04 March 2021

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Kameron Clark

Kameron Clark


Kameron “Jaymz” Nathaniel Clark, Shunk Oda (Plenty Horses) A Warrior’s Son, 17, died in Wolf Point on Feb. 16, 2021. He was born in Great Falls on May 22, 2003, to Ellicia BadHawk and Kristofer Clark. Grandmother Kristine Clark Tataga Waka Sina raised him after his first year and who he knew throughout most of his life as “Mom.” He attended Poplar Schools, elementary through middle school. He also attended Williston High School and Wolf Point High School. During his years at Poplar elementary, he joined wrestling for one season but, soon found that his passion was geared more towards music and skateboarding. He always had big dreams — dreams of one day becoming a rock star and he would tell his “mom” that one day he was “going to sell out Madison Square Garden.” During his Williston High School days, he took a class called “Garageband” where he and his classmates would learn songs and play them in front of the rest of the class. He had a shy spot until a guitar was in his hands and, armed with his guitar, he would dazzle his fellow classmates with his performances. During his high school summer vacation, he wanted to earn his keep and found employment with the local Gysler Hardware store. They were immediately impressed with his work ethic, so much so that they wanted to keep him on as a permanent employee. On his off-time, he was busy perfecting his passion which was skateboarding. He would often learn difficult tricks and would keep doing them until he mastered them and was able to make videos to share with friends and family to showcase what he had learned. His skateboarding talents and skills paved the way for him to become a member in a local skating group, the “Scumbag Skate Army.” He also had another huge and exciting passion which he shared with his favorite uncle/dad/big brother Mike and his friends. His love for music and playing the guitar. As with anything he tried to do, his mastering skills knew no bounds. At age 14, his determination and proficiency at playing the guitar and bass carried him to his first live performance after only less than a year of learning and practicing the guitar. At The Gateway at Fort Peck Lake with his father and uncle by his side, he played through his nerves and nailed the gig. He left everyone in “awe” and made his skills seem effortless. He even went on to record a five-song EP demo with his band. For Kam, that was one of the highlights of his musical journey, being in the band “Rise From Ruin” with his dad, Uncle Mike and his best friend Ethan Four-Bear. He had a great personality and a great sense of humor and he loved to laugh. His smile was so infectious that when he smiled, anyone who was in the vicinity couldn’t help but feel the love he shared as his smile warmed their hearts and brightened their lives in those moments. He is survived by Mother: Ellicia Jasmyn Badhawk; Siblings: Tade Jusina, Brian McConnell Jr., Brandon Mc-Connell, Emylah McConnell, Brycen McConnell, Braxton McConnell, Grandparents: Darrin Badhawk, Margaret Martin; Grandma/“Mom”: Tataga Waka Sina (Kristine Clark), Father: Tataga He Waka (Kristofer Clark), Hawi Cogadu (Brylee Bearcub) Gamneza A U Wicahpi Wichinjana (Brayden Bearcub) Wichinjana Waste’ (Bailey Bearcub), Tashunga Wichinjana (Jessa Sandau), Mni Shoshe Wichinjana (Brooklyn Rose Bearcub), He Hokshina (Brody Bearcub) Taxjaha Ska Wi (Helen {Fred & Tauni} Bighorn), Cheryl Bighorn-Savior, Katelyn June Clark, Kim Johnson, KC Johnson, Richard Clark, Bradley Clark, Linnea Clark, Brett Clark, Amy and James De-Herrera. A funeral service was held Tuesday, Feb. 23, at the Community Hall in Wolf Point. Interment was at the Clark Family Cemetery in Frazer. Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel of Wolf Point was been entrusted with the arrangements.

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Terry Hinderer

Terry Hinderer


Terry Hinderer (Spurgeon- Landru), 73, of Culbertson, Mont., died Feb. 12, 2021, after a brief illness at SLC Hospital in Billings, Mont. Terry was born to Gayle and Rae (Rousek) Spurgeon on Feb. 12, 1948, in Belle Fouche, S.D. She was soon joined by brothers Michael and Rory Spurgeon. Most of her earlier years were spent growing up on the Landru Ranch near Lewistown, Mont., where she was joined by brothers, Alan and David Landru, and sister, Shelley Landru. After graduation from Fergus County High School, she spent several years in St. Paul, Minn., before returning to Montana, where she lived between the mountains of Lewistown and Helena before finally settling in the prairies of Culbertson. All who ever knew Terry understood her capacity to love and persevere. It was often said that “her heart was as big as Texas.” Her smile was big, her laugh was hearty, her hugs were unforgettable and her stubbornness legendary. The most cherished moments of her life were when her daughter Lindsey Rae was born and the births of her granddaughters Destiny and Madison. They were truly her heartbeat. For the last 20 years of her life, she found an enduring love and companionship with her husband, Richard Hinderer, who whisked her away as his bride to the rolling prairies of Culbertson. They enjoyed many road trips out searching to capture the beauty of eastern Montana in photographs. Through Richard, she found more loving family with daughter Sandra and her children Avery, Easten and Peyton and son Steve. She is survived by her husband, Richard of Culbertson; daughter, Lindsey Landru (Robert Fasuga) of Helena; granddaughters, Destiny and Madison of Helena; daughter, Sandra Smith of Lynchburg, Va.; granddaughter, Avery, and grandsons, Easten and Peyton of Lynchburg, Va.; son, Steve Hinderer of Lakeville, Minn.; brothers, Mike (Yayoi) Spurgeon of Missoula, Rory (Leslie) Spurgeon and Jody Spurgeon of Spokane, Wash., Bill Spurgeon of Tennessee and David Landru of Prescott Valley, Ariz.; sister, Shelley Andrus of Great Falls; nephews, Rick (Jennifer) of Missoula and Dustin (Jennea) of Great Falls; nieces, Tiffany (Bodie) of Great Falls, Carli of Austin, Texas, and Stephanie (Shawn) of Spokane, Wash.; as well as grandnieces and grandnephews. She is also survived by sisters (in-law), Susan Spurgeon and MaryJo Landru. Terry was preceded in death by her parents, Bob and Rae Landru and Gayle and Chris Spurgeon; brother, Alan Landru; and nephew, Chris Spurgeon. Cremation has taken place and the family is planning a memorial service in the summer. Cloyd Funeral Home of Lewistown is assisting the family. Friends are asked to make memorials to the charity of their choice and they may be left with the Cloyd Funeral Home. Condolences for the family may be posted online at www.cloydfuneralhome.com. (Paid Obituary)

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Duane Kostelecky

Duane Kostelecky


Duane Curtis Kostelecky, 70, of Billings died Feb. 13, 2021, at his home. He was born to Mildred and Charles Kostelecky on April 21, 1950, in Dickinson, N.D. Growing up as a part of the Kostelecky family, he spent his childhood running through the mountainsides of Checkerboard and surrounding areas causing occasional mischief and developing brilliant plans that almost always ended in trouble, but were surely always a good time. In his younger years, he took advantage of his natural athletic abilities and loved playing all sports. He loved track, basketball, baseball, football and softball. He was always remembered for his speed. He was always running so fast, whether it was for a sporting event or running away from trouble. In his adult years, he lived in multiple parts of Montana, stretching from Culbertson to Columbus and numerous places in between, finally ended up permanently residing in Billings for the later portion of his life. He was not only a talented farm and ranch hand, but was also a talented carpenter along with a talent in drywall, taping, and texture. He loved to bowl and he loved to hunt and fish. He also loved to talk about bowling, fishing, hunting and sports. He had three children, Antone “Tony,” Nikki and Teddy. He was always known for how proud he was of his children and grandchildren. He loved to teach them how to fish or bowl or watch sports, but mostly loved spending time with his family, from brothers to children to grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his sister, Audrey; brother, Kenneth; and son, Antone “Tony.” He is survived by his daughter, Nikki of Glendive; son, Teddy of Sidney; eight grandchildren; brothers, Dennis, Marvin, Randy, Frances and Doug; and sister, Coleen. A celebration of life will be held March 27 at the Sunset Bowling Alley in Billings from 2 to 6 p.m.

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