Arnold Hubert LaFranier Netse Oxhaaestse (Brave Eagle) made his journey to the other camp and was met by his wife Hubba on Sept 9th, 2022.
Arnold LaFranier was born in Lame Deer on November 12th, 1940, to Jerome and Rosie Eastman LaFranier. He was raised in Kirby and was the 2nd oldest out of 4 siblings. His family moved to Bremerton, Washington where he went to middle school. They moved back to Kirby, and he graduated from Busby High School in 1960. Arnold had various jobs as a ranch hand until he enlisted in the army and served overseas in Germany for 2 years. After returning home from the service, he met his wife Henrietta “Hubba” Sioux. They married in 1969. With this marriage, he gained a daughter Cordelia and a son Daniel Bigman, and together they had two sons Arnie, and Thomas LaFranier.
Arnold worked at BIA as a soil conservation technician for many years until he retired in 2012. He enjoyed spending time with his family, fishing, camping, hunting, gardening, playing Aggravation, playing his guitar, and harmonica. He also enjoyed playing bass in a band for several years.
He is preceded in death by his Mother Rosie Eastman LaFranier, Father Jerome LaFranier, Brothers Gerald and Roy LaFranier, Wife Henrietta “Hubba”, granddaughter Teranie Rae, Grandson Dane Fisher, Grandson Tye LaFranier, Nephew Shawn Del LaFranier.
He is survived by his 4 sons Arnie, Tommy (Brooke), Daniel (Lillian), Frank and daughter Cordelia. Sister Janie LaFranier-Spang. grandchildren Gary Thomas (Rosalia), Jerry Arnold (Meigan), Marissa Rain (Sien), Tierra Rose, Colton Thomas (Aspen), Rio Bailey, Cleveland Trey, Teagan Lorraine, Brian Dean, Alecia “Baby Girl” (Hadley), Garret, Kassie (Paul), Sherrell, Curtis, Todd, Baby Dan, many great-grandchildren, great-great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews, extended family members Lisa Oldmouse, Eastmans, LaFraniers, Bixbys, Briens, Pease, Smalls, Robinsons, and so many more. Sorry if we missed you.
Service Schedule
Funeral Service
10:00 AM
Wednesday September 14, 2022
White River Mennonite Church
Busby, MT
Graveside Service with Full Military Honors
Following the Funeral Service
Wednesday September 14, 2022
LaFranier-Eastman Cemetery
Kirby, MT
Service Schedule
Funeral Service
10:00 AM
Wednesday September 14, 2022
White River Mennonite Church
Busby, MT
Graveside Service with Full Military Honors
Following the Funeral Service
Wednesday September 14, 2022
LaFranier-Eastman Cemetery
Kirby, MT
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Sheila H Hart says
Prayers and love sent to you all from Marvin and myself. RIP Arnold. Such a sweet reunion with Hubba.
Shannon Peterson says
Our thoughts and prayers are with Cousin Arnold’s family and friends during this most difficult time. I will always remember Arnold and his subtle humor which he inherited from his kind and beautiful mother. May he Rest In Peace with those that have gone before him.
Shannon (Sexe) Peterson and family.
Jim, Rita, Kyle Alderman & Family says
It is with a sad and heartfelt loss, our condolences to the rest of the families. Arnold was an awesome cousin but felt more like an uncle. He taught me so much about hunting, life and family and some of our history we lived of which brought back so many memories. My gratitude for having received so much love, laughter, and joy is immeasurable. Our love to all the family
Bonnie Bigback says
Arnie, Tommy and family my condolences to you all at this difficult time. I pray God comfort you and give you strength and wisdom for the times to come.
Andrita Harris says
Deepest sympathy and condolences for the LaFranier family. So sorry for your loss. RIP PRAYERS 🙏
Mary Dillon says
My sincere sympathy. Your family will be in my prayers!💔🙏🏼
Mary Dillon
ROBERT LITTLE WOLF says
THE NORTHERN CHEYENNE CHIEF COUNSEL EXTEND THEIR CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY OF ARNOLD HUBERT LaFRANIER AND PRAYERS FOR STRENGTH DURING THIS MOST SAD, SORROWFUL AND MOURNFUL TIME FOR THE LOSS OF A BELOVED LOVE ONE.