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In Memory Of

Cody Reece Carlson, age 31, of Ashland

August 3, 1984 – July 31, 2016

On July 31, 2016 Ma’heo called Cody Collins home.  Cody was born August 3, 1984 to Lori Jo Collins.  Later was raised by his adopted Father James Wick who loved him as his own son. Cody was a Descendent of Chief Joseph on his Grandmother Loretta side. On his Grandfather John side he was a Descendent of Chief Red Cloud.  Cody had two sisters and one bother who loved dearly. He attended school at St. Labre Catholic School in Ashland, MT graduating in 2002.  At his early age he was introduced to his Cultural ways by his grandparents John and Loretta Collins such as handgames, sweats, pow-wows and other ceremonial traditions.  One of his passions was sings handgame songs with his brother Virgil; also pitching horseshoes with his brother Robert.  He loved to hang out with his aunties, Bird and Barb.  He also lived 2 to 3 years with his uncle Verdell and Shonna.   Cody was loved by Shonna’s family the Birdingrounds.  Then Cody was adopted by Joe, aka Pops, and Emily Weaselbear as their own son. Later years he had lived with Virgil, Nakia and Christy and became a part of their family.  Rose Bearchum then took him as a son. Barbra Little Owl also adopted Cody as a son.  Cody made friends everywhere, people loved him.  On November 11, he met the love of his life Jacklyn at Bismarck, ND and had three beautiful children Kennedy, aka Tiny, Konnor and Kollins.  Cody was an awesome husband and father. No words could ever express the love he had for them.

 

He is proceeded in Death by his grandparents: John and Loretta Collins; brothers: Maurice Prairie Chief , Jeff and Ross Parker Jr.; and Uncle Lloyd Runsabove.

 

He is survived by his parents: Lori Jo Collins and James Wick; sisters: Mari (Andre) and Britany (Tevan) Wick, Loretta Collins,  Loren Birdinground, Christy Bearchum, Lisa Costa; brothers: Otto Wick, Jonethyn (Makayla) Collins, Antonio Garcia, Taylor (Chelsea), Colten, Sklyer, and Verdell Collins Jr, Robert Bearchum Jr, Sohnie Stern, Les Hogan Jr, Tylen Tallbull, Ronnie Craig, Julian Hiwalker, Ivan Ryan, Walter, Spike, Scott, Mathew Birdinground; uncles: Verdell (Shonna) Collins, Walter, Bill, webby Runsabove; aunties: Barb and Bird Collins, Tonia Jorgensen, Jennette Scott, Trudy Bixby, Rose Dillard, Anne, Addie, Alice, Maggie, Della Runsabove; nieces and nephews: Daniel Gunzara, Domeneke Bearchum, Kylee and Carli Collins, Kathryn Little Brave, Michael, Emily, Gretchen, Micah, Virgil Jr, Joseph Samuel, and Germaine Weaselbear, Marian, Talissa, Arianne and Roy American Horse; extended family: Collins, Wick, Runsabove, Halfmoon, Curley, Siouxcalf, Cain, Costa, Parker, Sherman, Mc Curry, Foote Weaselbear, Woodenthigh, Haugen, Hart, Birdinground, Johns, Villegas, Smith, Jorgensen Bement, Grants, American Horse, Scott.  Cody had a very large Family we sincerely apologize if we left any family members out.

 

Service Schedule

Traditional Wake

7:00 PM

Wednesday August 3, 2016

St. Labre Catholic Parish

1000 Tongue River Rd.

Ashland, Montana 59003

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Funeral Mass

11:00 AM

Thursday August 4, 2016

St. Labre Catholic Parish

1000 Tongue River Rd.

Ashland, Montana 59003

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Rite of Committal

12:30 PM

Thursday August 4, 2016

St. Labre Cemetery

1000 Tongue River Rd.

Ashland, Montana 59003

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Service Schedule

Traditional Wake

7:00 PM

Wednesday August 3, 2016

St. Labre Catholic Parish

1000 Tongue River Rd.

Ashland, Montana 59003

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Funeral Mass

11:00 AM

Thursday August 4, 2016

St. Labre Catholic Parish

1000 Tongue River Rd.

Ashland, Montana 59003

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Rite of Committal

12:30 PM

Thursday August 4, 2016

St. Labre Cemetery

1000 Tongue River Rd.

Ashland, Montana 59003

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  1. Mimi Nickel says

    August 2, 2016 at 9:15 am

    So very sorry to family & friends for your loss. I will pray for Gods comfort & peace in this time.

  2. JuLia (Eagle) Maldonado says

    August 2, 2016 at 9:52 am

    Cody and his family are in my thoughts. Many prayers during this difficult time.

  3. Lori Melotz & Alan Clark says

    August 2, 2016 at 10:48 am

    Lori Jo, James, Sonny and All of Cody’s Family,

    You are all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May you all find comfort in the memories you have of Cody.

  4. Donna Bearcomesout says

    August 2, 2016 at 12:36 pm

    Heartfelt Condolences to all of Cody’s family ~ to my Granddaughter Jackie and Cody’s mother Lori! You are in our thoughts and prayers, Maheo give you strength through these difficult days!

  5. Bert and Helen Woods says

    August 2, 2016 at 1:02 pm

    So sorry for your loss. To all of Cody’s family, you are in our prayers. May God give you strength in the coming days.

  6. Clayton & Lisa Mason says

    August 2, 2016 at 3:37 pm

    Our thoughts and prayers are with jackie and the family. He will be dearly missed.

  7. Stanley and LaDonna Eagle and Family says

    August 2, 2016 at 4:09 pm

    Lori Jo ,and Family Our deepest Conolences on your loss, He was an awesome young man who had a great personality, He will be missed by alot of people , With our deepest respect to you and your, our prayers are with you and the family

  8. Corinna Littlewolf says

    August 2, 2016 at 5:35 pm

    Incredibly sorry to hear about Cody’s passing. Thinking about you, Jacklyn, and your kids and the families. Love and comfort to you all at this difficult time. ❤️

  9. Doris Sequi says

    August 2, 2016 at 6:10 pm

    My deepest condolences to Jackie, my granddaughter and their three children. Cody was a very kind and caring young man and a great dad to their kids. He was so attentive and caring to his family. He will be so missed. It was a shock to hear this news on Sunday. To Lori and family, I can’t imagine how you feel right now. I am praying for strength for you and Jackie to get through this.

  10. Kitte Coffin says

    August 3, 2016 at 12:51 am

    Praying for all Cody’s loved ones. So sorry to hear of your great loss.

  11. Audrey Snodgrass & Shane Wheeler says

    August 3, 2016 at 6:51 am

    We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you.

  12. Donna and James Stevenson says

    August 3, 2016 at 7:01 am

    Lori Jo, James, and family
    So sorry to hear about your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

  13. Pat & Jennifer Dennis says

    August 3, 2016 at 7:47 am

    Praying for all of the family loved ones. We will keep you in our prayers.

  14. Marina Mitchell says

    August 3, 2016 at 9:46 am

    So sorry to hear about Cody, he was such a good father and husband. Our deepest condolences to Jackie and Lori/family. He is alive in your thoughts and memories.
    Marina Mitchell and family.

  15. donna wick brien says

    August 3, 2016 at 9:57 am

    Hugs kisses Lori Jo no words can express what your going through..just know that I am thinking of you. Prayers

  16. Wanda Bixby says

    August 3, 2016 at 3:04 pm

    My prayers are with you all may God wrap his loving arms around you and guide. thru this difficult time

  17. Rhoda Glenmore (Eseeva'e) says

    August 3, 2016 at 4:46 pm

    My sincere condolences to the family of Cody. Keeping you all in my prayers. It’s so difficult to lose a son Lori and James. I pray especially for his siblings, his wife, and 3 small children. This has been so heavy on my heart since sunday. Hugs and Prayers <3

  18. Rhoda Glenmore (Eseeva'e) says

    August 3, 2016 at 4:47 pm

    My sincere condolences to the family of Cody. Keeping you all in my prayers. It’s so difficult to lose a son Lori and James. I pray especially for his siblings, his wife, and 3 small children. This has been so heavy on my heart since sunday. Hugs and Prayers.

  19. Carla & Jay Johnson says

    August 3, 2016 at 6:41 pm

    Our deepest condolences to Lori Jo and family in the loss of Cody. He was a very sweet young man who loved his family and his children and was very proud of what he had accomplished in life. God bless all of you and remember that he is watching over all of his loved ones!

  20. Love Laurie Bob McMasters and family, Nevada says

    August 3, 2016 at 6:50 pm

    Sending prayers and love to all my family. Thinking of you during this time and always.

  21. Eugene and Clarice Big Back Sr. says

    August 3, 2016 at 8:51 pm

    Sincere condolences and prayers to our great granddaughter, Jackie and family. ????

  22. Georgia Ann Burns says

    August 3, 2016 at 9:18 pm

    I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers for his wife, children and family.
    My prayers and thoughts are with all of you!
    It is heart breaking, to lose your adult son!
    He will be in your heart, mind and soul. Praying for comfort, strength and healing!

  23. LaChelle H. says

    August 3, 2016 at 10:28 pm

    Its tough to hear of my childhood friend called home soo soon, Garryowen crew will miss ya buddy. Rest High on that mountain bro. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

  24. Holly Bixby says

    August 3, 2016 at 10:33 pm

    Cody was also a YellowEyes and Carlson and we loved him very much. Cody was a loving and forgiving person, a truly exceptional young man who was respectful to everyone no matter the circumstances. His presence will be very missed by all of us and he will be in our hearts always.

  25. Kristin Charette says

    August 3, 2016 at 10:35 pm

    Prayers for his wife and family. He was a good man always smiling and having a good time.

  26. Barbara Bement says

    August 4, 2016 at 5:23 am

    Prayers for you..Lori..and family…your son was a kind and caring young man…always had a smile for you when he would see you..God bless and comfort you and family..Loved with a love beyond telling…Missed with a grief beyond all tears..

  27. Cecilia Thex says

    August 4, 2016 at 4:09 pm

    It was so shocking and sad to hear of Cody’s passing. My heat goes out to his family. I pray you find comfort. Maheo hear the prayers to help heal their loss. May they find comfort to help them through it all.

  28. Dolores shoulderblade says

    August 4, 2016 at 8:01 pm

    So sorry for your loss, Cory was a kind warm hearted young man who made others feel special.his presence at handgames will be missed, he is in God’s arms now, sincere sympathy to his family.

  29. Dolores shoulderblade says

    August 4, 2016 at 8:02 pm

    So sorry for your loss, Cody was a kind warm hearted young man who made others feel special.his presence at handgames will be missed, he is in God’s arms now, sincere sympathy to his family.

  30. Prince Slay says

    May 18, 2017 at 6:14 pm

    Hi! I Am Prince Slay! I Didn’t Know Cody, But I Used to Have A Thing for Jackie, No Offense! I Am A Psychic and A Medium, and I Have Been Talking to Cody As He Passes Through His Judgement! Cody Left Me A Personal Message and I Have Been Doing Research to Find Out How He Really Died! It Is A Simple Matter, and I May Be Reaching Out to Some of You to Help Cody and Myself Get Through These Times! #StayUp

  31. Prince Slay says

    May 18, 2017 at 6:25 pm

    How Did Cody Really Die? He Says That It Has Something to Do With A Girl? Cody Has 3 kids and He Died 2016! WHy Does His Facebook Page Stop Posting In 2014? I Know Those Are His Kids, and the Only Reason I Am Posting THis Is Because I Never Met Cody, But I Really Have Been Thinking About Him, and Trying to Be Sure! If I Really Told You WHy, You Probably WOuld Look to the Sky! #StayUp

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Service Schedule

Traditional Wake

7:00 PM

Wednesday August 3, 2016

St. Labre Catholic Parish

1000 Tongue River Rd.

Ashland, Montana 59003

View map

Funeral Mass

11:00 AM

Thursday August 4, 2016

St. Labre Catholic Parish

1000 Tongue River Rd.

Ashland, Montana 59003

View map

Rite of Committal

12:30 PM

Thursday August 4, 2016

St. Labre Cemetery

1000 Tongue River Rd.

Ashland, Montana 59003

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