Bernadette Kay Red Cherries “Hotoomee’e – Shelter Woman” was born July 6, 1960 to Bernard Red Cherries and Flossie Rock Roads in Crow Agency, MT. She left this world March 8, 2014. Bernadette was a loving and devoted mother. Bernadette pursued a secondary education in Lawrence, Kansas at “Haskell University”. Her occupations ranged from wild land fire fighter to counselor at Healing Hearts to nurses aid. She had a passion for the outdoors including; fishing, camping hiking, running cross country, picnicking, and collecting rocks. She also loved traveling and lived in a variety of places. She was a loving, caring person with a bottomless heart. She was loved by many friends and family too numerous to name. She was known for seizing the moment and making people laugh. She will be sincerely missed. She left an impression on the world and the people fortunate to have known her.
She is survived by her children Daecia, Gabrielle, and E.J. LA Roche, Nancy Mackey, Mamie Walks Along, and nine grandchildren, Natalie Rodriquez, William LaRoche, Carnell & Kazmir LaRoche, Dezmond Thompson, Aleathea Clark, Ava Mackey, Jason & Damon Manual.
She is preceded in death by her parents Bernard Red Cherries and Flossie Rock Roads, sisters Patsy Maupin, Imogene Rock Roads, Mina Rife, brother Bernard Red Cherries JR., niece Johnalene Medicine Top, and grandmother Mable Driving Hawk.
Traditional Wake services start at 7:00 PM Friday, March 14, 2014 at Christ the King Catholic Parish in Busby, MT. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11:00AM Saturday, March 14, 2014 at Christ the King Catholic Parish in Busby MT. Burial will follow at the Busby Cemetery. A dinner will follow burial at Christ the King Catholic Parish in Busby Mt. The family has entrusted Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home of Forsyth to assist with these arrangements and condolences may be left online by visiting www.stevensonandsons.com
Service Schedule
Traditional Wake
7:00 PM
Friday March 14, 2014
Christ the King Catholic Parish
Busby, MT 59016
Funeral Service
11:00 AM
Saturday March 15, 2014
Christ the King Catholic Parish
Busby, MT 59016
Luncheon
Following Graveside Services
Saturday March 15, 2014
Christ the King Catholic Parish
Busby, MT 59016
Service Schedule
Traditional Wake
7:00 PM
Friday March 14, 2014
Christ the King Catholic Parish
Busby, MT 59016
Funeral Service
11:00 AM
Saturday March 15, 2014
Christ the King Catholic Parish
Busby, MT 59016
Luncheon
Following Graveside Services
Saturday March 15, 2014
Christ the King Catholic Parish
Busby, MT 59016
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Myra Fisher says
May God Bless & keep you Bernadette.
Ann & Porter Knows His Gun says
Bernadette!! Oh my gosh Sister!! I can’t believe your gone too….:'( First, Chirp now you! I didn’t get a chance to give a hug, tell you I love you or even a “see ya later” like we used to say each other on the streets of LD. Tell my big brother Chirp I miss him, love him and of course I’m gonna always be waiting for you to pop up around the corners on me. Well, here’s my final (((hugs))), I LOVE you and I’m gonna miss you. You were the only who got away with calling me “Annie”…… R.I.P. sister, you’ve been struggling for years now you’ll be at peace and Rest! :'(
Mary and Jolyn Dillon says
I was so saddened to hear of the loss of my friend Bernadette. We will all meet again and there will be no pain and no sorrow. Joining our loved ones will be a wonderful gathering; seeing our babies, family members, and so many friends. I have many memories of the past with Bernadette, we had many good laughs together and got along good . I considered her my good friend. We talked about many things, and I know she had faith in our Lord. I am so sorry, your family will be remembered in my prayers.
Mary and Jolyn Dillon
Joleen Spang says
Just wanted the family that we are truly sorry for your loss. Bernadette has such beautiful children. We are blessed to have Daciea and Apple as part of our family.
Melissa Whitewolf & Family says
So sorry to hear about the passing of Bernadette. She was quite the character, with a good sense of humor. God Bless & comfort her children and her family.
Julianne Spang says
Prayers to you Daeicia mii friend and sorry for the loss…Keep your head up I am here for ya .
J Johnson says
My sincere condolences to the family of Bernadette Kay Red Cherries – May you find comfort in your loving memories, beautiful pictures and in recalling the many talents of Ms. Red Cherries. It was not God’s purpose that mankind suffer and die (Romans 5:12). He has promised that a time will come when no one will say “I am sick” (Isaiah 33:24). The Bible promises a resurrection of dear family members and friends that we have lost (John 5:28, 29). The Paradise that was originally promised for the earth in the Garden of Eden will be fulfilled causing God’s “will to be done as in Heaven also upon Earth” (Matthew 6:9, 10). Please find comfort in Bible promises of a hopeful future (John 17:3).
Georgia Burns says
I am sad of hear of Bernadette’s passing. I will miss her laugh and the meetings we attended!!!! May the Lord comfort her and her family now!