Terry Eagle Boy

Terry Eagle Boy, 68, died Jan. 24, 2026, in Poplar.

He was born in Poplar to Carmelita and Nelson Eagle Boy on Nov. 21, 1957. While growing up, he loved being around and riding horses because, at heart, he was a cowboy. He loved playing basketball, one of the many things he was good at. He was given his Indian name Hokshina Wambdi “Eagle Boy” by his grandfather Matthew Eagle Boy. He also fancy danced from the heart.

In 1977, upon graduating from Poplar High School, he and his brother enlisted into the Army together called the buddy system. After boot camp, they were both stationed in Germany. He had a lifetime of experiences and memories. Anyone who visited/hung out with him knew of his travels and accomplishments. Upon completion, he often spent time with family, mainly his aunts, Irene of Poplar and Cynthea Sparvier of Carlyle, Canada, White Bear Reserve.

While living in Canada, he met Roberta Little Chief. Upon their union, they had a daughter, Terrace Orleane. He spent a lot of his years in Canada on the White Bear Reserve. Returning back to the states, he went to Rapid City, S.D., to work at the Toy Factory, he enjoyed his time in his life. He often reminisced to his company or visitors