Renae Darnelle Bull Chief, 39, died June 29, 2023, in Poplar, Montana. She was born Feb. 18, 1984, to Timilyn Russell and Marvin Bull Chief II in Wolf Point. She grew up in Frazer and Wolf Point and later in Poplar. She met Leland Bullhead in the early 2000s and, from this union, they had Tayawn, Kiari, Lalina, Jah-Kye, Matheau and Zaviure Bullhead. They parted ways and she moved back to Poplar and her daughter, Anissa Bull Chief, was born Oct. 19, 2020. In her younger years, she was a fancy shawl dancer and became Poplar Indian Days Princess. She also held a few small jobs at McDonald’s, Tande’s, Tribal Express and, for a brief time, she a part of the free phones at the Poplar Cultural Center. She is survived by her children, Tayawn, Kiari, Lalina, Jah-Kye, Matheau, Zaviure Bull Head and Anissa Bull Chief; husband, Leland Bullhead; brothers, Marvin “Jason” Bull Chief III and Quentin Bull Chief; step-brothers, Kyle Youngman and Darris Red Eagle; grandmothers, Florence Fourstar and Rodney Miller, Jana (Marty) Cloke-Moore, Madonna McConell-LaRoque, Marva

Cynthia 'Cindy' Ann (Laducer) Clampitt, 59, died Wednesday evening, July 12, 2023, at Trinity Hospital in Wolf Point. She was born Nov. 24, 1963, in Belcourt, N.D., to David Laducer and Juanita Dahl. She went to school and was raised in North Dakota. She married Frank Clampitt. He died Sept. 10, 2017. She was a waitress for many years and later became a stay-at-home mom. She loved to be outside, especially in the summertime. She liked to go fishing. She was known to be very competitive and really enjoyed playing Pacman with her brother Les. She had an infectious laugh that captured everyone in the room. She is survived by her sons, Frank and Colby; daughters, Jammie and Cassie; brothers, Robert Laducer and Jeffrey Laducer; sisters, Brenda Schmitz, Diane Laducer, Lisa Hanson and Neala Hanson; and numerous grandchildren. In keeping with her wishes, cremation will take place

Cullen James Meland died tragically on Thursday, July 6, 2023, at the age of 2 in Fort Peck. He would've been celebrating his second birthday the following Thursday, July 13. He was born to Braden and Bethany Meland on Tuesday, July 13, 2021. He had recently traveled down to Denver, Colo., to welcome his baby sister Macie Lynn Meland on June 19, 2023. He loved playing outside with chalk and bubbles. He enjoyed riding on the 4-wheeler and side-by-side with his dad and “Papa.” He also loved to snuggle up with his blanket (his night-night) right next to mom to watch Winnie the Pooh, Toy Story or Monsters Inc. He loved his baby sister and was so excited to meet her that he picked out a special stuffed animal. He was so eager to give 'his baby' her gift. Anyone who met him saw his sweet smile. He may have been shy at first, but you left having a new friend who

ElRoy Kittleson, 89 of Fairview died Wednesday, June 28, 2023, at Roosevelt Medical Center in Culbertson. He was born on the 9th day of the 5th month on the 34th year (as he always used to say) to Jennie Euakima Storvik Kittleson and Henry Clarence Kittleson in Sidney. He was a younger brother to sister Helen and older brother to Jim and Hank (Henry Jr.). They were raised on the family farm northwest of Fairview. As a child, he attended school at Nohly until the eighth grade. The death of their mother when the children were small left Helen in charge of her younger brothers. He learned hard work ethics and discipline at a very young and it carried him through his entire life. He was an avid baseball fan and really enjoyed playing the sport, until he broke his leg. He married Ruth Stride in 1956 and, to this union, five children were born: Dennis, Ken, Doug, Barbie and Dan. He served on the ASC committee for over 20 years, the elevator board and many other projects. His true passion, however, was farming and ranching. He spent most of his life riding his horses and doing things “the old way.” He saw many changes in his life — from no electricity to electric windows in his pickup and cellphones. Once his children were grown, he was blessed with many grandchildren and then nicknamed “Gramps.” He followed the kids around their activities and enjoyed

Agnes M. Johnston, 75, of Frazer died Tuesday, June 27, 2023 She was born Feb. 11, 1948, in Wolf Point to Savannah E. Sweeny and Raymond Johnston. She was their only child. She is a member of the Hude‘sana (Red Bottom) Clan of Nakota and was an active Red Bottom Celebration committee member for many years. She grew up in the Wicohan religion, attending ceremonies and rituals all of her life. She was an ambassador of culture and was an Oil Celebration Princess and traveled with her parents to many celebrations/powwows representing the Fort Peck Tribes. Her early years were spent in Wiota at her mother’s home. They moved to Nashua when Agnes began school. When her mother began to work for the BIA, they moved to Poplar. During the winter, they stayed in town so she wouldn’t miss school, but the summers they spent in Wiota. She graduated from Poplar High School. Upon graduation, she attended Dawson Community College for one year. While attending Dawson Community College, she met Arron Wayne Anderson. They were blessed with a daughter, Jo-Beth. Tragedy struck soon after the baby was born and Arron died. Her best friend Janet Youngman convinced her to come out of grief because she was still young. “Be adventurous and let’s attend Bacon College in Oklahoma for one year.” With Janet twisting her arm, Agnes joined her in Oklahoma. Returning from Oklahoma, she married Harry Hamilton and they had two children. They divorced, but remained friends. Throughout her life, she held various positions with the BIA, NAES College and the Fort Peck Tribes. After receiving her college degree, she began working at Fort Peck Tribal Health and Spotted Bull Treatment Center. She enjoyed working and thrived in the environment of support and friendship of her coworkers. She retired in 2012. She enjoyed the socialization received when going to powwows, traveling and visiting new places, playing machines at the casinos and attending ceremonies. She enjoyed being with her grandchildren and watching her favorite TV shows Naked & Afraid and NCIS and local basketball teams during the season. She is survived by her son, Raymond J. Hamilton; daughters, JoBeth Johnston and Chrissy Hamilton; and six grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Sunday, July 2, at the Wolf Point Community Hall, followed by burial at Chicken Hill.

Blossom Star Follet, 40, of Wolf Point died June 24, 2023. She was born May 7, 1983, to Harry “Digger” Follet and Dorothy BegsHisOwn. She went to school in numerous places, including Wolf Point, Malta and Frazer, where she graduated. While in school, she became a volleyball player and then became pregnant with her eldest, Avah, with Alvah Talks Different. She enjoyed listening to music, laughing with friends and family, visiting family and cruising around. She later had Jon Follet (Strongbear) and a year later, she met Tex Eagleman and with him they had four children, Edward, Rose, Allsyn and Hayden Eagleman. She was a stay-at-home mom who loved taking the children on walks, either down the road or up the hill behind their home in Rockyboy. After over 10 years together, she moved back home to Wolf Point, where she met Chad N. She was working with her brother, Luke, at Trinity Hospital. She met many friends and relatives along her adventures from Rockyboy all the way to back home. She always enjoyed a good laugh with everyone she met along the way. Her favorite artist was Bone Thugs N Harmony, she walked out on her graduation to the song Home by them. She is survived by Avah Talks Different, Jon Strongbear, Edward Eagleman, Rose Eagleman, Allsyn Eagleman, Hayden Eagleman; and siblings, Harriet Follet, Kirby Follet and Orlando Follet. She was preceded in death by siblings, Valarie, Luke Sr., Cynthia and Patrick Follet. Funeral services were held Friday, June 30, at Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel in Wolf Point. Interment was at the Oswego Presbyterian Cemetery.

Amanda Nelson, 50, died at her home in Milwaukie (Portland), Ore., June 3, 2023. She was born in Wolf Point on Nov. 3, 1972, to Gene and Penny Ogle Nelson. She spent her elementary years in Wolf Point and moved with her mother and brothers to Fromberg, where she attended her eighth through senior years. She excelled in sports, primarily basketball, in high school where her athletic ability earned her honors and a full scholarship to Gonzaga University. After graduation from Gonzaga, she explored several occupational opportunities before settling into working as an electrical BIM designer for a large engineering firm in Portland. Her passion for travel took her to many countries, including Europe with her brother Trevor and his wife, Esther and later Ireland and Australia with friends. Later, she and her family spent many summer vacations near Glacier Park at the Nelson family reunions. Mandy and her family spent many weekends staying at places on the Oregon coast she loved as it was always her place of serenity and rejuvenation. She was a superb cook, often preparing unique and delicious meals for family and friends. Her family was her greatest joy. She loved decorating her home with pictures created by her family. Her 17-year-old daughter, Sydnee, was such a source of pride for her. She became a “Soccer Mom,” never missing a match. She regarded Sydnee as her “greatest achievement.” The house was often filled with young people having fun. She is survived by her husband, John Stupak; daughter, Sydnee Stupak; mother, Penny Ogle, and stepfather, Daryl Bertelsen; and brothers, Trevor Eugene Nelson and Bridger David Nelson.