Mr. Ambrose was what many called, the backbone of the Mashpee Tribe during his life. He was a fisherman, and natural Indian man, proud of his heritage. Always busy, caring for the Old Indian Church, with coats and white paint that probably was responsible for its survival since the 1600's. He made wood markers for graves of those in need and kept the grounds neat. Ambrose had a little black car which he kept running, skilled in the art of making do with what he had. Whenever a Mashpee family needed help, the little car would appear with something of substance to get us over the hard times. He was also very involved in the politics of Mashpee as a member of the elder men's council and deeply loved.