Howard Littlewhirlwind

Howard Littlewhirlwind Obituary

LAME DEER - Howard Littlewhirlwind, 70, of Lame Deer, died Dec. 29, 2006, in the St. Vincent Hospital.
Hevoeta'soxhaahketa "Littlewhirlwind" was born April 15, 1936, in Ashland, a son of Littlewhirlwind and Martha Walks Along. He grew up and received his education in Ashland at the St. Labre Mission School. Following his education, he entered the U.S. Navy, served on board aircraft carriers as radar operator, before receiving his honorable discharge.
Howard married Viola Sweet Medicine on Feb. 17, 1957, in Lame Deer and the couple made their home in Lame Deer. He worked at the Guild Arts and Crafts, before beginning a career at the Ashland Saw Mill, retiring after 15 years as a foreman.
He was a member of the Catholic Church, Native American Church and was a Sun Dancer. He enjoyed beading and the outdoors, especially when riding horses.
His parents, daughter Delphine and son Justine preceded Howard in death.
Survivors include his wife of 49 years, Viola; a daughter, Barbara Jean of Louisiana; his sons, Duke and Arvey Littlewhirlwind; adopted son Isaac and Mervin Littlewhirlwind; adopted daughter, Mary Diller; his sisters Delores and Erlis Littlewhirlwind; a brother Benedict Littlewhirlwind; 10 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; as well as members of his extended family including the Wolfname, Yellowrobe, White Wolf, Standing Elk, Two Bulls, Walks Along and Speelman families.
Funeral services will be held 10 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 4, 2007, in the Lame Deer Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church. Traditional wake services will be held 7 p.m. Wednesday, in the Church social room. Interment with military honors will follow in the Lame Deer Cemetery. Bullis Mortuary of Hardin as been entrusted with the arrangements.

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Published by Billings Gazette on Jan. 1, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Howard Littlewhirlwind

9 Entries

Matthew Woodenlegs

February 8, 2007

To my Lame Deer Family: My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow

Crystal Stanfield

January 5, 2007

Dear Viola & Family,

May the lord bring you peace and comfort at this time, and my prayers are with you.
In His Service, Crystal Stanfield "Willow" a/k/a Wilhelmina Wolfroads & Family

Mary Tall Bull

January 3, 2007

Dear Aunt Viola and "Dukey" so sorry to hear of your loss. Your family here in Idaho can not be with you during this difficult time...but know that we send our love and will be thinking and praying that you might find comfort in the wonderful memories you shared. May the Hinyowaht be with all of you. Mary Tall Bull and family!

Cheryl Bearchum

January 2, 2007

Sorry i couldn't make the trip but my prayers and thoughts are with you all.
howard you will be miss through the years to come. i will miss your smile and laughter that you bring with you.

Clementine Seminole

January 1, 2007

To my relations may ma-heo be with you all at this time, now that howard is at peace with the ones that have gone on to the other side camp.

martha sue littlewhirlwind

January 1, 2007

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2006

Lois Killsnight

January 1, 2007

My prayers go out to the family,

Lisa Limpy-Reyes

January 1, 2007

Viola, Arvey & Duke - God bless you all in your time of mourning with his peace that surpasses all understanding. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Brother Bede Baldry, FSC

January 1, 2007

Howard have gone to the other side. What a journey indeed? Know of my prayers at this time.

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