Wilma Mankiller has died.

[TwylaTwobits]

http://www.joplinglobe.com/local/local_story_098003940.html

A bio of her life.

http://www.notablebiographies.com/Lo-Ma/Mankiller-Wilma.html

[MarieDelta]

May she rest in peace.

[Cherokee_Mountaincat]

May her walk on the Path have been peaceful and tranquil, and may she have been met by many friends and family upon her arrival in the meadow.
She was a great Lady, full of pride and conviction and was very determined to make life better for her tribe, and all peoples.
Payello Sister.
Cat

[Aristede]

What's even more incredible about Wilma Mankiller's struggle is that even after suffering that car accident and the 17 subsequent surgeries, amongst other health issues, she was still a fierce advocate and leader for her tribe.