee Ceremonial Grounds. He was a Cherokee Police officer for approximately ten years. He worked the Barnette Fire Tower for the U.S. Forest Service. He worked for Sequoyah Towing in his later years. He worked under the leadership of Chief John Crowe, at which time he served two terms as a Big Cove Council Representative. Reuben was the owner and operator of his own security business as well as starting the FBI Traders business with his late brother, Richard. He was a volunteer fireman and first responder at one time in addition to working with the original Rescue Squad with John Harlan back in the day. Reuben was a police commissioner from October 2009 until his passing. Reuben traveled to various Pow-wows as both a food vendor and later as a craft vendor, making many friends along the way. He was responsible for renting the YellowHill Community buildings for approximately ten years. Reuben enjoyed family get togethers, friends, talking to and meeting people. He was a fan of gospel music and watching the kids, grandkids and great grandkids enjoying themselves and having fun. Most of all, he was a great son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend to all that knew him. He will be greatly missed by family and friends. A graveside service will be held for Reuben Teesatuskie on Thursday, October 22,2020 at 2:00pm at Drama Cemetery. Pastor Ann French will be officiating. Pallbearers will be Jordan Bennett, Monk Walkingstick, Jonah Teesatuskie, Gavin Teesatuskie, Gary Teesatuskie Jr., Richard “Duck” Welch, Kaos Teesatuskie and Kain Teesatuskie. All attendants must wear a mask at all times. Please practice social distancing as well. Long House Funeral Home assisted with arrangements
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Thursday
22
October

GraveSide Service

2:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Thursday, October 22, 2020
Drama Cemetery
Drama Hill Rd
Cherokee, North Carolina, United States

Covid-19 Precautions

All Attendants Must wear a mask and practice social distancing.
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