Cordelia “Kay” Spang, 62, Sacrifice Woman (Oestone’e), our beloved mother, sister, grandmother, great grandmother, aunt, neice, cousin, passed away on April 26, 2021 surrounded by her family.
Kay was born on November 26, 1958 in Crow Agency to Alfonso Burt Spang and Emeline Fisher.
Kay grew up on the Northern Cheyenne Reservation, attended Lame Deer elementary and graduated from St. Labre High School in 1976.
Kays children include; Kimberly (Florris) Medicine Bull, Aleda and Wiljo Spang, Victor Jr (Sereda), Carolyn (Charlie) Oldman, Christy, Jodi and Shannon Woodenthigh, Adopted son Eric Turnsplenty. Grandchildren, Ashley, Alicia, Michael, Asia, Alyssa, Freddy (April), Fredericka, Chauncey, Chasity, Chloee, Mariah, Christopher, Benjamin, Owen, Natalie, Melody, Mykaila, Catalaya, Serenity, Wiljo Jr, Promise, Angelo, and 1 unborn grandchild. Great Grandchildren Hazelyn, Ezra, and Laken and 1 unborn great grandchild.
Kay enjoyed spending time with her children, grandchildren, siblings and family and cruising the back roads listening to music. She enjoyed creating arts and crafts for her home and family. Kay was employed at the Northern Cheyenne Ambulance Service, Northern Cheyenne Tribe-Custodian, Lame Deer Public School and Lame Deer Trading.
Kay is survived by her children; Kimberly, Aleda, Wiljo, Victor Jr, Carolyn, Jodi and Shannon, sisters; Lucinda (Joe) Fox, Lanita Littlewhiteman, Jocelyn, Ethelyn and Jolene Spang, brothers Warren Spang and Eloy Brady, uncles; Llevando (Phyliss) Fisher, Jule Spang, Sr., Leroy Spang, Terry Spang, Sr., aunts; Hansa Faye Burns and Bonnie Belt.
Kay is preceded in death by the love of her life Victor Woodenthigh, Sr., her parents; Alfonso Burt and Emeline, sister; Alberta Spang, brother; Cleve Spang, daughter; Christy Rose, paternal grand parents; Alfonso Sr. and Mary Callsfirst Spang, maternal grand parents; Henry and Lucille Fisher, paternal uncles; Darrell Wiljo Spang, Wilmer Spang, Sr., maternal uncles; Henry, Doren and Floyd Fisher; maternal aunts; Cynthia and Alvina Fisher, paternal aunt; Jennie Littlecoyote; grandchildren, Henny and CJ Scott and Shetae Sandcrane.
Extended families include Oldbulls, TwentyStands, Seminoles, Fishers, Harris, Lame Bear, Spottedwolf’s. Sorry if we missed anyone, our family is very large.
The family would like to Thank the Northern Cheyenne IHS for assisting the family in providing care for Kay during her last days and all the love and prayers from everyone.
Kay is now reunited with her daughter Christy Rose, whom she loved and missed very much. Fly high mommy.
Service Schedule
Graveside Service
11:00 AM
Friday April 30, 2021
Spang Family Cemetery
Lame Deer, Montana 59043
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ROBERT LITTLE WOLF says
TO THE FAMILY OF CORDELIA KAY SPANG, THE NORTHERN CHEYENNE CHIEF COUNCIL EXTEND THEIR MOST HEARTFELT CONDOLENCES AND PRAYERS FOR STRENGTH DURING THIS MOST SAD, SORROWFUL AND MOURNFUL TIME FOR THE LOST OF A BELOVED LOVED LOVE ONE.
Mary Dillon says
I’m so sorry- sending my prayers and love
Mary Dillon
Cher says
My sincere condolences to the Family, The Bible tells us about the hope for all who die . John 5:28,29. The Resurrection! On Earth! You will be reunited with your love one again! I pray this Bible Truth brings you some peace and comfort .
Lyle Harris says
I will miss my Auntie very much. Like I said, I think I was the only Woodenthigh kid that visited her and my cousins. 🤷🤷🤷. IDK!!! I should not say that. Going to miss her laughter and cool humor. Dear God, please look over her children and grandchildren. P.I.P. Auntie Love You 💘
R.M. Xomoo'o says
Condolences to the family. She was a real hard worker and was a welcoming person. The few times I got to visit with her, she just wanted to know if things were good and how the kids were liking the event. One time she shared with me the hardships she endured being a single mother and how much she loved her children. Was very sad to see when she lost one of her young daughters. I grew up with some of her nephews and nieces. Always had good times. Her daughters and sons treated me good. Want to encourage you children left behind, keep working hard like your mother, pass that on to your kids and grandkids. She will live on in memory. Anytime anyone talks about her, I will share how she was and how good she treated people and put the kids in our community first. She will live on that way, a part of the people who carried on our in a good way of life for others.
Andrita Harris says
So Sorry for your loss. Kay will be missed. RIP cousin. Deepest sympathy and condolences to the Family. Kimberly always here for you