Obituaries

Diedrie (“DJ”) Jo Malloy of Kincheloe, MI (age 68) a strong Anishnabe Kwe from the Sault Tribe of Chippewa Indians started her journey to the Spirit World on January 25, 2023.

Diedrie (“DJ”) Malloy was born on September 29th, 1954, to Joanne and Skip Hanchera. She grew up moving from coast to coast with her parents and three brothers, as her father was in the Navy. They settled in Sault Ste. Marie, the home of her parents and tribal community, which she embraced with all her heart. Her Anishinaabe name is Waabishki Binesi Ikwe (White Thunderbird Woman) named by her Tribe’s Traditional Healer.

Diedrie (“DJ”) Malloy attended Sault High, Lake Superior State University, and Michigan State University and leaves behind a legacy of civic leadership at the local and Tribal level. She served in several elected and appointed positions throughout her life all of which complimented her dedicated service to her communities. She was a gift to this world that will be forever cherished by her family, friends, and community.

She is survived by her husband, ED Malloy; her son, Sam Malloy (Paige Duran); her grandson, Miles Hinton; siblings, Dale (Pam) Hanchera and Darby Hanchera; her cherished nieces and nephews: John Ryan Hanchera, Kassi Dean, Sierra and Shelby Hanchera, and her close friends, Dee Dee Frasure, Barbara Willis Parker, and Tahneal Willis Parker.

She is preceded by her parents Joanne and Skip Hanchera, and Brother John Hanchera.

There will be a traditional Anishinaabe ceremony beginning January 27, 2023, at 5 p.m. at the Niigaanagiizhik Building in Sault Sainte Marie, MI followed by a pipe ceremony at 7 P.M. Viewing will be Saturday, January 28th at 11:00 am with Traditional services to follow.

Chi Ishpiming Babaamise Waabishki Binesi Ikwe

Galer Funeral Homes & Cremation in Pickford, Michigan, is serving the family. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.galerfuneralhomes.com.