‘True warrior’ Andrew Mixemong also remembered for laughter

By Andrew Philips Toronto Star July 14 2012

CHRISTIAN ISLAND, ONT.—People from all walks of life gathered here Saturday to say goodbye to a ‘true warrior’ known for his love, compassion and happiness.

Andrew Mixemong, 59, an Ojibwa, who was beaten to death outside a Midland restaurant last week while apparently defending his wife, was lovingly remembered for his generosity, goodwill, kindness, and especially sense of humour during a two-hour service that drew more than 700 people from across North America to this Georgian Bay island.