Eloska Whipman Vernon Harragarra

[fretg]

Sad news today, of the passing of Vernon Harragarra. The pow wow world and Otoe-Misouria tribe lost a great friend. As you may know, Vernon, has been battling cancer.

The family advises, services are pending and Vernon will be brought back to Oklahoma, for traditional burial services at the Otoe-Missouria tribal cemetery.

Keep the Harragarra family in your thoughts and prayers.

[superndngyrl]

Vernon Harragara Passed

Its A Sad Day In Indian Country. Vernon Harragarra Passed Away Last Night . He Will Be Buried At Otoe Sunday. He Was A Very Outstanding Man And Straight Dancer. He Cared Alot For His People And Will Truly Be Missed. So Keep The Harragarra Family In Your Prayers. Thank You.

[superndngyrl]

hey you posted same time i did.

[Blackbear]

I just heard this a few hours ago... My sincerest condolences to everyone in the family! As a dancer and as a person he was just an awesome person... and his loss will be felt by many.

[Blackbear]

I merged the threads for the both of you...

[native nation]

our prayers are with the family.

[chazziff]

yes prayers and condolences for the family ...

vernon was my partner's "straight dancing heros" ... his words

[luvstraightdancrs]

Prayers from our house as well. He was a strong supporter of the Otoe Eloska, he will be missed.

[Ivanasnagu]

My condolences to the Harragarra family and the Otoe tribe. Vernon was one of the most honorable men. He will be remembered as a kind soul and an awesome straight dancer.

[luvstraightdancrs]

Just received word, funderal services are Wednesday, June 25th at noon. Funeral feast to follow. Viewing and wake services will be Monday and Tuesday evening at the Otoe-Missouri Complex in Red Rock, OK. Please keep the family in your prayers

[Coyot_In_The_House]

Always admired his Dancing......

Carried himself in a respectful way both in and outside the Arena.....Good Man.

[walela49]

oh my gosh...sooooo sorry to hear this

[ndn lady]

YOU CAN GO ON Welcome To The Ponca City News AND CLICK ON OBITUARIES. HE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED BY ALL.

[WhoMe]

My brother and sister grew up with Vernon's children Brian, Nicole and Quinn. I was priviledged to be on Vernon's email list. Through his invitation, I danced in the Otoe-Missouria Eloska.

He was one of the Icons of straight dancing.


RIP VERNON.

[Auqquor]

Thank you!

Hello all,

This is my first post here and while I wouldn't want to presume to speak for the rest of my relatives, I am a member of the Harragarra family and I would like to thank those of you who remember Vernon Harragarra and have expressed your thoughts, prayers and condolences.