Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel

09/24/2025

Milfred Longee

Milfred Longee passed away on September 23rd at Billings Clinic. Funeral services are pending at this time.

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09/24/2025

Stacy Crowe

Stacy Crowe, born February 3, 1968, in Poplar, MT passed away on September 18, 2025 in Poplar, Montana. Stacy graduated from Brockton High School in 1986. After graduation, Stacy embarked on a new chapter by starting a family with Judy Falcon. From that union was the birth of his two sons, Lawrence and Theo.

He had various jobs locally. He loved firefighting during the time MIFF crews were being dispatched to fires throughout the United Staes. Other jobs included a hired hand with Nygaard Farms and Anderson Ranch. Stacy's true passion was helping people and sharing his time generously.

He loved to help out with yard work, often helping neighbors and friends maintain their outdoor spaces. His willingness to lend a hand extended beyond physical labor; he frequently babysat his nephews and nieces, cherishing the moments spent with his family. Stacy's affection for his family was evident in the way he cared for and loved all of them deeply.

Known for his cheerful personality, Stacy was always ready to share a story or a joke, making everyone around him laugh and feel at ease. His sense of humor and storytelling ability made him a beloved figure among friends and family alike. Stacy's kindness, humor, and willingness to help others left a lasting impression on everyone he knew.

He is survived by his beloved sister, Carolyn Longtree, brothers Eugene Crowe. Stanley Longtree and Mathew Longtree; his son Theo Crowe; his daughter Alyssa Cree Mejia-Crowe; his aunt Pauline Lewis; uncle David Lewis; nieces Alexandrea Crowe Shepard, Faith Longtree, Maireon Walking Eagle, Brooklyn and Danica Bullcalf; nephews Ethan Longtree, Alex Bullcalf Jr., Tyson Crowe, and Kyle Crowe; and cousins Loretta Brown, Marques Brown, and Emma Lewis. Stacy is also survived by a special granddaughter Eileen Lambert of Brockton. Additionally, he had various other nieces and nephews that are too numerous to mention but know he loved them all. He also leaves behind numerous relatives including the Birds, Walking Eagles, Jones, Fast Horses, Black Dogs, White Hawks, Winds, Longees, Crowes, and Melbournes. If we have missed anyone, we are sorry, it was not our intention.

Stacy was preceded in death by his parents Lois Longtree and Richard Feather; son Lawrence Crowe; uncles Curtis (Curt) Lewis, Stanley (Jinx) Crowe, Theodore (Mitty) Crowe, and a special friend Kathleen Lambert.

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09/24/2025

Charles "Chuck" Rathert

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our father, Charles Rathert, who departed his life peacefully on September 17, 2025, after a long struggle with dementia. He was born on June 25th in 1947 in Wolf Point, Montana to Francis and Charles Rathert. He was the youngest of four siblings, Donna, Fred and Bill.

He was a devoted father to his 3 children, Tiffany, Tarah, and Bron. He was also a proud grandfather to 6 grandkids, Jordan, Sawyer, Sayer, Creed, Ryder, and Ryland. Chuck’s final time was spent back in his hometown at Faith Lutheran Home, where he was able to spend time pestering his older brothers Fred and Bill Rathert, before their passing in September 2022 and December 2024. Chuck was also blessed to have his nieces and nephew checking in on him prior to his death.

Dad was always a hardworking man, beginning his career here in Wolf Point at the family dealership, formally known as Rathert Ford. Chuck then moved his family to Minnesota and finally Texas, where he continued to work in the automotive industry. He was a stout Republican and had a great sense of humor. His journey on this earth was one marked by love, compassion, and an unwavering faith in God.

A family gathering will be held at a later date to celebrate Chuck’s life. He will be laid to rest next to family at Greenwood Cemetery in Wolf Point, Montana.

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09/23/2025

Hope can be found in the little moments—laughter with family, a walk outdoors, or simply watching the sun set on a hard day. Even in difficult times, choosing hope helps light the way forward. 💛

At Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel, we’re here to walk alongside you, reminding you that brighter days are ahead.

09/17/2025

Every family has their own unique wishes when it comes to saying goodbye. Whether you choose burial or cremation, what matters most is creating a service that reflects your loved one’s life, values, and story.

At Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel, we’re here to help you explore every option and design a service that feels meaningful and personal. 💐

Reach out to us at (877) 257-6186 to talk through what’s possible.

09/16/2025

Arthur Kurokawa

Arthur Kurokawa, 97, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 16, 2025, at Faith Home in Wolf Point, Montana. He was born in Wolf Point, Montana on November 18, 1927, the 5th of six children born to Tom Jitsujiro Kurokawa and Mary Tatsuko Imai Kurokawa. His family is very grateful to the Faith Home and its staff for the wonderful heartful care he received during his stay there.

Art attended elementary and high school in Wolf Point, graduating in 1945 where he especially enjoyed his high school football career coached by his favorite teacher and coach, Bob Lowrey. He enlisted in the U. S. Army and was inducted into service on June 19, 1946, completing Basic Training where he qualified as a sharpshooter and was the assigned to the 82nd Airborne division at Fort Bragg, North Carolina for advanced training. He was an Antitank Gun Crewman specialist, earning Parachutist and 30 caliber M1 rifle sharpshooter badges and received the World War II Victory Medal. After being honorably discharged from the Army, Art returned to Wolf Point, working at the Wolf Point Café owned by his parents, and later became joint owner with his brother James. Art later bought into and managed the City Meat Company until 1979, then worked briefly for the City of Wolf Point and successfully managed the Wolf Point Elks Club. Art completed his working career as the head cook at Wolf Point High School where he is remembered by many students who enjoyed the special hot lunch meals while they attended WPHS in the 1990s.

In 1953 Art married the love of his life, Dorothy Kluth, and together they made their home in Wolf Point where they raised their three sons, Duane, Larry, and Mark. They were married for 53 years until the passing of Dorothy on January 7, 2006, from complications related to multiple sclerosis. The entire family loved their hunting outings, mostly done in the Vida area.

Art was one of the founding fathers of Airport Club when in 1958 he and a group of golf enthusiasts carved out a golf course at its present site. About five or six of the guys would walk abreast, mowing out the prairie grass with their personal lawn mowers. This talented musician used his beautiful voice in service to his Lord singing in the 1st Presbyterian Choir for many years. He also served in church governance on the Session. Church attendance was not optional for Art and Dorothy and sons. As a community minded pillar of the community, Art served on school board beginning 1971. A regular early morning coffee crew fixture going back to the days of Sweet Shop, Wolf Point Café and Old Town Grill, Art gathered with his friends and fellow businessmen for his daily enlightenment.

Art was an avid fan of his kids and grandkids following them all over the state into his 90s to cheer them on in their extracurricular activities.

Art was preceded in death by his parents, wife Dorothy, brothers Leonard, James, and Grant, sisters Norma and June and daughter in law Tammie Kurokawa. He is survived by sons Duane (Rosie), Larry (Kim), and Mark, grandchildren Aaron, Lisa, Quinn, Keaton, Chris, Brenna and Caden, and great grandchildren Ava, Ella, and Arya.

Art was a blessing to all who knew him. If you would like to make a donation in honor of Art, please consider The Faith Home Foundation, Airport Golf Club or charity of your choice.

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09/16/2025

Curtis Lewis

Curtis Lewis, born on June 15, 1961, in Poplar, MT, passed away on September 14, 2025, in Brockton, MT. He lived a fulfilling life, earning his education at Brockton High School, graduating in 1979, and furthering his studies at SIPI, where he received his Electrical Engineer Certification. Curtis dedicated his career to working at West Electronics and at Ho-Chunk Casino.

Curtis had a love for the outdoors, finding joy in hunting and fishing. He enjoyed cruising and frequently spent time listening to music with his family and friends, creating lasting memories along the way.

He is survived by his beloved sister, Pauline Lewis; his brother, David Lewis; and his son, Ben Wind (Eugene Mckay). Additionally, he leaves behind numerous relatives including Birds, Walking Eagle, Jones, Fast Horse, Blackdogs, Whitehawks, Winds, Longees, Crowes, and Melbournes. The family acknowledges that if we have failed to mention someone, it was not our intention.

Curtis was preceded in death by his parents, Fred and Gladys Lewis; his brothers, Stanley (Poncho), Stanley (Jinx), Theodore (Mitty), and William; his sister, Lois Longtree; as well as numerous relatives and friends who will remember him fondly.

A Rosary will be held at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Poplar, MT on September 22, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Following this, a Mass will take place on September 23, 2025, at 10:00 AM, also at the church. His burial will follow at Riverside Catholic Cemetery.

Curtis Lewis will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

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09/16/2025

Winona "Nona Sioux" Longee

Winona "Nona Sioux" Longee passed away on September 14, 2025 in Poplar. She was born on June 21, 1990 to Sarah Longee and Russell Fly.

She is survived by her 4 boys, Raylando James Red Eagle, Dashaun Jamal Red Eagle, Dreyton Jayce Dean Red Eagle, Jathan Reuben Russell Red Eagle; mother, Sarah (Rich) Conquering Bear, and family Serenity Conquering Bear, Juanito Conquering Bear; sister, Iris Jean (Corey) Youpee and family Vaden Lee Cooeyate, Vaden Lee Cooeyate, Vandene Lynn Corieena Cooeyate, Verma Lerae Cooeyate, Gordon Dene Cooeyate; brother, Emerson Comes Last Jr. and family Maleena Mary ComesLast, Malea Harlyn Rattling Thunder, Emileen Vandra Comes Last, Emerson Vaden Comes Last III, Malone Comes Last, Joannthony Miller; sister, Diondra Lee Fast Horse, and family, Anjelito Michael Martinez, Gabriela Amore Martinez, Kingston Brave Martinez; brother, Rain Sky Fast Horse and family, Terrence David Fast Horse, Sylvester Jay Fast Horse; brother, Dion A Fast Horse Jr.; sister, Unique Leigh Fast Horse and family, Kings Leigh Mae Fast Horse; aunt, Anita Hale, Marie Fast Horse, Lawrence Fast Horse, Marcus Fast Horse, Ervin Diserly, Michael Diserly, Tyreik Diserly, Andrea Hale; aunt, Tanya Nation, Letitia Jones-Lilley, Harold Red Eagle III, Tristin Jackson, Luke Jackson, Francesca Jackson; Priscilla Jones, James Scott, DeMarko Shoots, Angel White; aunt, Sonia Jones; aunt, Jennifer Jones, DJ Martell, Imani Bullchief, Eddie Jones, Lyrxx Jones; uncle, Steven Jones III, Steven D. Jones IV, Sierra Jones, Skyla Jones, Terrell Jones, Andre Jones, step daughter, Harmony Red Star, Tarren Jones, Skyler Jones; aunt, Wilma Longee Huravitch, Candy BlackDog, Troy BlackDog, Alex Crazy Bull, Charla Patton, Aric Crazy Bull, Carly Crazy Bull; grandmother, Verlynn Longee, Kim Longee, Elisie Longee, Tashina Longee, Erroll Longee, Robert Longee, Makayla Hascon; grandfather’s family from Sprit Lake Tribes, Eugene and Sylvia Hale; aunts and uncles, Carmen Hale, Michelle Hale, Jessica Hale, Mike Iron Hawk, Elvis Demarce; uncle, Juan Jarez (Cheyeene) and children; Domingo (Luann) Juarez Jr. and children, Angela, Amanda, Alicia, Akesha, Miguel, Cruz; father, Russell Fly; brothers and sisters, Colin Fly, Josiah Fly, Isabella Fly; Brady, Harper Fly; Brett Fly; Bretty Fly Jr., Baylen Fly; Keva Fly; Elijah Dubray Jr., Elirah Dubray; Keanna Fly, Riley Fly, Casey Fly; Tommy Fly, Russ Fly Jr., Richard Wayne Fly; aunt, Adrienne Fly and Jordan Fly; aunties and cousins, Lois Fly, Deana Wyrick, Carl Wyrick; Jennie Fly, Sandra (DeeDee) Fly, Adrienne Fly, Larry Jo Richards, Phillip Richards, Mitzi Richards, Alice Richards; Sandy Fly, Otto Fly, James Fly, Elwood Cuny; Becky Plain Bull, William Pain Bull, and Charlene Plain Bull and their kids.

She was preceded in death by uncle, Eugene Hale Jr.; grandma, Mildred Longee, Hazel Longee, Mary Rose Kohlman; uncle, Tony Juarez, Alberto (Beto) Juarez, Gerald Longee; aunt, Rosa Juarez; cousin, Reuben Black Dog; niece, Dasani Black Dog; cousins, Eugene (Tubby) Longee, Carla Rose Longee, Aaron Longee, Michael Mitchell, Patrick Mitchell. She has so many relatives too many to mention.

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09/16/2025

Matthew Earl Black Thunder

Our beloved son, brother, nephew, uncle and cousin Matthew “Matt-E” Black Thunder was tragically taken from us unexpectedly September 11, 2025.

Matt-E was born to Russell E. Black Thunder and Earlene L. Jones July 2, 1984 in Sidney, Montana. Like in many native families he was raised by his grandparents, Flora May Eagle Boy and Gay Sparvier. During those years living on “the Hill” he spent a lot of time at his aunts and uncles’ home (Allen and Verdine). Him and the boys would play kick the can, basketball, video games and take nature walks on Sundays.

He attended Poplar Schools and graduated from Poplar High School. In 2011 he met Adriana Ruiz they were married in 2017 in which he gained bonus daughters, Kahomi, Angela, Patricia, and Audrey. They divorced in 2022 but remained friends.

Matt was currently working the garden at F.P.C.C. - which he loved to do. In the past years he was employed to do fencing. He was in pool leagues and enjoyed playing and being around his friends.

Everyone that knew Matt-E knew he lived to cruise, sip and jam his music.

Matthew is survived by his maternal side grandmother, Vivian Jones; aunts, DeAnna (Sam) Red Star, Marta Jones, Nancy Jones and family; bonus children Kahomi, Angela, Patricia and Audrey; cousins, Christine, Raina, Sami, Antoinette, Marcus, Myles, Brent, William, Earl and Duran Taylor, Dorrell and Donelle Black Thunder, Travis, Josh and Jake Black Thunder, Jasmyne Hamilton, Josh and Noah Sparvier, Nelson and Shane Olney. His surviving paternal side sister, Yolanda Parshall (Kristin and Nicole and families); Steffie Ann and Marcella Eagle Boy, Verdine and Allen Russell, Kim and Robin Sparvier, Gloria Buckles, Pauline Boxer, Rose Longee, Vern, Myron, Robert, and Lawrence Red Eagle, Linda and Dave Lezard and Myra and Jon Daniels, Cheryl and Herald Boyd, Mr. and Mrs. Tony Iron Bear, and Robert Harrington; aunts Holly Hopkins, Carol Black Thunder and Dreamis EagleBoy; grandmas Naomi Young and Juanita Youngman; uncles Terry EagleBoy and Adrian (Peggy) Ireland.

Matt is preceded in death by his Mama, Earlene L. Jones; father, Russell “Schmo” Black Thunder; his maternal and paternal grandparents, Virginia Big Talk and Earl Jones Jr., and Flora May Eagle Boyd and Edward Black Thunder; special friend Winona "Nona Sioux" Longee; his beloved dog Ablazin; and many other family members that have gone on before him.

Until we meet again little brother, you will be deeply missed every day.

Matt came from a large family on both sides. Extended families include, Red Eagles, Iron Bears, Eagle Boys, Lamberts, Sparviers, Johnsons, Big Talk, Walking Eagle, Lewis, Melbourne, Fast Horse, Birds, Grey Hawk, Eagleman, and White Hawk families. If we forgot anyone we apologize.

A wake will be held on Tuesday, September 23rd at 7:00 p.m., funeral services will be held on Wednesday, September 24th at 11:00 a.m. all at the Poplar Cultural Center. Interment will follow at Poplar City Cemetery. Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel has been entrusted with arrangements.

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09/16/2025

Earlene Lucy Jones

Earlene Lucy Jones, age 65, passed away on September 11, 2025. Earlene entered the gates to Heaven with her son Matthew Earl by her side. Earlene was born on July 9, 1960 to Virginia Big Talk and Earl Jones Jr.

She graduated from Poplar High School in 1979. She worked at the Poplar Hospital as a CNA. She also worked for many years at the Fort Peck Tribes Minerals Department. She later stopped working and became a homemaker. Always cooking or baking something delicious. She made awesome sugar cookies, peanut butter cookies, her peanut butter frosting was the bomb!

Earlene met the love of her life Russell “Schmo” Black Thunder. To this union their only son Matthew Earl Black Thunder was born. They later separated but remained very good friends throughout the years. Matt was their world.

Earlene was very fashionable. Always dressed to the nines. Matching from head to toe. Hair down to her knees. Always a smile on her face. She was very passionate about her gardening and growing her sunflowers. Always sharing her harvest with everyone. She was an advocate of Food Sovereignty. Something she believed in whole heartedly. She was also active in community organizations.

Earlene will be remembered for having a loving and caring heart. No matter who it was she always stopped to listen and lend a helping hand. She always greeted you with a smile, and left you with an “I Love You” and warm hug.

Earlene gave her heart to God. And attended church and bible study at the Pentecostal Church of God. She loved going to church and held a special place for her church family.

Earlene is survived by her mother Vivian Jones; sisters DeAnna Jones (Sam Red Star) and Marta Jones; brother Mevin Hale Jr of Englewood, CO; adopted son Octavio Williams of Billings, MT; nieces Christine Jones, Raina and Sami Red Star and Antoinette WiseSpirit; nephews Marcus Hale, Myles, Brent, William and Earl Jones, Duran Taylor; grandchildren Nicholas, Gabriel, Mia, LaTia, Hunter, Brent Jr., Azalea and Eli Jones, Kahomi, Angela, Patricia and Audrey, Tefton Bear, Joseph Youpee; aunts Rose Morsette, Naomi Young, Juanita Youngman, Donna Follette.

Earlene came from a huge family on all sides. Too many to name. But please know that she loved you all. Extended family includes: Jones, Big Talk, Walking Eagle, Lewis, Melbourne, Fast horse, Bird, Gray Hawk, Eagleman and White Hawk.

Earlene was preceded in death by her mother Virgina Big Talk; her father Earl Jones Jr.; brothers Tony Lee, Guy, William Earl, Darrell Moses and Earl Jones III; niece Heather Ann Jones.

Earlene was an animal lover. She would often feed the stray animals downtown. She had by her side her boy Pepper, her two girls Ablazin and Cicely. Also, her cats Maxx, Bobbi and Gar. She loved them with all her heart.

Earlene: our daughter, sister, aunt, grandmother, cousin and friend, you will be greatly missed. We will speak of you often. Remember your laughter and all the loving and crazy memories we have of you. Your warm hug and “I Love You”.

Matthew Earl: our grandson, nephew, cousin and uncle, we will miss you dearly. You entered the gates of Heaven with your momma. We will cherish your memory always. Love you both forever.

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09/15/2025

Ronald YellowHammer Jr.

Ronald Joseph Yellow Hammer Jr (September 20th, 1957-September 12th, 2025) Wambdi Wakandiya (High Eagle) Sioux Traditional name.

Ronald Yellow Hammer Jr, age 67, left this world unexpectedly, but peacefully at his home in Brockton, MT on Friday, September 12th, 2025.

Our Dad, grandpa, brother, great grandpa Ronald J. Yellow Hammer Jr was born September 20, 1957 in Poplar, MT. He was the beloved son of Ronald YH & Carole Spotted Bird, both deceased. Ronald was raised by his grandma Nancy Two Shields of Cannonball, ND on the Standing Rock Reservation.

Ronald went to school various places. He attended Mormon school in Idaho during the Mormon placement his 7th & 8th grade years. He then went back to Poplar High School his freshman year of school, and went back to living with his grandma Nancy where he attended Solen High School in Solen, ND. He then graduated Solen High School in 1975. After he graduated high school, he enlisted in the Army in 1975, but was honorably discharged in 1976. Both of our parents; Ronald & Sandra Yellow Hammer graduated from UTTC (United Tribes Technical College) with their AAS degrees.

During his time attending Solen, he met the love of his life, our mom Sandra Yellow Hammer, and soon after mom graduated, they got married October 14th, 1977. From this union came six children and niece that they raised since she was 6 months old as their own. Our parents (Ronald & Sandra YH) moved to Montana in the 1980s where they made their home and raised all seven of their children.

Ronald was working with the Fort Peck Tribes Community Service Program as the elder meal delivery. He worked 12 years and 4 months for the Community Service Program, as dad/papa had to retire in 2023 for a year, but came back to work for the elder program again as he worked all his life so staying home was not an option. Dad/papa had previous jobs in his years of life, he worked at A&S Industries for over 10 years, The Fort Peck Youth Detention Center as a Correctional officer, he was a cop, and he was a firefighter with our mom, Sandra, for many, many years. Dad lived his life to the fullest up until his passing.

Our dad/papa loved his wife, whom passed on 9 years ago and now is reunited with, as he missed her a lot in the past years. Dad/papa enjoyed Powwows and listening to music. He had a variety of music which included old country, but what he listened to a lot was our drum beat powwow music. We loved that our dad/papa always enjoyed family time, cook outs and just visiting. He would always make homemade chili or bean soup in which he would call or text you, “It is done, come eat.”

He loved to go to sporting events especially when his grandchildren were involved in them. You would catch him at basketball games. Dad/papa was a fisherman and hunter in his younger years of his life. He would take his children our fishing, and provide meat for the family when he would go out hunting.

Our dad/papa was a devoted father. He was always there to offer guidance, love, and a hearty laugh. He cherished family gatherings, and his presence at holiday and celebrations brought warmth and joy to those around him. Our dad/papa legacy of being who he is will forever will be etched in our hearts.

Our dad/papa Ronald is survived by his children, grandchildren, and great grands. Oldest to the youngest, with their children and grandchildren, great grands. Jennifer (Matthew) Rattling Thunder. April (Tyler) Brown. Tyson, Remi, Easton Craft, and Terri Gail. Wambidi Yellow Hammer. Wasgya mani Win. Elizabeth (Taylor) BlackdogBear. Gabe BD, Shannon & Shauna Chase. Laureen (Miles) Boxer. Allen (Toby) Russell. Beckett Youpee. Princess (Quindale) Russell, Marilynn YH. Malcom (Jaidyn) Yellow Hammer. Sanda & Xela Yellow Hammer. Allen III (Morgen) Russell. Maryah Russell. Preslie Russell, Sebastian & Zoran Yellow Hammer. Kyra Stormy. Wilma (Jage) Yellow Hammer. Lucille Hart. Sharna, Lynn Swann, Travis and Shante’ Bets His Medicine. Joseph (Angela) Yellow Hammer. Evelyn Yellow Hammer, Amari & Asaiph Yellow Hammer, Joseph Jr, Kayden, Urrijah, Lakota Yellow Hammer, and Holy Bear M. RonLanda (Vincent) Yellow Hammer. Kaisen & Kendru Yellow Hammer. Auriel Longtree. Matthew DeMarrias. Avis Bigtrack.

Dad has one surviving brother, Errol Yellow Hammer; Children: Misty, Traci, and Myron Yellow Hammer. Brockton, MT. and aunt, Doris Spotted Bird.

Baby brother that precedes him in death Bradley Yellow Hammer, a Sister Keva Spotted Bird. Surviving, (1) sister from South Dakota; Tonda White Lance.

Dad/papa Ronald had many, many adopted families, siblings.

From Standing Rock Reservation, he grew up with many sisters from his Aunty Blanche White Eagle (deceased); Carole (deceased), Renee Two Shields, Annie, Juanita, Lois Two Bears, Pam, Harriet. These ladies are like sisters to our dad and his brothers as they were all raised in Cannonball, ND. Cousin Earlwin (Georgaline) Yellow Hammer

Adopted brothers & Sisters Gray Hawks: Mary Ellen, Terry, Tote, Jolene, Brad (Maureen), Lenny, Ben (Julia), Henry (deceased), Justin, Jason, and Melda.

All the Spotted Bird’s aunties and uncle whom are deceased, Josephine, Viola, Melvene, Catherine, and Leland.

All of the Cousins Spotted Birds, Drums, Greybulls, from his mom’s side of the family, Montana, that are too many to mention. We are sorry as we have a lot of family.

Family from Standing Rock Reservation Yellow Hammer that preceded him in his passing.

Our dad/papa was a man that never complained about anything or anyone. He just did his best for you in any circumstances.

Dad/papa, you will be forever missed. When you left this world, you took a piece of us with you. As we know, you are reunited with our mom/Bama as she has been waiting for you or you could not wait to see her. Thank you for being our dad/papa as we would not ever change that.

We, the family, would like to say thank you to Dialysis unit in Poplar too. You ladies took care of our dad when he was there, and always kept him entertained. The doctors in Bismarck, ND, Kidney Specialist, Kidney Doctors, and nurses.

Sorry if we missed anyone as it was not our intention. Thank you to all who came to support the family and continue to keep us in your everyday prayer.

A wake will be held 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, September 24 at the Brockton Cultural Center. A funeral service will be held 1:00 p.m. Thursday, September 25 at the Brockton Cultural Center. He will be laid to rest next to his wife, Sandra at the YellowHammer Family Cemetery. Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel has been entrusted with the arrangements.

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09/11/2025

Today, we pause to remember September 11, 2001.

We honor the nearly 3,000 lives lost, the courage of the first responders and everyday heroes, and the families whose lives were forever changed.

May we never forget the strength, unity, and compassion that carried us through that day and the days that followed. 🇺🇸

We will never forget.