Kehl’s Tribute Center

11/27/2025

On this day of gratitude, we celebrate the warmth of tradition, the love of family, and the memories that give meaning to our lives.

11/26/2025

Veterans deserve more than thanks. We help families honor their service with military tributes and guidance on earned benefits. Learn how we support veterans and their families here: https://www.legacyalaska.com/services/honoring-veterans

11/24/2025

Planning ahead gives your family clarity, comfort, and peace of mind. Our free guide walks you through the steps to make thoughtful choices that reflect your wishes. Download your planning guide here: https://www1.legacyalaska.com/preplanning-guide

11/21/2025

Thoughtful care and the right setting can make all the difference. This family chose Kehl’s Legacy Funeral Home to honor both grandparents and felt supported every step of the way. Learn about our services here: https://www.legacyalaska.com/services/service-options

11/20/2025

Helena was born November 26, 1940, to Pastor Senator Percy Punigroak Ipalook Sr and Lillian Esther Avalikuk Sitkatauk Berryman, in Dubuque, Iowa. Her birth made the front-page news in the evening edition of The Telegraph-Herald and she is believed to be the first Inupaiq born in Dubuque.

Helena passed away peacefully in Anchorage, Alaska, aged 84, with family in attendance.

She loved Alaska’s finest outdoor adventures of fishing, clam digging, and camping. Other favorite pastimes were reading, playing Scrabble, and a good crossword challenge. She enjoyed going to bingo, joking that “they cheated” because her ball was in the window as someone else bingoed- iykyk. Helena took great joy from gifting her hand-knitted or crocheted items to friends and family for special occasions or simply as an “I love you”.

Her greatest joy was spending time with her family and friends, whom she loved dearly.

Helena is survived by her children, in whom she took great pride:

Martha (Victor) Garza, Elizabeth Green, Maria Cuellar, Frank Kitchen, Esther Schermerhorn (Doug Z.); grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great grandchildren,

Siblings: Joan Cuellar and Molly (Hannes) Korpela

Helena was preceded in death by her parents, Percy Sr. And Esther Ipalook, Grandparents Apalook and Sucralook, and Thomas and Molly Berryman. Siblings Elmer, Thomas, Gerald, Milton, Percy Jr., Edward, Fred, and Dolly Ipalook, as well as her son Richard.

In honor of Helena's wishes, the funeral will be held i Kotzebue, Alaska, on Friday, November 21, 2025 at Friend's Church at 1:30 PM with doors opening at 1:00 PM.

Rev. Robert Sheldon to officiate. Helena will be laid to rest at the Kotzebue Cemetery following the service. Potluck will be held at Old Friends Church

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11/20/2025

No two lives are the same, and funerals shouldn’t be either. Our free guide offers 15 meaningful ways to honor your loved one with a service as unique as they were. Download your copy here: https://www1.legacyalaska.com/unique-funeral-options

11/18/2025

In Loving Memory of Timothy Grosdidier

It is with great love and deep sorrow that we share the passing of Timothy Grosdidier, a devoted father, husband, son, brother, and friend. Timothy passed, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, laughter, and generosity that will forever live in the hearts of all who knew him.

Timothy was known for his easy charm and warm smile—he could light up any room and make everyone feel welcome. He had a deep love for the outdoors and found peace in fishing, hunting, and spending time in nature. Above all, Timothy was happiest when caring for his family and helping others. His selflessness and big-hearted spirit touched countless lives.

He will be remembered as a man who loved the Lord Jesus, gave freely of himself, loved deeply, and lived fully. His memory will continue to guide and inspire those who were blessed to know him.

A celebration of Timothy’s life will be held at 1:00 PM on November 16, 2025, at the Alaska Native Heritage Center. Family and friends are invited to come together to celebrate his life, share memories, and find comfort in one another.

Forever loved, forever missed, and forever in our hearts.

He will be forever carried in the hearts of his wife Melelani, children: Caleb, Cecilia, Charlie, Caiden, Phoenix, Vincent, Zachary, Katyana. His mother and father Katherine and Kevin Gottlieb and Rolland and Darlene Grosdidier, his siblings, Angel, Tanya, Marie, Monica and Esther.

It’s not goodbye, it’s till we see you again. Never forgotten.

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11/17/2025

Clara was born May 5th, 1940, in Old Tyonek, Alaska to Paul & Allie Chuitt. Clara was always known for her wonderful cooking and infamous baking skills.

Clara loved her family and always made sure they were well taken care of. You could always find Clara indulging in her favorite activities, crocheting, knitting, word find and jig saw puzzles. Clara loved watching movies such as John Wayne and other old westerns, this was her happy time in front of the television but her favorite happy place was being surrounded by her family. Clara believed in God and trusted in his word, her favorite scripture was Philippians 4:13; I Can Do All Things Through Christ Who Strengthens me. Clara lived and represented Proverbs 31:25, Strength and Dignity are her clothing, and she laughs at the time to come.

Clara is survived by her brother; Lawrence Chuitt, daughters, Donna Phillips, Victoria Bartels (Sam Bartels), grandchildren, Rachel & Joe Filoi, Hannah Bartels, Stacy Chuitt, great great grandchildren, Dimitrius, Aurora, Nolini Braun, and Jaydence Standifer and a host of other relatives and friends. Clara will be forever in our hearts and missed by all who loved and knew her.

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11/17/2025

Love doesn’t go away, it stays with us in every moment.

11/14/2025

Juju was born in Anchorage, Alaska, on November 12th, 2004 to Kasandra Maddox. Juju spent his childhood growing up in Anchorage where he attended schools in the Anchorage School District and graduated from Service High. JuJu aspired to attend school for business with a specialty in real estate, with the hope of eventually becoming a real estate broker. Juju passed away on October 20th, 2025 at the age of 20 in Anchorage, Alaska.

Juju’s family describes him as someone with an unmatched sense of humor and a smile that could light up any room. His sisters knew him as their protector, the one who always had their backs, no questions asked. He loved hard, felt deep, and wore his heart on his sleeve. And when it came to food, Juju didn’t miss a meal or a family gathering for those get-togethers were full of good food, loud laughs, and the occasional food fight.

Juju was a competitor, you could always find him playing NBA 2K, he was the top player in the entire state of Alaska. He also had a passion for sports, playing football, basketball, wrestling, track, and taekwondo. It was on the football field where he truly shined. His talent as a running back was unmatched — and if you ever watched him play, you’d know that seeing him score three touchdowns while carrying five defenders on his back was just another day for Juju.

Juju had immense potential and worked hard to turn early obstacles into positives for himself and his family. His passing leaves a huge hole in the hearts of loved ones. We ask that you remember him for his life and the impact he had on those he loved.

Juju is survived by his mother, Kasandra Maddox, step-mother, Megan Mercier; sisters, LaShawntae Reape and Adriahnna Mercier; grandmothers, Sandra Dervin and Beatrice Reape; uncles, Dimonique Maddox, Karl Maddox Jr., Edwin Reape; aunties, Jasmin Maddox, Latisha Maddox, Mary Nell Maddox, Nicole Reape, and many, many cousins. Juju is preceded in death by his grandfathers Cyril Reape and Karl Maddox Sr.; his cousins Daishon Alex, Precious Alex-Talamaivao, Tyleah Maddox-Livengood, and Dawon Ford.

“Juju, when we meet again, imma punch you so hard for leaving me and Addy!! Please watch over us.” - LaShawntae

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11/14/2025

Cremation doesn’t have to be complicated or costly. Our simple, affordable options are designed to meet real needs with trusted care. Explore cremation packages and pricing on our website: https://www.legacyalaska.com/services/service-options

11/14/2025