By Jennifer Cadotte
Public Relations Specialist
3/28/2025
Francis Michael “Mike” Tribble is widely recognized as an Ogichidaa “Warrior” within Native American communities across the nation.
Together with his brother, Fred Tribble, Mike played a pivotal role in challenging the state of Wisconsin to reaffirm treaty rights on ceded territories, thereby enforcing tribal sovereignty.
Together with his brother, Fred Tribble, Mike played a pivotal role in challenging the state of Wisconsin to reaffirm treaty rights on ceded territories, thereby enforcing tribal sovereignty.
Beyond his advocacy, Mike was a prominant leader in the founding of numerous tribal entities that continue to thrive today.
With gratitude and respect, we honor Mike’s legacy, knowing that his impact will reverberate through the generations.
Let us celebrate the life he lived – a life full of courage, purpose, and devotion.
We remember him, we honor him, and we carry his work forward.
The Lac Courte Oreilles Tribal Governing Board issued a Proclamation Honoring the Legacy of Francis Michael “Mike” Tribble on March 28, 2025.