Harold Richard Dyck, 84, of Wolf Point died Monday May 24, 2021, at the Riverstone Health Hospice Home in Billings. He was born June 18, 1936, in Wolf Point, the son of Herbert and Maria Dyck. He married Lois Neufeld Dyck on June 17, 1958, in Larslan. They had four children. He obtained his pilot license at 24 years old, bought a couple of planes and enjoyed flying his family around the state. He fulfilled a lifelong dream when he obtained his real estate license and opened up Dyck’s Real Estate. He spent many hours working in his shop, perfecting his craftsmanship on various wood projects, including scroll sawing, bowl cutting, wood lathing, wood burning and hand carving. He became very skilled in many different trades throughout his lifetime. He was always willing to lend a tool, his time and a helping hand to anyone in need. He was the definition of a modern day renaissance man. He is survived by his wife, Lois Neufeld Dyck; four children, Richard Dyck of Lewistown, Sandra Solheim of Wolf Point, Robin Dyck of Lacrosse, Wis., and Harold “Butch” L. Dyck of Lacrosse, Wis.; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; two brothers, Leslie Dyck of Farmington, Mo., and James Dyck of Florida; one sister, Mavis Peterson of Las Vegas, Nev. He was preceded in death by his brother, Glenn Dyck; sister, Lena Hoch; grandchildren, Bryan Dyck, Tiffany Solheim and Paige Dyck; and great-grandchild, Kyzler Azure. Funeral services were held Friday, May 28, at the Gospel Fellowship Church with Pastor Mike Andrews officiating. Burial was at Greenwood Cemetery in Wolf Point. Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel was entrusted with the arrangements.

Kevin Dean First Jr., 27, of Poplar died Thursday, May 20, 2021, in Poplar. He was born in Yankton, S.D., March 18, 1994, to Patricia Kay Emery-First and Kevin First Sr. He attended High School in Poplar, where he graduated as well. He was raised by his grandparents. He always had a smile for everyone and anyone. He was very friendly, fun-loving and kind hearted. His laugh was infectious and never let anyone be sad around him. No matter what was happening, he always found a reason to smile. He enjoyed listening to music, ranging from country to metal and more. He also loved socializing and made many friends. He was definitely a friendly and kind person. He loved taking cruises and spending time with people. He started his working career at Albertsons. He was a certified welder and volunteered at the mission in Poplar. He then worked with Sidney Sugars, followed by fencing. He took up farming where he branded cattle and moved hay bales. He worked as a laborer at CSP, cutting lawns, yard work, etc. and also dabbled in carpentry. He is survived by his grandparents, Jerome and Florence First; father, Kevin First Sr.; brothers,: Justin, Joshua and Jacob; sister, Grace Azure; adopted brothers, Jeremiah, Francis, Joseph and Weylin. A wake was held at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, June 2, at the Poplar Cultural Center. Interment will follow the following day at St. Francis Cemetery in St. Francis, S.D. Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel was entrusted with the arrangements.

Shanna Lynn Stelsie Booth, 32, died April 20, 2021, in Billings. Shanna was born on May 8, 1988, in Williston, N.D., to Darlene and Duane Booth. She was raised in Culbertson, Mont., where she attended school from third grade to high school graduation in 2007. During this time, she spent many weekends and summers on her grandparents’ family farm where her love for the outdoors grew. After graduation, Shanna moved to Plentywood, Mont., creating a home for herself and making many friends some who became more like family. Shanna gave birth to a son, Kaysen Robert Booth, on Sept. 15, 2015. Shanna had a bright energy around her and such a strong love for life. She changed so many lives by just being herself and getting to know others. More than anything, she loved her five-year-old son, Kaysen. She is survived by her mother, Darlene; brother, Ryan; sister, Chelsea; and her son, Kaysen. A celebration of Shanna’s life will be held on June 12 at 2 p.m. at Centennial Park in Culbertson.

Darrell “Curley” Youpee, Sung’ Gleska Tatanka Nunpa: Spotted Horse Two Buffalo from Poplar Creek, 70, of Poplar died Saturday, May 22, 2021. He grew up on the Fort Peck Indian Reservation in northeast Montana. His ancestors came to Montana as a result of the Dakota uprising in Minnesota and also the unfulfilled treaty obligations, which brought on starvation of the people on the reservations of Cheyenne River and Standing Rock. His approach to reducing racial hatred and social injustice against his people has earned him a seat in human rights circles and won him national recognition among U.S. government organization such as Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, Bureau of Land Management, and Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs. As cultural resources department director of the Fort Peck Tribes, he coordinated cross-cultural training and presented historical and cultural backgrounds of the Assiniboine and Sioux people. Concerned with the loss of tribal culture, he started collecting oral history in 1982 to assemble the Tribes’ principal audio/visual collection. He lectured across the country using the history, traditional beliefs and storytelling of the Assiniboine and Sioux people. He shared legend and creation stories of his people. He was a talented artist who brought together carved symbolic horses and dramatic imagery in a traditional abstract manner, achieving an illusory, mysterious effect that connects the viewer’s imagination. In addition to being collected by museums, his horse carvings are displayed throughout the northern plains’ region at popular galleries and gift shops. He enjoyed traveling, reading, writing, socializing, lecturing, arts and crafts and, most of all, passing on the tribe’s history, culture, traditions, and language. He always had time to visit with friends or anyone who wanted to talk. He was preceded in death by his sister, Cathy Youpee Hurd; brothers, Louis Youpee Jr. and Charles “Red” Youpee; and granddaughter, Winona Youpee. He is survived by his sisters, Jewel Hanna and Frances Nation; brother, Eugene “Bubby” Youpee; children, Willard White of Washington, Michael and Bernice Youpee Jordan of North Carolina, Waylon Youpee, Chris Warclub of Montana, Jackson Chaser of Colorado, Brian Eder, Malachi Stops, Dylan Youpee and Dyan Youpee, all of Poplar; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and adopted son, Fernando Truillo. His funeral service was held Saturday, May 29, at the Curley Youpee residence. Interment was at the Poplar Cemetery.

Joseph Wise Spirit, 39, of Poplar died May 15, 2021, at his home. He was born Aug. 10, 1981, in Poplar to Sylvia “Annie” Cantrell and Anthony “Tony” WiseSpirit. He attended school and lived in Poplar his whole life with his older brother, Jason, by his side, no matter what they were doing, good or bad. He loved to play basketball, hang out with friends and family, just shooting the breeze. He would give you the shirt off his back while always maintaining his million dollar smile and cracking jokes. His humor was one of his best traits. From 2004-2009, he sang with the drum group “Red Roc,” which he gave its name. The group meant a lot to him. He enjoyed every minute and loved every song sang. In January 2006, he sang with his family/brothers, “Wise Spirit Singers.” In his early years, he worked at Tande’s, while raising his boys, Shawn, born in the summer of 2003; and Jaymin, born in May 2007. He also worked various other jobs and was a jack of all trades. The past 10 years, he worked in construction as a carpenter for RY Construction and BC construction. In 2011, he met Sophie Spotted Wolfe and, in 2013, they had their first baby, Natalynn. Then, in 2014, a boy, Nathan, was born and in 2016, another boy, Clarance, was born. He also had very special stepson, Nadden, to complete the family. He is survived by his longtime companion, Sophie Spotted Wolf; children, Shawn Allen, Jaymin Dean, Natalynn Rose, Nathan Roderick, Clarance Owen and stepson, Nadden Raynes; mother, Sylvia (“Annie” Cantrell; father, Anthony “Tony” Wise Spirit; brothers, Jason Wise Spirit, Benji Wise Spirit and Joshua WhiteBull; sisters, Yolanda Bleazard, Season and Morning Wise Spirit, Autumn WhiteBull, Tashina Cantrell, Crystal Stormy, Antionette Wise Spirit and adopted sister, Red Fawn; and grandparents, Tony Boxer and Arden Boxer of Poplar. His funeral was held Sunday, May 23, at the Poplar Cultural Center. Interment was at the Poplar City Cemetery. Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel was entrusted with the arrangements.

James LeMoine Amundson, 73, of Glasgow died May 18, 2021, at his home. He was born Oct. 14, 1947, in Northwood, N.D., to Joel “Lem” and Doris (Brastedt) Amundson. During his childhood, the family moved often to different locations following Lem’s construction work, finally settling in Glasgow in 1959. He was baptized in Northwood and confirmed at First Lutheran Church in Glasgow. He served on the church council and was an active usher until his health failed. He attended school in Glasgow, graduating in 1965. After graduation, he attended Billings Business College for one year. He was drafted into the Army in 1966 and was stationed in Vietnam. He was honorably discharged in July 1969. He was a life member of the VFW. He returned to Glasgow and went to work at Great Plains Lumber. In 1973, he started his lineman career with REA, eventually going to work for Mountain Bell. He was transferred to Denver, Colo., in 1985 and worked there until 1990, when he was transferred back to Montana. He began working for Nemont Telephone in 1994, retiring in 2009. He married Mona Bedwell on March 3, 1973. Together, they raised their family. He was a dedicated husband, father and grandfather. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and was an avid baseball fan. He loved following and supporting his children and grandchildren in all their activities. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Mona; sons, Jay and Kory; daughters, Chantelle and Stacey; five grandchildren; sisters, Marilyn Smith and Nancy Jimison; and brother, Terry Amundson. A celebration of life was held Monday, May 24, at the First Lutheran Church followed by military honors. A private family burial will be held later a later date.