In Loving Memory of those who passed on...... - Page 2

WolfsBird · 08-17-2003, 03:52 PM

I cannot begin to name all those friends I have lost just in the last few monthes.

All my family members who have gone on before me.

The one special person I will miss the most.

I've been taught much, learned alot, and hope to teach all that I've learned and hope that I am an asset to those whom lives have touched mine.

May they never be forgotten.

**TaShunka Luta** · 08-18-2003, 01:33 PM

In loving memory of my daughter who passed August 7th 1989, my husband who passed Dec 24th, 1994, my grandma who passed Dec 27th, 1999, my neice who passed in Dec 14th, 1999, and my brother, who was my best friend who passed March 23rd, 2002. I miss you all and think of you everyday - my tiospaye, most of it now is waiting for me in another world.

Ojidanowe · 08-18-2003, 06:20 PM

My Son, David, who I lost on June 7,2003

He was 28 years old. He was a student at Buffalo State and was so excited about being in school. He loved school and he loved Buff State . He was on the deans list , and was a recipient of the McNair Scolarship.The amount of knowledge he possesed on so many levels was nothing if not astounding.

He was majoring in Earth Sciences and Geology and had chosen that because he loved it and thought he could give something back to the planet he loved. He loved animals and outdoors, in a way few do, since he was tiny.

My fondest memory will be, each and every time he came to my house he would get out of the car with this silly grin on his face and just smell the air and look around at the woods before he came up the stairs, each and every time. He was living in the city because of school and hated being away from the country. Often he would drive out here before dawn, after a particularly stressful week. He loved that time because everyone was still asleep and there were few cars on the road yet and the woods were totally peaceful. some guys go play pool, or have a beer or watch sports to chill and get centered. David went to the woods.

He was the only person I have ever seen that could find something positive in everything and everyone.

The thing I will miss most is the marathon talks we would have at least once a week if not more, about everything and anything. They would always last at least an hour and a half and most times much longer. We had one of those talks the night before he died in which he said he could not be happier about the way his life was going and the choices he had made about school. That is both a comfort and the opposite since he cannot actualize those choices.

He leaves behind a 22 year old widow, an older brother, aunts and uncles, cousins, his dad, his step father and more friends than could be imagined by the care his wife is being shown.

He touched more people than I ever could have imagined and more than one has told me he changed their lives by the ideas and things he caused them to think about.

He had a brilliant mind, a huge heart, a gentle soul, a child like innocence and sense of wonder and yet a wisdom beyond his years, not to mention being the most positive person I have ever seen. He fiercely loved his family and they were his main motivation in the choices and path he had chosen. These are not all the things that were David, just a few in fact. He is much, much more.

He was my baby and my best friend and he forever changed my life in both his coming and his leaving. I will miss him each and every moment of each and everyday I remain here.

TalkingTree · 08-19-2003, 02:12 AM

For Tom Simmons, one of my favorite elders, who always had a smile and hand shake and story for my dad and me. Who was most likely a distant relative, but we never could find the right dates to prove it. A fantastic dancer himself, he was always encouraging me to dance every dance. I miss him at every gathering.

For my Grandmother Ruth Nadine Hill Thompson, and Grandfather Max Thompson, the grandparents I never got to meet. I wish I could've been able to hear the stories through their lips. I wish I had inherited my grandmother's beautiful black hair and eyes, but am glad my little sister at least got her eyes. Im glad to have known them at least through my father and his uncles and aunts.

Smokin' Ace · 08-20-2003, 09:31 AM

In loving memory of my cousin Jody, who passed almost 20 years ago - we talked so much about you this past weekend...it was so good to remember - you touched so many lives in your young life - so young to die....you were my favorite and closest cousin. I hope that I can make you proud....

Tibiki Kinew · 08-20-2003, 09:36 AM

In loving Memory of my Mother who died in March of 1996...breaking Grandmothers heart, that her only child would die before her. In 1998 Grandmother died of a broken heart, she refused to eat, so big was her loss.

acgal · 08-22-2003, 11:19 AM

In loving memory of my mother, Ida Little Charley Bullock. She was my strength and gave me the ambition to accomplish my dreams. For that I will always be greatful. In her honor, my newborn, Charley Ray-Ann, was named.

In loving memory of Bradley Walker and Lindsey Williams..... It has been a year since you left us but always remember that you will never be forgottened. You will always remain in my heart. The Creator takes his angels early and now you are with him.

Jammer · 08-23-2003, 09:44 PM

In loving memory of all my friends and family members who have passed especially all my grandparents. Another birthday has come today, an alot of people no longer here to celebrate it with, although I know they are with me everyday and help me to better myself everyday. I know they will always know that I am thinking of them. I pray that my greatgrandmother knows that she is on my mind all the time, she has made me into the person I am today, I thank her for her memories she passed on, her songs and love in them, her strength and generosity, and most of all her ability to be humble to everyone and everything! You are forever remembered in my heart. I am also grateful for all those who even though I only met and knew shortly, helped me in my quest of knowledge and love. I am truely grateful to be alive and to have those around me whom mean the world to me.

**HolyElk** · 08-26-2003, 05:41 PM

In Loving Memory of one of my good friends:

Darrick John Red Tomahawk (Wambdi Duta Hoksina)
Passed onto the Spirit World on Oct. 3, 2002

Darrick was a good friend to me! He is the uncle of my daughter.
Darrick was born on April 9, 1976

Darrick was a friendly, outgoing, and generous man. His unique personality and genuine humor created an atmosphere which everyone respected. Darrick's endeavor to pursue a college degree with an emphasis in Elementary Education was based on his enjoyment of interacting with children. Attending college fueled Darrick's natural talent for drawing and painting.

He is missed by many and will never be forgotten!

**HolyElk** · 08-26-2003, 05:45 PM

In Loving Memory of the Uncle

Laidman Fox Sr.

Who journeyed to the Spirit World on Dec. 1, 2002 in Fort Totten, ND. He was born on May 8, 1929.

Laidman spoke of many things before he passed. He loved singing and pow-wows. He did many things for many people. He showed us that you don't have to be a great person to do great things. Laidman was a brave man, a warrior at heart. He has now went home to be with his family, but will be missed by all of us here. He is an Arikara from Fort Berthold but has lived in Fort Totten for 44 years and felt welcome and called Spirit Lake his home.

I miss my uncle very much and he is missed by all, especially the family.

RIP Uncle

**HolyElk** · 08-26-2003, 05:48 PM

In Loving Memory of my aunt:

Mary Angeline Dunn Alberts

who journeyed to the Spirit World on Dec. 14, 2002.

Angeline was born on Jan. 18, 1939 in Fort Totten, ND She enjoyed being around her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She enjoyed sewing, beadwork, canning, tanning hides, drying corn, making star quilts.

Miss you and you are not forgotten! RIP

**HolyElk** · 08-26-2003, 06:00 PM

In Loving Memory of Friend/Cousin/Brother

Tobias "Bio" Shaw

Journeyed to the Spirit World on March 8, 2003 at the age of 24. He was born on Oct. 4, 1978 in Devils Lake, ND. He was a member of the Spirit Lake Nation.

Tobias appreciated life, even at the time of his untimely passing he fought to extinguish flames saving other live in the process of losing his own. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Rest Up Bro! :Angel2

hidatsa_princess · 08-27-2003, 12:41 PM

In Loving Memory of My Home-Gyrl/Friend
Tracy Dawn MakesGood
July/82-Febuary/99

Trace its been 4 years now, i still think about that day you left, it was a sad day for all who knew you. Remember your adopted dad was going to take us to the movies? Well I still went with the girls. I hope you doing fine and take care of my baby boy, he's up there, somewhere!! Well Gyrl!! I LOVE and MISS U!!!

In Loving Memory of my Uncle Alex Graywater Sr
Passed on July12th 2002 at 11:47pm with all of his family by his side!! Which was hard to witness!! my Poor Uncle If I could I woulda tryied to bring you back but that was your plan to pass on with everyone by your side!!!!
Everyone Loves and Misses you like crazy, but there will be that day we are going to have to let you go so you can rest!! Grandma, she misses you the most. Theres not a day that goes by that she mentions your name. She's getting to that point were she see's you everyday and she thinks your in the kitchen but your really not. Well I LOVE YOU!!!!!
:Angel2

**HolyElk** · 08-27-2003, 01:27 PM

In Loving Memory of my Kunshi's (Grandma's)
Alvina Alberts

Adeline Trottier

Gladys Peltier

Florence Seaboy

In Loving Memory of my Unkana's (Grandpa

08-18-2003, 06:20 PM	#23 (permalink)
Ojidanowe Lost in NY Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Western NY Posts: 67	My Son, David, who I lost on June 7,2003 He was 28 years old. He was a student at Buffalo State and was so excited about being in school. He loved school and he loved Buff State . He was on the deans list , and was a recipient of the McNair Scolarship.The amount of knowledge he possesed on so many levels was nothing if not astounding. He was majoring in Earth Sciences and Geology and had chosen that because he loved it and thought he could give something back to the planet he loved. He loved animals and outdoors, in a way few do, since he was tiny. My fondest memory will be, each and every time he came to my house he would get out of the car with this silly grin on his face and just smell the air and look around at the woods before he came up the stairs, each and every time. He was living in the city because of school and hated being away from the country. Often he would drive out here before dawn, after a particularly stressful week. He loved that time because everyone was still asleep and there were few cars on the road yet and the woods were totally peaceful. some guys go play pool, or have a beer or watch sports to chill and get centered. David went to the woods. He was the only person I have ever seen that could find something positive in everything and everyone. The thing I will miss most is the marathon talks we would have at least once a week if not more, about everything and anything. They would always last at least an hour and a half and most times much longer. We had one of those talks the night before he died in which he said he could not be happier about the way his life was going and the choices he had made about school. That is both a comfort and the opposite since he cannot actualize those choices. He leaves behind a 22 year old widow, an older brother, aunts and uncles, cousins, his dad, his step father and more friends than could be imagined by the care his wife is being shown. He touched more people than I ever could have imagined and more than one has told me he changed their lives by the ideas and things he caused them to think about. He had a brilliant mind, a huge heart, a gentle soul, a child like innocence and sense of wonder and yet a wisdom beyond his years, not to mention being the most positive person I have ever seen. He fiercely loved his family and they were his main motivation in the choices and path he had chosen. These are not all the things that were David, just a few in fact. He is much, much more. He was my baby and my best friend and he forever changed my life in both his coming and his leaving. I will miss him each and every moment of each and everyday I remain here. __________________ "Be who you are and say what you feel because, those who mind don't matter and those who matter don't mind!" Dr. Suess."

08-20-2003, 09:36 AM	#26 (permalink)
Tibiki Kinew Listen to my heart! Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Pikwakanagan, Yes Golden Lake Ontario Posts: 728	In loving Memory of my Mother who died in March of 1996...breaking Grandmothers heart, that her only child would die before her. In 1998 Grandmother died of a broken heart, she refused to eat, so big was her loss. Last edited by Tibiki Kinew; 08-20-2003 at 11:53 AM.

08-22-2003, 11:19 AM	#27 (permalink)
acgal Experienced Dancer Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Livin' it up in the south Posts: 242	In loving memory of my mother, Ida Little Charley Bullock. She was my strength and gave me the ambition to accomplish my dreams. For that I will always be greatful. In her honor, my newborn, Charley Ray-Ann, was named. In loving memory of Bradley Walker and Lindsey Williams..... It has been a year since you left us but always remember that you will never be forgottened. You will always remain in my heart. The Creator takes his angels early and now you are with him. __________________ :huddle: Learn to associate with the white man, learn his ways, get an education. With an education, you are his equal; without it, you are his victim. - Chief Plenty Coups, Crow

08-23-2003, 09:44 PM	#28 (permalink)
Jammer Teen Dancer Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Indianapolis,IN Posts: 252 Blog Entries: 1	In loving memory of all my friends and family members who have passed especially all my grandparents. Another birthday has come today, an alot of people no longer here to celebrate it with, although I know they are with me everyday and help me to better myself everyday. I know they will always know that I am thinking of them. I pray that my greatgrandmother knows that she is on my mind all the time, she has made me into the person I am today, I thank her for her memories she passed on, her songs and love in them, her strength and generosity, and most of all her ability to be humble to everyone and everything! You are forever remembered in my heart. I am also grateful for all those who even though I only met and knew shortly, helped me in my quest of knowledge and love. I am truely grateful to be alive and to have those around me whom mean the world to me. __________________ There should be a law against stupid people being able to breed!

08-26-2003, 05:41 PM	#29 (permalink)
HolyElk A Tiny Tots Mom Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Tribal Territory Posts: 1,100	In Loving Memory of one of my good friends: Darrick John Red Tomahawk (Wambdi Duta Hoksina) Passed onto the Spirit World on Oct. 3, 2002 Darrick was a good friend to me! He is the uncle of my daughter. Darrick was born on April 9, 1976 Darrick was a friendly, outgoing, and generous man. His unique personality and genuine humor created an atmosphere which everyone respected. Darrick's endeavor to pursue a college degree with an emphasis in Elementary Education was based on his enjoyment of interacting with children. Attending college fueled Darrick's natural talent for drawing and painting. He is missed by many and will never be forgotten! __________________ In Loving Memory of Allen Alberts Sr. March 1, 1945 to February 16, 2005 R.I.P Daddy ~~~~~~~~~~~~ As long as you keep a person down, some part of you is down there to hold that person down. So you don't soar higher than you want. ~~~CutHead Band of Sioux~~~ ~~Native Pride~~ http://CanteWaste.hi5.com

08-17-2003, 03:52 PM	#21 (permalink)
WolfsBird Pow Wow Visitor Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: HOME in the MTN's Posts: 17	I cannot begin to name all those friends I have lost just in the last few monthes. All my family members who have gone on before me. The one special person I will miss the most. I've been taught much, learned alot, and hope to teach all that I've learned and hope that I am an asset to those whom lives have touched mine. May they never be forgotten.

08-18-2003, 01:33 PM	#22 (permalink)
TaShunka Luta Not for the Weak & Timid Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: In your mind Posts: 4,534	In loving memory of my daughter who passed August 7th 1989, my husband who passed Dec 24th, 1994, my grandma who passed Dec 27th, 1999, my neice who passed in Dec 14th, 1999, and my brother, who was my best friend who passed March 23rd, 2002. I miss you all and think of you everyday - my tiospaye, most of it now is waiting for me in another world.

08-19-2003, 02:12 AM	#24 (permalink)
TalkingTree Pow Wow Visitor Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: KS Posts: 2	For Tom Simmons, one of my favorite elders, who always had a smile and hand shake and story for my dad and me. Who was most likely a distant relative, but we never could find the right dates to prove it. A fantastic dancer himself, he was always encouraging me to dance every dance. I miss him at every gathering. For my Grandmother Ruth Nadine Hill Thompson, and Grandfather Max Thompson, the grandparents I never got to meet. I wish I could've been able to hear the stories through their lips. I wish I had inherited my grandmother's beautiful black hair and eyes, but am glad my little sister at least got her eyes. Im glad to have known them at least through my father and his uncles and aunts.

08-20-2003, 09:31 AM	#25 (permalink)
Smokin' Ace Arena Director Join Date: Jul 2000 Location: United States Posts: 4,111	In loving memory of my cousin Jody, who passed almost 20 years ago - we talked so much about you this past weekend...it was so good to remember - you touched so many lives in your young life - so young to die....you were my favorite and closest cousin. I hope that I can make you proud....

08-26-2003, 05:45 PM	#30 (permalink)
HolyElk A Tiny Tots Mom Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Tribal Territory Posts: 1,100	In Loving Memory of the Uncle Laidman Fox Sr. Who journeyed to the Spirit World on Dec. 1, 2002 in Fort Totten, ND. He was born on May 8, 1929. Laidman spoke of many things before he passed. He loved singing and pow-wows. He did many things for many people. He showed us that you don't have to be a great person to do great things. Laidman was a brave man, a warrior at heart. He has now went home to be with his family, but will be missed by all of us here. He is an Arikara from Fort Berthold but has lived in Fort Totten for 44 years and felt welcome and called Spirit Lake his home. I miss my uncle very much and he is missed by all, especially the family. RIP Uncle __________________ In Loving Memory of Allen Alberts Sr. March 1, 1945 to February 16, 2005 R.I.P Daddy ~~~~~~~~~~~~ As long as you keep a person down, some part of you is down there to hold that person down. So you don't soar higher than you want. ~~~CutHead Band of Sioux~~~ ~~Native Pride~~ http://CanteWaste.hi5.com

08-26-2003, 05:48 PM	#31 (permalink)
HolyElk A Tiny Tots Mom Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Tribal Territory Posts: 1,100	In Loving Memory of my aunt: Mary Angeline Dunn Alberts who journeyed to the Spirit World on Dec. 14, 2002. Angeline was born on Jan. 18, 1939 in Fort Totten, ND She enjoyed being around her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She enjoyed sewing, beadwork, canning, tanning hides, drying corn, making star quilts. Miss you and you are not forgotten! RIP __________________ In Loving Memory of Allen Alberts Sr. March 1, 1945 to February 16, 2005 R.I.P Daddy ~~~~~~~~~~~~ As long as you keep a person down, some part of you is down there to hold that person down. So you don't soar higher than you want. ~~~CutHead Band of Sioux~~~ ~~Native Pride~~ http://CanteWaste.hi5.com

08-26-2003, 06:00 PM	#32 (permalink)
HolyElk A Tiny Tots Mom Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Tribal Territory Posts: 1,100	Special Friend and Brother In Loving Memory of Friend/Cousin/Brother Tobias "Bio" Shaw Journeyed to the Spirit World on March 8, 2003 at the age of 24. He was born on Oct. 4, 1978 in Devils Lake, ND. He was a member of the Spirit Lake Nation. Tobias appreciated life, even at the time of his untimely passing he fought to extinguish flames saving other live in the process of losing his own. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Rest Up Bro! :Angel2 __________________ In Loving Memory of Allen Alberts Sr. March 1, 1945 to February 16, 2005 R.I.P Daddy ~~~~~~~~~~~~ As long as you keep a person down, some part of you is down there to hold that person down. So you don't soar higher than you want. ~~~CutHead Band of Sioux~~~ ~~Native Pride~~ http://CanteWaste.hi5.com

08-27-2003, 12:41 PM	#33 (permalink)
hidatsa_princess Tiny Tot Dancer Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: BISMARK, NORTH DAKOTA Posts: 70	In Loving Memory of My Home-Gyrl/Friend Tracy Dawn MakesGood July/82-Febuary/99 Trace its been 4 years now, i still think about that day you left, it was a sad day for all who knew you. Remember your adopted dad was going to take us to the movies? Well I still went with the girls. I hope you doing fine and take care of my baby boy, he's up there, somewhere!! Well Gyrl!! I LOVE and MISS U!!! In Loving Memory of my Uncle Alex Graywater Sr Passed on July12th 2002 at 11:47pm with all of his family by his side!! Which was hard to witness!! my Poor Uncle If I could I woulda tryied to bring you back but that was your plan to pass on with everyone by your side!!!! Everyone Loves and Misses you like crazy, but there will be that day we are going to have to let you go so you can rest!! Grandma, she misses you the most. Theres not a day that goes by that she mentions your name. She's getting to that point were she see's you everyday and she thinks your in the kitchen but your really not. Well I LOVE YOU!!!!! :Angel2 __________________ ~~UR ONE AND ONLY TRICKY~~ ARE YOU STILL HATIN ON MY GAME~*~

08-27-2003, 01:27 PM	#34 (permalink)
HolyElk A Tiny Tots Mom Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Tribal Territory Posts: 1,100	In Loving Memory of my Kunshi's (Grandma's) Alvina Alberts Adeline Trottier Gladys Peltier Florence Seaboy In Loving Memory of my Unkana's (Grandpa