James Daniel Murphy, 56, died March 4, 2026, in Wolf Point. He was born May 27, 1969, to Leonarda “Lenny” Burshia and James “Jim” Murphy in Poplar. Growing up, he was raised and went to school in Poplar, Brockton and Bowman, N.D. He worked on the oil rigs with his father and brother Leonard in his younger years. On May 29, 1998, James married his first wife Starla “Hutch” White Hawk. They had three children, Jorda, Tayton and Jasmine. He was an outgoing person and did what he could for his family. He always made sure his family was good. Everyone called him a big teddy bear growing up. On March 1, 2020, he married Chelsea Williams and spent his days with her and her grandchildren. He is survived by his daughter, Jorda Murphy; son, Tayton Murphy; wife, Chelsea Murphy; father, Jim Murphy; step-children, Jade Black Eagle and Thomas Lee Jr. Black Eagle; Matthew Williams; brothers, Troy Cotter, Tommy Murphy, Donald Muphy, Kelly Murphy and Calvin Lester; sisters, Atonya Stokka, Patsy Butterworth, Sheila Mathews, Angel Murphy and Crystal Azure; and numerous grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Jamine Murphy; brothers, Leonard Murphy and Bryon Muphy; and stepdaughter, Renee Black Eagle. Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel was entrusted with arrangements.

Vernita Buckles, 83, of Poplar died March 20, 2026, in Billings. A prayer service will be held on Sunday, March 29, at 7 p.m. at the Assembly of God Church in Poplar. Funeral services will be held on Monday, March 30, at 11 a.m. at the James Black Dog Center in Fort Kipp. Interment will follow at Fort Kipp Cemetery. Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel has been entrusted with arrangements.

Kathleen Ann Lambert, 84, died Monday, March 2, 2026, at the Brunswick Cove Nursing Home in Winnabow, N.C. She was born April 16, 1941, to Thomas Corbett and Virginia Italia Carlotto and was raised with her sister Mary Beth in Crystal Falls, Mich. She lived a life focused on two passions, her children and students. She taught mathematics for over 30 years in Culbertson and Brockton, touching hundreds of young lives. She was never happier or more at home than in front of a classroom where she made the impossible seem easy. Her brilliant mind mixed with a sharp wit and easy laugh made her a favorite for so many. Perhaps no one felt the depth of her love and fierce loyalty more than her three sons. She was their greatest champion and gave them everything she had. She is survived by her three sons, Chris May, Thomas

Naomi J. Montclair, 79, died Monday, March 9, 2026, at the Billings Clinic in Billings. She was born Aug. 21, 1946, in Riverside to Effie Cloud. She grew up in Riverside and Brockton, where she attended school. She received her GED in later years. She worked for A& S and Spotted Bull where she was a tech. During her many years there, she met and influenced many troubled kids. She earned the title “Grandma” by changing their lives in a positive way while in treatment. No matter where she went, she was greeted by “Grandma Naomi.” She enjoyed gambling, bingo, watching the Lakers on TV or out with her grandchildren either at a powwow or cheering them on at their sports events. She was known for her “tell it like it is” attitude. She also enjoyed spending time with her sister, Nita. She is survived by her sisters, Juanita and Dorsey Young; sons, Conrad and Curtis Sr.; daughters, Luella and Melissa; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and one great-greatgrandchild.

Gordon D. LittleHead Sr., 69, of Wolf Point died March 6, 2026, in Wolf Point. He was born Nov. 28, 1956, in Wolf Point, the sixth child born to Arnold C. LittleHead Sr. and Elaine (White Hawk) LittleHead Cantrell. He attended schools in Wolf Point and Lander, Wyo. He enlisted in the Army Oct. 12, 1976, and was stationed in Germany. He was honorably discharged Aug. 14, 1978. After he returned home, he worked at a lot of jobs. He worked for the Tribes, the City of Wolf Point, and he seismographed for quite a few years. He seismographed in North Dakota, South Dakota and Wyoming at different times, sometimes returning to the same state but different locations. He also worked for A& S for nine years until its closing. After that, he went to work for the post office for 18 years. Due to health reasons, he retired early. In 1981, he met Dinah and they married in 1982. Together, they had two sons, Robert and Gordon Jr. He loved fishing, camping, boating and flying across the water at top speed. His first boat was Lyman Clayton’s 1967 blue closed-bow boat. He was happy backing that old boat down at the marina among all the fancy speed boats, pontoons, Crestliners and others. He got it out on

Everett Dale Jones, 75, of Poplar died March 5, 2026, in Billings. He was born Jan. 23, 1951, to Frank Jones and Annie Small. He was a humble man. He grew up in Riverside, attended and graduated from Poplar High School in 1971. He worked many jobs, A& S Industries, West Electronics, Fort Peck Community College and Fort Peck Transportation, being his last job until his death. He enjoyed going to every powwow and attended every home basketball game. But, his favorite fast time was his cruises with very special granddaughter Taini Josephine Tuttle. He raised four of his grandchildren, but the apple of his eye was Taini Josephine Tuttle, who was always by his side. He is survived by two children, Karen Tuttle and Frank Jones; his significant other, Connie Fast Horse; and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death

Byron Jordon Greybull Sr. of San Carlos, Ariz., died Feb. 21, 2026, in Peridot, Ariz. He was born May 6, 1954, in Poplar and his legacy is marked by a lifelong commitment to both his profession and his community. She achieved a master’s degree in his field and garnered acclaim as a member of the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. His contributions to medicine were immeasurable, reflecting not only his dedication but also his continuous desire for knowledge and excellence. As a result of his unwavering commitment to his career and those he served, he left an indelible mark on many lives throughout his professional journey. His work took him through the various states like North Dakota, Minnesota, Montana, Washington, Oregon and Phoenix,

Brent Thompson, 65, of Billings died March 9, 2026. Born April 12, 1960, in Culbertson, he spent most of his childhood and teenage years in Browning where he graduated from Browning High School. He went on to earn his undergraduate degree at Montana State University and his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Colorado State University. In 1988, he married Kathryn Ensign, the woman who would become — in his own words — his 'future activities director' and lifelong partner. He began his career in private veterinary practice, devoting himself primarily to large animals and serving the ranching families of south-central Montana. His professional skill grew handin- hand with the deep, lasting friendships he formed in that tight-knit community. In 2004, he made a significant career shift and joined the USDA as a veterinarian for the eastern district of Montana. Among the most memorable and meaningful parts of that work was his involvement during the early 2000s brucellosis outbreak in the Greater Yellowstone Area, along with the ongoing care of free-ranging wildlife including bison, bighorn sheep, elk and deer. He was instantly recognizable for his quick wit and dry sense of humor. When asked why horses were his favorite animal, he replied without hesitation: 'So I don't have to walk.' Many still smile remembering the sight of a 65 veterinarian deftly preg-testing cattle while folded into the back of a 56 squeeze chute. When asked what he wanted remembered in his obituary, he turned the focus away from himself. He spoke first of his profound love and gratitude for his wife, Kathryn, and for the steadfast love, care and patience she gave him, especially when life became difficult. He expressed deep pride in the friendships he cherished among Montana ranchers, colleagues at the USDA, fellow veterinary clinics and artificial insemination industry associates. And, like most dedicated veterinarians, he remained quietly thankful for every animal he had the privilege to care for during his career. He is survived by his wife, Kathryn Ensign; and four siblings, George, Gary, Joylee and Rhonda.

Claine Raining Bird, 36, died March 13, 2026, in Wolf Point. Services are pending under the direction of Bell Mortuary.

Robert Swift Eagle, 54, died March 11, 2026, in Minot, N.D. Funeral services were held on Wednesday, March 18, at 11 a.m. at Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel in Wolf Point. Interment followed at Fort Kipp Cemetery. Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel was entrusted with arrangements.