Abenaki Chiefs

Past and Present

These are the past and present chiefs who have guided the Abenaki Nation of Missisquoi throughout the years. Their names bear testament to our community's rich history and enduring spirit.

  • 1974-1974: Wayne “Chubby” Hoague
  • 1974-1980: Homer St. Francis
  • 1980-1987: Leonard “Blackie” Lampman
  • 1987: Lester Lampman - Interim
  • 1987-1996: Homer St. Francis
  • 1996-2012: April St.Francis/Rushlow/Merrill
  • 2012: John Churchill - Interim
  • 2012-2013: Carlton “Joe” Bertrand Jr.
  • 2013- 2017: Lawrence “Moose” Lampman
  • 2017: Ronny Burt - Interim
  • 2017-2019: Eugene Rich
  • 2019-2022: Richard Menard
  • 2022-2023: Joanne Crawford - Interim
  • 2023-2025: Brenda Gagne