Ataloa “Addie” Hogan Harris
Indian Name, Little Song Ishuuia Kaate
Ataloa “Addie” Hogan Harris entered this earth on April 22nd, 1930 in Sheridan, Wyoming. She was born to George Hogan, Sr. and Marjorie WhiteHip. Marjorie passed when she was 9 months old. She then was raised by her aunt/mom Lizzie Yellowtail who took her as her own. She certainly was not bound to live a life filled with time to herself as she was one of 18 brothers and sisters. Addie was fortunate to be a member of the Whistling Water Clan and Ree Society. Addie graduated from Lodge Grass High School in 1949. She later married Francis “Gus” Harris (the man who would never leave her side), on September 12, 1952. Addie celebrated the Lord as a member of the First Indian Baptist Church in Lodge Grass Montana. She set the educational bar for her family when she graduated from Montana State University, Bozeman, Montana in 1954 with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree, and became a Registered Nurse. Addie was a nurse for 51 years in profession; although figuratively speaking, she spent her life nursing the spirits of those who were fortunate to know her.
Her remarkable nursing career began as a school nurse at the Head Start center in Crow Agency. Addie and Josephine Russell were instrumental in getting dental care at the Crow Agency Head Start Center with Sheridan College. She also worked as a surgical nurse with Deaconess and St. Vincent’s Hospital; Registered Nurse at the Hardin and Crow Hospital; Director of Nurses at the Northern Cheyenne Health Center in Lame Deer, Montana. In 2005, Addie retired at the Lame Deer Public School. Throughout her nursing career, Addie traveled throughout the reservation as a school nurse. She loved to care for and loved children, always giving of her time and listening to their stories; they, in return, loved to share their stories with her. “She was the best nurse ever because she let us take naps,” said one student.
Addie believed in the power of prayer and salvation. She never tired of sharing her love for the Lord, especially those battling alcohol and drug addictions. Addie was an angel and a sweetheart. She loved her 5 children, 2 adopted son, and 2 children she raised, 17 grandchildren, and 20 great grandchildren. They were number one in her life, attending birthday celebrations, naming ceremonies, giveaways and graduations. It was important to her that her grandchildren had traditional outfits; she worked tirelessly making beautiful buckskin and elk tooth dresses, beaded vests, leggings and moccasins. She had a dream in using the colors revealed to her for her signature design work. Addie was honored to name five of her grandchildren, she was given five Indian names to use. In her spare time, Addie loved to read about the Crow history and shared her stories; she was in the process of writing a book; but there is no greater story she could’ve authored than the one of her family. It’s certainly a story that will live on for many generations to come.
We will forever miss you, mom-grandma! We thank you for sharing all of your love. There was no greater teacher or exhibitor of love than Ataloa. She leaves a legacy of how a woman is supposed to love her husband; of how a mother is instructed to love her children; of how a grandmother seeds unconditional love in her grandchildren.
Addie is preceded in death by her parents, George Hogan, Sr., Marjorie Whitehip Hogan and Lizzie Yellowtail. Brothers: George Hogan, Jr., Adam Birdinground; Sisters: Edna Birdinground Ethridge, Cerise Hogan Stewart, Pearl Hogan PlentyHoops, Alma Hogan Snell, Mayme Hogan Knowshisgun, and Francis Hogan Knowshisgun
Addie is survived by her husband of 60 years Gus Harris, Lame Deer; sisters Ferole (Bill) Pease of Benteen, Mt., Mary Elizabeth (Nelson) Hogan Wallace of Hardin, Mt., Mardelle (Leo Porky) Hogan PlainFeather of Billings, Mt. and Diane (Dave) Reynolds of Threeforks, Mt, and her five children: Kathy Harris of Lame Deer; Lynn (Roberta) Harris of Colstrip; Lori OneBear of Lame Deer; Ryne (Barbara) Harris of Lame Deer; Joey (Vicki) Harris of Oklahoma City, OK; two adopted sons: Joe (Charlene) Alden of Lame Deer, Donnie Bill (Jackie) Pease of Wyola, Mt. and helped raised two children: Pam Harris of Billings and Shane Harris of Billings, Mt. Her grandchildren include Kassi (Josh) Elkshoulder-Stewart of Billings; Tara Elkshoulder of Oklahoma City, OK; Nolan Elkshoulder, Derek and Seth Sansavere of Lame Deer; Aaron Harris of Colstrip; Rhiannon (Alan) Bowman of Billings; Michael Harris of Colstrip; Tenaya (Kenny)Bigback of Lame Deer; Tempe (Roger)HisBadHorse of Lame Deer; Kristi (Merrill) KillsNight of Lame Deer; Rhea (Keith) Fox of Ft. Drum, NY; Coty(Taylor) Real Bird of Lame Deer; Kurri Harris of Lame Deer; Bryne Harris of Oklahoma City, OK.; and 20 great grandchildren. Extended families are the Hogan’s, White Hips, and the Yellowtails and other extended families too numerous to name. Addie was never short of family, there are people who shared moments with her that are nothing short of special, please forgive us if we did not mention you, Addie touched many hearts. She touched countless lives.
Special thanks to the Rosebud Health Care Center, Nursing Home and Miles City nurses.
Service Schedule
Traditional Wake
7:00PM
Tuesday April 2, 2013
Blessed Sacrament Catholic Parish
630 Cheyenne Ave
Lame Deer, MT 59043
Mass of Christian Burial
1 PM
Wednesday April 3, 2013
Blessed Sacrament Catholic Parish
630 Cheyenne Ave
Lame Deer, MT 59043
Graveside Service
3:00 PM
Wednesday April 3, 2013
Harris Famiy Cemetery
Lame Deer, MT 59043
Service Schedule
Traditional Wake
7:00PM
Tuesday April 2, 2013
Blessed Sacrament Catholic Parish
630 Cheyenne Ave
Lame Deer, MT 59043
Mass of Christian Burial
1 PM
Wednesday April 3, 2013
Blessed Sacrament Catholic Parish
630 Cheyenne Ave
Lame Deer, MT 59043
Graveside Service
3:00 PM
Wednesday April 3, 2013
Harris Famiy Cemetery
Lame Deer, MT 59043
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Lynette Spang says
Prayers to the family for the loss of your loved one. She was a sweet lady and will dearly be missed.
Billie Foote says
Love & Prayers to Gus, kids, and grandkids. What a sweet and classy lady, mother, and grandmother Addie was… and an awesome caring nurse. Gus & Addie have always been so sweet and respectful with each other, exemplifying pure love and romance. Prayers to the family in your time of loss & Blessings on your journey, Addie.
George Birtic says
Ataloa was one of the nicest nurses I have ever met, very kind, compassionate, and the kind of nurse that everyone wants… A very good nurse at Lame Deer School for quite a few years…..My sympathy goes out to the familly….George Birtic
Mike , Kristi & Girls Speelman says
Gus, and Family, Sorry for your loss. Atola was a Great Woman
We ‘ll keep the family in our Prayers
Sandy says
My condolences for your loss of Ms. Harris.
2 Cor. 1:3 says: ” Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of tender mercies and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our tribulation”. If we draw close to God in prayer, he promises to comfort/sustain us.
Many find hope in the resurrection (John 5:28,29). We can look forward to seeing our dead loved ones again, including Ms. Harris. Having been a nurse, I’m sure she will be taking care of others in the ‘new world’ (2 Pet. 3:13).
I hope theses scriptural thoughts bring you comfort and hope.
Mike & Marian Sioux says
I worked with Ataloa for a long time at Lame Deer School & she was always nice to all of the children as well as the staff. Our prayers are with all of you now.
Mary and Jolyn Dillon says
To Gus and all his family
Our sincerest sympathy to all of you in this sad time. Knowing we will see our loved ones again is comforting. She was really able to share both the suffering; and the resurrection of Christ at Easter. God bless you Gus and family. You are in our prayers. Mary and Jolyn Dillon
J Johnson says
My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Ataloa Harris. May you find comfort in your happy memories and in remembering the fine qualities you recall of Mrs. Harris. Please know that God promises to be, “near to those that are broken at heart; and those who are crushed in spirit he saves.” (Psalm 34; 18) Our loving Creator has promised to soon “swallow up death forever…and wipe the tears from all faces.” (Isaiah 25; 8) Please look forward to the joy of again seeing Ataloa Harris in perfect health in Paradise conditions which were initially promised in regard to the Earth (Genesis 1:31). Faith in these promises will hopefully ease the pain of loss. Meanwhile we have the opportunity to follow Jesus’ instruction to continue to take in Bible knowledge that leads to everlasting life (John 17:3). and be further comforted by many beautiful promises.
Ron and Kathy Hirst says
A dear friend and co worker. Someone who encouraged me throughout my years at Lame Deer. My prayers go out to Gus and other family members. I am sure God has reserved a special place for her.
Daniel & Lillian Big Man says
We were saddened to hear of Ataloa’s passing. She was a very caring and compassionate person and she will be missed by many. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Harris family during this difficult time.
Anita Morin says
Gus and family, my love and thoughts are with you at this sad time. We had some great times together in the years gone by. Addie was a great member of the Kitty Klub. She will always be with us in the years to come. Grandma Yellowtail is probably filled with joy to see her daughter. I am so sorry I cannot be with you but my heart is there with you. May Creator walk with all of you and ease your sorrow. Love you guys.
Tracy & Edith Robinson says
Prayers and condolences to the Harris family.
Faithe Lonebear Merrick says
Sending Prayers and condolences to the Harris Family!
Reno Charette says
I’m so sorry for your loss. I pray that Peace is restored to your lives soon.
Jiggs and Bernadette Charette says
Addie was a very cherished friend and assisted with many situations above and beyond her required duties especially involving children in need. Our sincere thoughts and prayers go out to the family for your loss.
Leroy Not Afraif says
My condolences!!! Prayers are with!!!
God bless!
Marsha Small says
Gus and family,
Our prayers are with you. She was an inspiration for many of us, and we will miss her.
Rennie Whiteman Pena says
prayers go out to you all <3 Ataloa was truly a woman of God. She was a great example of a wife, mother, sister, aunt, grandma and friend. We need to live like she lived with lots and lots of love!!! God has another special angel in heaven.
Denise Swank & Frank Whiteman says
Prayers for all of you: You all have lost a loving wife, mother, grandmother & Great Granma. We have lost a wonderful aunt, friend, co-worker, sister, she will be missed: But God only takes the best. She lived a wonderful life and accomplished a lot. You alll have the memories of her and those will always be treasured. I know how it feels to lose a grandma, one with whom your so close to. You dont get over it; but it gets easier as time goes on. I love you all and pray for you all. Had a good talk with Rynie last summer, Your in my prayers. Your mom is in a wonderful place with our Lord.
Roy and Stephanie Fisher & Family says
Condolences to the Harris Family <3
Pearl Rowland/Leedom Family says
Prayers to the Harris family. Mom speaks often of what Addie has taught her while Nursing with her. She was a great friend and a lovely person. She will be deeply missed. Much love to the family.
Tara Salley says
My condolences to the Harris family for your loss. I was only blessed to know Addie for a short time but she brought love to everyone she knew. She will be dearly missed.
Betty Grinsell says
I am so sorry for your loss. I loved Addie…she mothered and cared for everyone working in the Lame Deer School. She was a joy to be around with her smile and sweet spirit and always had the right words to brighten a gloomy day. I will remember her always…
Guadalupe Cano says
Cano Prayer Go Out To The Harris Family She Was A Very Nice Lady And The Lord Got Another Great Angel She Was Always Nice To Me And Was There To.Talk Great Women And A Great Family Sorry For Your Loss.
Janice Good Luck says
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time. I truly have some fond memories of Addie. Growing up in LG and spending many hours playing at your home with all the kids. At Sunday school the gentleness that was shown to every children that came into her path. And also working with her at Lame Deer School. Again she had nothing but complete love and compassion for all students and staff. As it has been said “God has taken a beautiful Angel home to prepare a place for us.”
Kathy Hogan says
Love to my family and Grandma Addie as she transitions. <3
cheryl n merlin limpy family says
Ataloa was always a angel amongst us, being an awesome woman of god, walking with the hand of the lord upon her, as she allowed his neverending love flow through her to others, shoes we cannot fill, as her n gus walked hand in hand to the very end of her time here, but on to glory in heaven above, there she will dance with prophets gone before us, on streets of gold, in the presence of our lord above…..weep we will, for only time will tell when we will see u again, untill then? u will be missed, n the memories u have left us are held in love. our condolances n prayers to the harris family, she was a beautiful person, n will b missed by all who were blessed to had known her.
clementine seminole says
my prayers go out to the family especially to francis so sorry for your loss maheo is by your side he well never leave you may he give you comfert at this time. i remember when she was a nurse at the grade school and i got a call saying my son sebastian was sick and to go pick him up so i did and addie was standing there in her office she siad he’s got a fever and i had him rest all morning thinking his fever would break but it hasn’t. so she gave me some instruction for him before we left ,she will be truly missed by all. she’s with meheo now.
Jeanne Shipstead says
“Miss Attie”,as I called her was a very special and gentle lady . I remember her telling me about how she decided to become a nurse; she was ill and thought the nurse who helped her was an angel .Well, we all know that tonite there is another angel in heaven in a nurses’ cape and cap .Rest well.
Sara Young says
Ataloa was such a special woman, a great role model for young Crow girls aspiring to go to college, have a family & a career and remaining active in church – singing her favorite Baptist hymns, organizing the famous First Crow Indian Baptist Christmas pageant and recruiting Gus to serve as the narrator, bringing all her little family to all the church events and sharing testimony for her love of God. She did it all and always with a smile and a kind word for others.Condolences to the family for the loss of their very special matriarch.
THE SIMPSON BOYS says
we send prayers to your family during these hard times.GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU!!!
Kim Dahle Paz and Rey Paz says
Gus and family….my prayers are with you. Ms. Addie was the sweetest lady, she will be missed.
Ed and Joanne Luther says
Dear Harris Family. Our condolences to each of you. My Mom worked with Addie & always spoke highly of her. Our thoughts & prayers are with you. 11Corinthians 5:8 “absent from the body present with the Lord.” Joanne (Peters) Luther (Sunny Peters’ oldest daughter)
Rita McDonald says
We were so sad to hear about the passing of such an amazing lady. To Gus and all of Addie’s family we send our sympathy, love and prayers. Many, many wonderful memories of our children growing up together. I think the mold was broken when God created Addie! I was Addie’s hairdresser for many years and always loved the stories and she had many! Art and Rita McDonald
Brandon Jesus says
She was a very loving, caring, and compassionate woman. She was always so nice to me and our family when we up to Montana to visit. My Heart goes out to her Husband, Children, Grandchildren, and entire Family.
Grace Buck says
My thoughts and prayers to Ataloa’s family. I knew her in college and she was a dear friend. I remember when her and Gus married. She was the happiest bride I have ever seen. I will miss her
Andrita Harris says
Our prayers, and condolences go out Gus and Family, Addie will be missed.
Sorry to hear of the loss of a great Lady. Addie always had stories tto tell me, talked about horses alot.
Lee & Dorothy and Andrita Harris
Billy, Dylan and Tegan Harris
Joan WhiteCrane says
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Harris and Hogan family. It was a blessing to know Addie and is a blessing to see the love and kindness that she has passed down through her children and grandchildren. May God’s Holy Spirit and Grace comfort you.
Patti Means says
My condolences to Gus, Lori and family. I worked with Addie at the IHS clinic when I was younger and she had a special way of telling stories that was so amusing. She will be missed.
Ann & Porter Knows His Gun says
Gus & Children;
Your in our prayers. Condolences to you all.
Maus Red Robe says
Gus and family, my deepest condolences, prayers to you at this time.
ROBERTA H ROTH says
GUS AND FAMILY ATOLA WILL BE GREATLY MISSED. MY SYMPATHY TO THE FAMILY.
Reginald Killsnight Family says
Condolences to the Harris family for your loss, Ataloa was a good woman, she was a great nurse while children were in school, have many fond memories of her.
Prayers to the family that Maheo will get you through this difficult time.
Jason and Cas (Walks Over Ice) Kaline says
Our hearts go out to the family through their time of hurt and pain. May the Lord Bless you and keep you now and always. She was a wonderful woman full of grace and love. She will be sadly missed!!
Miriam Knows His Gun-Beartusk & Family says
My deepest condolences… I loved this lady. She was the closest thing to my mom’s spirit I could find… so tender, sweet, and precious. I loved doing her hair for her. I will miss her. I know the Angels are holding her now and all Heaven is rejoicing! Hugs to everyone… Love you, Gus.
Roni Murphy says
My deepest condolences to Gus, Lynn, Roberta and the rest of the Harris family. May Ataloa Rest in Paradise!
Wolf Robe Willow says
Prayers to Gus Harris & Family , May the lord bring you peace and comfort at this time”
From our Family.
Rebekah Knows His Gun says
I just saw that Ataloa had passed on a minute ago! I am so sorry to have missed her funeral and I wished to have seen her before she passed. She was the sweetest woman and reminded me of my own mother’s sweet spirit. I can certainly feel your sorrow and am glad that you had years more with your mother than we did with ours and they are celebrating their reunion in heaven now. I give my heartfelt condolences to you Gus and Lori and the rest of your family for the loss of so sweet and gentle a spirit.
Marjorie Pearl Ethridge says
My thoughts and prayers to Aunt Ataloa’s family. She is a sweet sweet lady and was always a role model for me. She was dearly loved by my mother, Edna.