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Bonners Ferry Herald | UPDATED 1 month, 3 weeks AGO
| September 3, 2026 1:00 AM

Mishell Temo was among the best known, best liked, and most respected members of the Kootenai Tribe. Born in 1854, he was the son of Temo Little Spotted Blanket and Palestine Handshade Over Eye. His sister was Theresa Temo Bighead.

Mishell Temo married Anntty Mall-Kooss. They had two sons, Joe Mishell and Mike Mishell.

Mishell Temo, age 69, passed away on September 5, 1923 in Bonners Ferry, Idaho.


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