Johanna “JO” Marie Seminole
Johanna “Jo” Marie Seminole (Homestahnehe’e) Escaped Woman departed suddenly from this world on Thursday, August 20, 2015. Johanna was born in Crow Agency, Montana on February 24, 1977. Johanna’s parents are Emmanuel Seminole, Sr. and June Moore Seminole. Johanna attended Lame Deer Public School and was among the first graduating class of Lame Deer High school in 1995. After high school Johanna worked at the Lame Deer Elementary as a Paraprofessional aide and later a cook for several years. Her mother has always been a foster parent and Johanna helped raise many of the foster children. She held a special love for her nieces and nephews. Johanna was a modest person always staying in the back ground; however ever ready to lend a helping hand when and where needed. Johanna, a kind hearted and hard worker kindly assisted her relatives and friends.
Johanna was baptized in the Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church with god-parents Annie Burns and her uncle Burton Seminole. Johanna comes from a large family rich in Cheyenne heritage, her grandfather Hubert Seminole bestowed upon her the Cheyenne name that belonged to her great-grandmother Gertrude Brown Bird Yellow Eyes. In 1999 Johanna was blessed with the birth of her only son Essance American Horse whom she loved deeply and always ensuring that his needs were met. Ken Satler a great friend of the family became an adopted dad to Johanna.
Johanna is survived by her husband Leroy Maass, her mother June, step-father Lloyd Littlebird, Sr. son, Essance Americanhorse, Desi and Darrell Americanhorse; brothers, Emmanuel Seminole, Jr. of Miles City, Montana, Shannon Seminole of Lame Deer, Michael Donckles of Marina Valley, California, Lonnie, Lloyd, Jr., Dorek, and Justin Littlebird of Lame Deer, Montana Terry (Tammy) Olson of Ashland, Montana, Linwood Hisbadhorse of Busby, Montana Sisters Rochelle Seminole and Novelyn Belt of Oglala, South Dakota; Mariah Maxwell Hawley, Melissa Young and Tanisha Brady of Billings, Montana and Loylene Littlebird of Lame Deer, Aunts Mina Seminole and Victoria (Michael) Bearcomesout of Lame Deer; Ferris Janis of Kyle, South Dakota; Joan (Bret) Mullins of Niangua, Missouri; Uncles Dean (Gwen)Moore of Grove Springs, Missouri, Stanley (Cassie)Moore of Lame Deer; Michael (Wanda) Moore of Oklahoma; Leon (Maxine)Seminole; Ambrose (Clementine)Seminole; Martin and Donald Seminole of Lame Deer and Richard Foote, Sr. of Ashland, Montana. Johanna leaves behind many friends and family in Missouri and here on the Northern Cheyenne Reservation.
Johanna was preceded in death by her father Emmanuel Seminole, Sr.; paternal grandparents Hubert and Mary Jane Seminole; Uncles Burton, Eugene, Raymond and Alfred Seminole and brother Weston Deshane Seminole, Maternal grandparents Oda and Gladys Moore of Missouri as well as her best friend and Cousin Wade Gray.
The family wishes to especially thank Officer Pernell Brown of the Police Department for his CPR efforts in attempting to save our precious Jo. Thank you Officer Brown. Neighbor Picard Wadda helped Officer Brown until the Ambulance arrived as well as many off-duty police and volunteer fire department staff who all worked so hard with efforts to help Jo. Thank you Morning Star-Colt football team for their support of Essance. The family wishes to thank everyone who came to offer their condolences and brought food and gifts. Also the family appreciates the Northern Cheyenne Tribe for their help with the funeral expenses, we are very thankful for this assistance. Please remember our family is large, so if we have left anyone out, we apologize in advance.
Service Schedule
Traditional Wake
8:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Monday August 24, 2015
Blessed Sacrament Cathoilc Church
630 Cheyenne Ave
Lame Deer, MT 59043
Funeral Service
10:00 AM
Tuesday August 25, 2015
Blessed Sacrament Cathoilc Church
630 Cheyenne Ave
Lame Deer, MT 59043
Service Schedule
Traditional Wake
8:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Monday August 24, 2015
Blessed Sacrament Cathoilc Church
630 Cheyenne Ave
Lame Deer, MT 59043
Funeral Service
10:00 AM
Tuesday August 25, 2015
Blessed Sacrament Cathoilc Church
630 Cheyenne Ave
Lame Deer, MT 59043
Daniel & Lillian Big Man says
June, I was so saddened to hear of the passing of your daughter. Please know that we are thinking and praying for you and your family during this difficult time. If there is anything that you need or any help we can provide, please let us know. God be with you all!
George Birtic says
So very sorry to hear of the loss of your loved one June……your daughter……my sympathy goes out to you in the greatest extent possible…..if I were there I would go to the services……..my heartfelt sorrow to all…….
DorothySeminole&Family says
Sending my condolences to June and family..sorry for your loss …it makes me sad!
I am going to miss you Jo! (Sis/cuz)
Love ya nd missing you <3
Janice Good Luck says
My dear friend and sister June, Soooo sorry for your loss, been in shock since I heard the news. Please know I am thinking of you and praying for your comfort. Please let me know if there is anything I can do.
Jill Henzie says
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your beloved daughter, Johanna. My family and I are thinking of you and praying that God will comfort you and your family in your time of need. May Johanna rest in peace.
Jen carter & family says
June, i am so sorry for your loss♡
yvonne mcguire (Tallbull) says
June. Im so sorry for your loss… Johanna was a awesome friend… she will be greatly missed…. Love and miss you all!!!!!! God is with you he’ll never leave you or forsake you. He’s right by ur side…. ur in my prayers…… Yvonne McGuire (Tallbull ) sister ferns daughter….. ??
Michele Eaglefeathers says
June, I am so sorry for your loss. My condolences and prayers are with you, Essance and the rest of your family at this very hard time. I am so sorry that me and my brothers could not be there. Rest In Peace Jo!!!!
Peppers/Leider Family says
So sorry for your loss June & family. Sending much love and prayers.
Georgiann Kellum Family says
June, Johanna was such a nice, kind person, never did I hear her say anything bad about anyone. We are deeply sorry for your loss. Our condolences and prayers are with you and your family. She was a good friend to Misty. Misty is in California and cannot be at the funeral, but her prayers are with you and her son, Essance.
Clayton & Lisa Mason says
Our thoughts and prayers are with you: essance, june and family.
Julie & John Maldonado says
Our prayers are with the family.
Dean Moore says
June, Essance, Manuel, Shannon, Leroy & family.
Gwen and I are so sorry we are unable to be there with you at this time. Jo had become not only a nice but a daughter to us as well. She had an absolute heart of gold. Always ready to lend a hand or to help anyone she could., She had a ready smile and was a hard worker. And she made great fry bread. Our hearts are heavy because of her loss, but I know her spirit will be with us. And from time to time as a memory is brought to mind we will smile because we know she was one who loved deeply, and was full of fun, who stood ready to listen when a shoulder was needed to cry on. She was a great friend to so many. There were so many times we sat and talked about the Res and the people on it. Jo and I shared a great love of my cd’s of different Native music.Our hearts go out to you June, Essance, Manuel, Shannon, and Leroy. We continue to pray for each of you. Our love is there with you all. Love and Prayers your big brother
ROBERT LITTLE WOLF says
MY CONDOLENCES AND PRAYERS TO THE FAMILY AND ON BEHAVE OF THE CHIEFS COUNCIL WE EXTEND OUR MOST SINCERE CONDOLENCES AND PRAYERS AT THIS DIFFICULT TIME OF GRIEF AND SORROW.
Crystal SB, Keyshawn, Isaac III, Isaiah says
? Sorry for your loss ? Thinking of you ?
Crystal SB, Keyshawn, Isaac III, Isaiah says
?Sorry for your loss?Thinking of you?
Danetta Fisher says
June…I am so very sorry for the loss of your dear daughter..May Maheo comfort you during this hard time…
Kenny Moore jr. says
Aunt June and family,
Sorry to hear about Johanna. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you. God bless and keep you.
Love,
Kenny, Joni and family
Georgia Ann Burns says
June and family, I am so very sorry for your loss. One never thinks, they will be burying their child. My heart goes out to you sister and you are in my thoughts and prayers! I Love and God Bless!
Irvin Farr says
So sorry for your loss. I remember her as she grew into an adult.
Patty Arnall says
To June and all her family and friends of Johanna. I am truly sorry for the loss of your beautiful daughter. She sounds like such a lovely person who touched the hearts of many and was loved by all who knew her. Please accept my condolences for your loss.
Joelyn Ortiz says
June Im so sorry for your loss she was a beautiful person..
Gwen Poole says
Dearest June, I’m so sorry for the loss of your sweet Johanna! I enjoyed working with her and seeing the love you have for her. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. May Johanna rest in peace.
Mary and Jolyn Dillon says
I was so saddened to hear about Johanna. I pray that God gives you strength to bear this burden. It is comforting to know that we will see our loved ones again,. Your family will be kept in our prayers. We are so sorry. God bless you,
Mary and Jolyn Dillon
Karen Bush says
I am so so sorry June for the loss of a wonderful life that I got to be part of. She will be greatly missed! Her life was a gift, I remember coming into the cafeteria and she would always be smiling.
Lisa Rogers says
My sweet sweet sister Jo, thank you. My life is greater and richer because you were in it. I feel you around me watching over me like you promised. You never lied to me. I miss you but I know you are happy and at peace. Until we meet again sister………………….