Alfred Joseph Strange Owl, Jr., Ma’xehetane, Big Man, was called back to the next camp by Mahe’o on July 30, 2023. Known to everyone as Aljo.
Aljo was born April 22, 1951 in Ashland, MT to Alfred Strange Owl, Sr. and Theresa Two Bulls. He was raised by his grandma Grace Strange Owl at Birney Village. He attended boarding schools at St. Labre and Busby Tribal Schools. Graduating as salutatorian in 1970. Played basketball, ran cross country and track. Winning state titles. After high school he went on to college at Greely, Colorado. Past times included rodeo and fancy dancing at powwows, winning numerous contest.
He had numerous jobs including facility manager at the Northern Cheyenne Tribal School, Housing Authority and Northern Cheyenne Tribe, Served as a tribal council member for the Muddy district aka Muddy Crenshaw. Skills were in carpentry, electrical and construction.
Aljo was an avid sports fan to professional and local teams including the Colstrip Colts and Fillies, Denver Broncos, Kansas Jayhawks, North Carolina Tar Heels and the Oklahoma Sooners. Loved to watch his family and relatives compete.
Aljo married his life time love Christine Freeman on September 14, 1984. From this union they had two boys: Aljo (AJ) and Tommy Joe (TJ) Strange Owl. Raised two stepsons Ryan and Essence Kaline. His daughters Nico Strange Owl and Missy Black Eagle from Oklahoma.
Aljo was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents John and Gertrude Strange Owl, Grandfather David James Strange Owl, Grandmother Grace, Brothers: James, John, Alvin Lee and Rufus Sisters: Eva. Mother-in-law Bertha.
Aljo is survived by wife and children. Brothers: Joseph, Wayne, Melvin, Dayton and Frank. Sisters: Althea, Ann, Alfreda, Juanita, Rachel, Shasta, Deborah, Sylvia. Aunts: Eva Lee, Florence Running Wolf, Charlotte Rock Rocks and Ruthie Shoulderblade. Numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, grandchildren and great grandchildren. He took Jeannie Strange Owl as his mother. The family of Blanch Smith Braine.
Relatives include Young Man Afraid of His Horse, Beartusks, Red Necks, Bents, Night Walkers, Standing Elks, Pines, Bellymules, Killsontops, and Two Bulls.
Service Schedule
Traditional Wake
7:00 PM
Wednesday August 2, 2023
Strangeowl Family Home
221 Shoulderblade Road
Muddy Cluster,
Funeral Service
11:00 AM
Thursday August 3, 2023
Strangeowl Family Home
221 Shoulderblade Road
Muddy Cluster,
Interment
Following Funeral Service
Thursday August 3, 2023
Birney Cemetery
Birney, MT 59012
Service Schedule
Traditional Wake
7:00 PM
Wednesday August 2, 2023
Strangeowl Family Home
221 Shoulderblade Road
Muddy Cluster,
Funeral Service
11:00 AM
Thursday August 3, 2023
Strangeowl Family Home
221 Shoulderblade Road
Muddy Cluster,
Interment
Following Funeral Service
Thursday August 3, 2023
Birney Cemetery
Birney, MT 59012
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Ann (Strange Owl) Knows His Gun says
My Big Brother, Aljo. I’m loss of words. I’m literally heartbroken. It hasn’t hit me yet. I’m gonna be expecting your calls, letting me know you’re in town and to meet up. I’ll cherish our phone calls. Thank you for always checking on my kids. You’re the Best Uncle & Best Brother. I Love You Aljo. Tell Daddy I miss him, sister Barbara, brother RJ & Johnny. Give Momma Theresa a hug for me.
Giving Christine all the hugs the boys Teej & AJ. RIP Brother.
Andrita Harris says
Christine, & Family so sorry for your loss. Deepest sympathy and condolences for your family. PRAYERS
whiteman Jamie says
Sister Christine sending sincerest condolences for you and your family members..huge hugs..
pat riedel says
Christine and family
was shocked to see that aljo had passed to the next camp but he is still with family and probably playing the keno/poker machines there
he will be missed
pat riedel
Randy and Cora Stennerson says
Are thoughts and prayers are with Aljo’s family. Aljo was a nice person and always spoke when we seen him. He will be missed.
Luther Yellowrobe Jr says
It is with a sad heart that I heard the passing of my good friend Aljo, while on a trip to Colorado Springs this week. My heart felt condolences go out to Christine and the family. Last time I saw you all was when we talked at this years 4th of July pow-wow one night. My prayers go out to each of you for your loss. Aljo, you will be remembered. We had such good fun when we were in colstrip bowling league together when we won Sunday night mixed league several years ago. Aljo, thank you for some great memories.
Debbie Skiles says
Christine and family,
I was saddened to hear the loss of Aljo! He was always nice and fun to talk to. He loved sports and talking about his children. We had sons the same age and saw him at many Colstrip events. He will be missed. So sorry for your loss.
Sheryl Hart says
Aljo was a friend of my dad Raymond. My dad had high regard for Aljo’s friendship and he had many good things to say about him. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Christine and all of Aljo’s family.
Michael S Speelman says
Prayers for the Family
RIP Aljo
Bernadette(pebbles) says
Auntie christine, I’m so sorry. My prayers are with you and your family
Donna Wick Brien says
Condolences to the family. He was always good to us he knew we were related he will be missed hugs and prayers Christine
Denise Swank says
Our native OU fan brother. For life Aljo. Our heart feels for you Christine. Sending love n hugs. Frank n Denise.
Irene Nelson says
i’m sorry to see that Aljo passed. We spent a lot of time at cross country and track meets together supporting the Colts. May the love of God, family and friends support you during this difficult time.
Carmen WolfName says
Condolences to Christine and family. I’ll always remember him calling us Gorillas in the mist 😂 when we went to training.
Irene Neilson says
RIP to Aljo! I remember him supporting the Colstrip Rolts. Condolences to family. He will be missed.