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AKWESASNE – Tanner Austin Scott Jock, 31, of 111 Francis Jock Memorial Road, unexpectedly passed away Friday, July 8, 2022, in Tsi Snaihne.

Tanner was born on March 23, 1991, the son of Delores "Dee" Jock and Daniel Lazore, Sr. He attended schools in Akwesasne before going Cornwall Collegiate Vocational School.

Tanner worked various jobs throughout the community. He had a great love for fishing and enjoyed spending time with his family, dancing, and will fondly be remembered for his great ability to make others laugh. Tanner also loved working on the race car with his Totaman.

In addition to his parents, Tanner is also survived by his stepfather, Ken Cole; his chosen parents, Bryan and Stephanie Cole; his siblings, Taylor Cole (Kanathonson Horn-David), Tristyn Jock-Cole, Trinity Jock-Cole, Tritan Jock-Cole, Daniel Lazore, Jr., JodiJoe Sunday, Brittani Lazore, Brian Cole, and Cheri Cole, his chosen brother, Dakota Lazore and his former companion of 17 years, Amy Benedict.

He is also survived by his god parents, Marietta Jock and Troy Mitchell, his godchildren, Daze George and Wade Adams; his aunts and uncles, Dawn, Marietta, Thomas Jr. (Kim), Tanya (Jay), and Justin; and many additional aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins, and friends.

Tanner was predeceased by his grandparents, Tom and Esther Jock, Louie and Phyllis Lazore; his aunt, Bulla; and uncle, "Jom bay".

Friends called at his home, 111 Francis Jock Memorial Road. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Friday, July 15th at The St. Regis Catholic Church with Rev. Jerome Pastores officiating.

Arrangements were under the care and guidance of the Donaldson Funeral Home, Massena, where friends may share memories and offer condolences online at http://www.donaldsonfh.com.