Colleen Faye Siouxcalf-Spang (Nahkoha’e Bear Woman) age 55 went home to be with the Lord and her family in the early morning of April 22nd, 2018. Colleen was born April 23, 1962 to Max and Beulla Siouxcalf
Colleen attended Brainerd Indian School during high school and then Northern Cheyenne Tribal School where she would graduate from in 1980. She also attended Eastern Montana College and Chief Dull Knife College.
During her young adult years she worked at the Northern Cheyenne Ambulance Service where she later met her husband Ron.
Her interests included running, walking/running in the hills with her dogs, visiting with her family and friends, traveling, camping, having cookouts, and playing video games with her kids.
Colleen married Ronald Carl Spang on May 3, 1994.
Together they had their daughter Roni and son Alfonzo. They moved to Browning MT for several years and later made their home in Lame Deer MT. Colleen enjoyed traveling with her husband Ron to visit her family in South Dakota and his family in Browning. They would travel during the summer with their kids to Washington where they would visit family. Colleen also enjoyed watching movies and TV shows with her family, including one of her favorites The Walking Dead. Throughout her life Colleen made many friends, several of whom she took as brothers and sisters. She also took her kids friends as her own and treated them as such. Colleen enjoyed life and lived it to the fullest.
Colleen was committed to raising her children in a home serving God. Colleen was a devoted Christian where she enjoyed attending community gatherings such as revivals, bible study and the Pentecostal church. One of her favorites included the H.O.M.E Church while it was located in Lame Deer MT.
She worked at the Northern Cheyenne Housing Authority as an Acquisitions Manager for 12 years. Colleen would then work at the Northern Cheyenne Tribe as a Procurement Officer until she was unable due to her health.
The ones who passed before and are greeting Colleen are her parents; paternal grandparents James and Hannah Ant, and maternal grandparents Fred and Flora Roundstone, her three brothers Curtis, Leland, and Chris and sister Theresa, niece Keri Lyn Birdhat, and longtime friend Vicki Taylor.
Survivors include her devoted husband of 31 years Ronald, daughters Roni (Jordan) Knows His Gun, Tracy Spang; sons, Alfonzo Spang and Jeff Spang; granddaughters, Winnie Elaine Salois, and Kasia Verna Faye Knows His Gun; brothers, Alvin Birdhat, Clinton “Porky” (Cora) Birdhat, Sixxx (Cindy) Labeaux, and Laforce Siouxcalf; sister Evangeline (Gilbert) Solis; father in law, Jule Spang Sr, as well as her brother and sister in laws; adopted parents, Roger and Mabel Killsnight
“Miracles happen Minnie” -Colleen
“Ya, dad told me ♥” -Roni
“I just started crying. I said God is so good. To God be all the glory” -Colleen
We would like to thank all the friends and family and medical staff for your support.
Service Schedule
Traditional Wake
7:00 p.m.
Wednesday April 25, 2018
Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church
Lame Deer, Montana 59043
Funeral Service
11:00 a.m.
Thursday April 26, 2018
Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church
Lame Deer, Montana 59043
Service Schedule
Traditional Wake
7:00 p.m.
Wednesday April 25, 2018
Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church
Lame Deer, Montana 59043
Funeral Service
11:00 a.m.
Thursday April 26, 2018
Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church
Lame Deer, Montana 59043
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KIMBERLY SPANG says
COLLEEN, YOU WERE A BEAUTIFUL PERSON INSIDE AND OUT. IT WAS A PRIVILEGE KNOWING THE WONDERFUL PERSON YOU WERE. REST EASY MY FRIEND.
Rachel LaRance says
So sorry for your loss, my prayers are with you. She’s home and at peace with no more pain.
Laveta Killsnight says
prayers to Collen’s family
May God sent his comforting angels to help you all through – Fly high with the angels Colleen
till we meet again in Paradise –
George Birtic says
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Colleen Spang. She was one of the many fine children of that family. My sympathy is extended to the entire family. May she Rest In Peace.
Downs Family says
As I read of the recent loss of your dearly loved Colleen, I wanted to express my sincerest condolences. During this most distressing time, I hope that you can find comfort in the knowledge that Jehovah God is aware of your grief and can comfort and sustain you. (Isaiah 41:13) in similar times of grief, I have great comfort from the Bible promise of a ressurection, and an end to all death and sorrow (Acts 24:15 ;Rev 21:4). I hope this may be the case for you too.
Porter & Ann Knows His Gun & Family says
Oh my Gosh Auntie Colleen I wasn’t ready for you to leave us as your loved ones were as well. I’m so heartbroken and took me a while to come to terms with you leaving. It seems so unreal :'( that it was a dream. I’m relieved to know you are no longer in pain and finally at peace. I’ll miss seeing you around and will cherish our last conversation. Tell Gma Beulla & Gpa Frank I said hi and miss them. R.I.P. Auntie. I love you. Ann (S.Owl) KHG
Rynalea Whiteman Pena says
It was always a pleasure talking to Colleen. I know when she began to have health problems we talked about it and she always requested prayer. Through this time I have continued to lift her up in prayer as well as her kids and husband. She knew the power of prayer & to put her trust in the Lord. This is not the end because in Christ we have eternal life. May the Lord give comfort to those that mourn and bring peace to the brokenhearted. As we all know there is no goodbye for our people but We Will See You Again!
Williamette Rising Sun says
My deepest condolences to Colleen family.
She was truly a beautiful person inside and out! She will missed by many! Rest well my dear friend!
ROBERT J. LITTLE WOLF says
TO THE FAMILY OF COLLEEN SIOUXCALF SPANG, THE NORTHERN CHIEF COUNCIL EXTEND THEIR MOST SINCERE CONDOLENCES AND PRAYERS FOR STRENGTH DURING THIS MOST SAD, SORROWFUL AND MOURNFUL TIME FOR THE LOST OF A BELOVED LOVE ONE.
Pamela Abeyta says
3286 granger ave.E apt.6 Dear Coleen, I enjoyed every laugh we shared! I’m so happy to have met you, you were that special lady that made me walk away knowing we enjoyed a good laugh! Thanks for being you and tell my momma and brother hi!
A. Harris says
Sorry for your loss. Colleen is in no more pain. Prayers to the Family. I have always enjoyed our talks we had.
L. Haugen says
My deepest Condolences to the family. (Cool Jeans “CJ”) always talked about how much she loved and enjoyed her family. She was a person anyone could go to and she would lend an ear, shoulder, prayer or scriptures with you. I enjoyed working with her and I will always remember the funny/crazy times that we shared. Rest in peace and we will see you later <3
Joey Littlebird says
Colleen will be missed, she was a kind lady. Prayers and thoughts to the entire family.
lori fourhorn says
rest in peace my friend ..
until we meet again .
Jamie Whiteman & Family says
Sending hugs to Ron ,Roni,&fonz.. I’ll miss ur smile. The last time You came to the house to say good bye to Fred.you couldn’t believe how full my home was with all the family.. And I’m happy I got to see & talk to you before you crossed over..
I’m heart broken again.. Tell our mom’s & dad’s we all still miss them.. Tell my James & Ameo still miss them every day’ I love you & will miss you Lil Sis..
Earlene Clown says
Condolences to Ron and family.
Joleen Spang says
To Ronald and his children, I am so sadened by your loss. Colleen was such a good person she always had a smile when you greeted her. May God Bless and keep you through this difficult time.
Suzanne (Big Back) Shangreaux says
Colleen was a person that was kind and I enjoyed visiting her when I ran into her, condolences to her family. She will missed greatly!
Martha Ant LaRance says
Prayers to Colleen, your at peace now, no more suffering. You will not be forgotten. Love from your only living Aunt, Martha Ant LaRance.
Patricia Hubbard says
I wish to express my sincere condolences to the family and friends of Colleen Spang. May you find comfort in your loving memories of Colleen and in God’s promise to see our loved ones again through the resurrection. (Acts 24:15) What joy it will be to welcome back Colleen to a beautiful, peaceful earth (Psalms 37:10,11,29) where all pain, sickness and death will be no more! (Rev 21:4) Hold on to all your happy memories of Colleen and let these, along with all the promises of God, who cannot lie, bring you comfort and hope! My deepest sympathy!
I invite you to visit JW.ORG for more information on this comforting hope.
Crystal says
We are not of this world because we are just passing through! I know you are at peace- I enjoyed talking to you and giving you a hug and telling you I love you at Sam’s Club where I was working. I will miss your beautiful smile. May our Lord comfort your Family & Relatives at the time and hour and with prayers.