Gene was a Vietnam Veteran and worked for the Unites States Postal service for over 20 years, retiring 5 years ago. Something dear to his heart was helping veterans, whether that was through talking, encouragement, listening or the sweat lodge.
Gene Artishon, Red Cliff tribal member, was a teacher, mentor, spiritual leader, activist and father. Gene is survived by (Karen Nomeland) and children Gina, Kara and Kristin; (Candace Aldun) and children Katherine, Eli, and Victoria. Gene is also survived by wife Nancy Campbell and four stepchildren. Gene is survived by sisters Mary Casey, Eva (Jim) Newbert, Rose Scott, Muriel (Crash) Krogman, Ruth (Gary) Pfeffer, Dorothy (Dan) Gage, Grace (Ron) Artishon, Vicy Artishon and brothers John "Jack" Artishon and Bart Artishon. He leaves behind 9 grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Gene was preceded in death by parents George (Red Cliff tribal member) and Grace (White Earth tribal member) Artishon.
