Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
Roy Crazy Horse Obituary
He was married to a loving and devoted wife, Idell Mathias on April 11, 1947; Three children, Guy, Gia and Gig, were born from this union. Other surviving family members include a sister, Anne (Rhodelle); brother-in-law, Charles Campbell; sister-in-law, Dr. Lottie Johnson; cousins, nieces and nephews.
Roy Crazy Horse served as the Executive Administrative Director of the Powhatan Indians of Delaware Valley, New Jersey, as well as the Executive Director of the Coalition of Eastern Native Americans in Washington DC.
Chief Crazy Horse will be remembered for his many contributions to the Powhatan Renape Nation, especially his long pursued dream of the Rankokus Reservation. He worked hard to achieve this dream, which was realized in 1974.
He will be remembered for his numerous articles and books along with his kindness and generosity both inside and outside the Indian Community. He received an honorary Doctorate from Thomas Edison State College.
The Celebration of Chief Roy Crazy Horse's Life will be held on Sunday, Nov. 21, 2004, at 2 P.M., at the Rankokas Indian Reservation in Rancocas NJ (609-261-4747). In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Powhatan Renape Nation, PO Box 225, Rancocas 08073-0225.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Roy Crazy Horse
Karen Flinn
November 10, 2023
Today we continue to remember and celebrate the life of Chief Roy Crazy Horse and his many accomplishments. May he continue to rest in peace.
Karen Flinn
November 10, 2022
Today we remember and celebrate the life and the many accomplishments of Chief Roy Crazy Horse He contiinues to be respected and will continue to be missed by many people both within and outside the Indian Community. May he continue to rest in peace.
David "Spotted Eagle" Russo
November 20, 2004
A Great Warrior who shall always live on.
Greg Adkins
November 18, 2004
Chief Roy Crazy Horse was a tenacious advocate for the people and was a compassionate human being. I am proud to have spent time in his presence when we worked together on community services and energy conservation (weatherization) programs. I keep his legacy alive by telling his story to my children. God bless all.
How you can show support
Notify Me
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
Karen Flinn
November 17, 2004
My sincerest condolences to the family of Chief Roy Crazy Horse and to his many close friends. He was greatly respected and will be missed by many people both within and outside the Indian Community. May he rest in peace.
Sheila Hewitson
November 17, 2004
I have had the pleasure of knowing Chief Roy through the Department of State/Office of Ethnic Affairs-I worked there for many years and we had the pleasure of doing many Ethnic Festivals at Liberty State Park together, I was honored to be a part of the ground breaking ceremony at the Reservation, we held a board meeting there and I attended many of his festivals which were a wealth of experience and education - I will miss him but will never forget him-I hope his family has peace of heart and know that he has made a difference in the way people view the American Indian ---God Bless-
Yvonne Bernardino
November 17, 2004
I was sorry to hear of the passing of Chief Crazy Horse. We have known each other since 1945. We often spoke of the old days in West Philadelphia. May his visions for Native people continue for future generations. He will be sorely missed.
Ian Burrow
November 16, 2004
I will remember Chief Roy as someone who was determined that Indian people in New Jersey, past and present, be treated with respect. As an archaeologist, I sometimes worked with him on the difficult task of looking after Indian burials discovered during work on development projects. My colleagues and I learned a lot from him, and he will be missed.
Jose Sanchez
November 16, 2004
May he rest in peace, and may the fruit of all the good work in the Chief's legacy, never pass.
Clarice Sabree-Sylla
November 16, 2004
My sincerest condolences to the family of Chief Roy Crazy Horse and the Powhatan Renape Nation. May the foundation that he laid be forever lasting and strong enough to sustain the hopes, dreams and future successes of the Powhatan Indians.
Showing 1 - 10 of 10 results
Make a Donation
in Roy Crazy Horse's name
Memorial Events
for Roy Crazy Horse
How to support Roy's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Roy Crazy Horse's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
