Our family, community and world were very blessed when the Creator blessed us with Crystal on April 29, 1987. Crystal was born in Crow Agency, Mt. to Flora Parker and Terry Olson and given the name “Eagle Trail Woman” by her Grandmother, Jennie Parker.
Crystal spent her life in and around the Ashland area, where she attended school at St. Labre, Ashland Public and graduated from Broadus High School. Crystal participated in sports including AAU wrestling, where she qualified for National’s three times. She was also a member of the Business Professionals of America, later attending the National American University in Rapid City, South Dakota.
Crystal had many hobbies and especially loved to fish, hunt, ride horses, work and help in raising nieces and nephews, and she had one very special niece, Sharlyce. Crystal was often encouraging children to stay in school and to make better life choices. She was an avid pool player and looked forward to every pool season and tournaments that didn’t interfere with family occasions.
Crystal was known to be an outgoing, loving person with a strong will to help others, never asking anything in return. She volunteered at the Food Bank and Ashland Public School, and always donated during the blood drive. Every year Crystal helped coordinate the Little Bighorn Memorial Ride, having been adopted by families; The White Hawk, Lone Hill, Yellow Bull, Brewer, Jumping Eagle and other extended families from the South Dakota area. Crystal also participated in the Ft. Robinson Run. Crystal never hesitated to let her family know that she loved them, and what they meant to her. She was known to be very helpful, always lending a hand and sharing her big bright smile and good humor while she did so. Crystal’s belief of being nonjudgmental and always accepting others was admirable. In her younger years, Crystal participated in dancing and as she grew older, she continued attending pow-wows. Crystal was very perceptive and at an early age began learning her culture and traditions. We often were very relieved during ceremonies when Crystal was around as she knew what and how things needed to be done.
Crystal was preceded in death by her Grandpa Shirley Parker, Grandparents John and Regina Whiteman, John Seminole, and Lucille Spear, Sister, Toy Parker and brothers, Ryan, Jeff, Boonzie and Willy.
Crystal is survived by her Mother, Flora, her Father, Terry, her Grandmother, Jennie Parker, Grandfather Lloyd Little bird, Troy and Teresa Wilson, who were her other parents, her brothers, Alvin, Sage, Shirley, Jessie, Rocky, Steven, Stephen, LJ, Tom, Rufus, Lucas, Gabe, Mikey, Nick, Charlie, and Joel. Sisters; Trisha, Desiree, Miranda, Stacy, Steph, LaVonne, Judi, Heather, Therese and Cassie. Our family is very large and we apologize if we have not mentioned someone. It is not our intention to leave someone out.
Traditional Wake will be 7PM Sunday September 23, 2012 at the St. Labre Mission. Funeral Services will be 11AM Monday September 24, 2012 at the St. Labre Mission. Burial will take place at the Parker Poor Farm. Stevenson’s & Son’s Funeral Home of Forsyth are assisting the family with the arrangements and you may send your condolences for the family at www.stevensonandsons.com.
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Mike , Kristi & Girls says
Flora, Jennie and Family.
We know how you feel and words cannot express our heart felt sorrow for you all. We will continue to Pray for the the Family.
Ha Ho !
Fran says
Gone too soon. Never to be forgotten. Always loved.
Lisa Old Mouse says
Flora, Grandma Jennie and Family:
Words cannot express my sadness. May the Creator comfort and help you through this difficult time and May loving memories of Crystal bring peace, comfort and strength.
John & Lisa Just says
We will miss you, our newfound friend. Simple words cannot express our sorrow.
Denise Swank & Frank Whiteman says
Auntie Flora;Grandma Jenny, brother Alvin and rest of family; we are saddened by the news of Crystal: May Ma’he’o wrap his comforting arms around you all during this time of sorrow and the days to come. We may not be there with you in person but we feel for you and hurt with you here in Oklahoma. We love you all and will continue to pray for you all.
Paulette says
Flora, Jenny, Alvin and Family,
So very sorry to hear about Crystal. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I love you guys. She will be sorely missed!
Shirley and Tom Skinner says
Flora, Jenny, Alvin and family,
We are so sorry to hear of your terrible loss. There are never enough words or the right words to say at a time like this. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. God will walk with you through this.
love
Tom and Shirley Skinner
Andrita Harris says
Jennie, Flora and Family
My Deepest sympathy in the loss of Crystal. Have many memories of her in Ashland.
Thoughts and Prayers are with you. Creator will be with you and her. Crystal will never be forgotten. God Bless.
Wind White Woman says
Man totally wishing i was in Ashland right now. RIP Crystal…hope 2 make it 2 say good bye girl…Flora and the family are in our prayers!
Pat & Bob Corbin says
Flora and family we are so sorry for you loss. Hopefully you have many great memories to help you get through this very difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Dion Little says
My heart and prayers to your family in this time of sorrow…
Bill and Danna Runsabove says
Aunt Jennie, Flora and family, we are deeply sorry and offer our sympathy for the loss of your beautiful girl. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Velinda Fox says
Jennie and Flora, you are in my family’s thoughts and prayers. You were always there for us through our loss of Family members. May the Lord bring you strength during this difficult time.
Mary Leedom & Family (Rowland) says
We offer our sympathy for the loss of Crystal. May God keep her safe in his hands. Much love to the family.
Misty Rath says
prayers to you Flora Alvin and Gramma Jennie,
my heart goes out to you and the rest of the family at this time, Crystal was a wonderful person and will always hold a special place in my heart. love you guys so much, RIP Crystal.
Joey Littlebird says
May the Creator be with you all during this time, Prayers to each and everyone of your family.
Sidney Fox says
Every time I needed a book keeper at the Ashland Public boys basketball games I always knew who to call and who was dependable, and that was Crystal.last year she was at every game cheering on the Broncs you could see her passion for the kids! And every kid knew her! Every morning when we worked at Ashland public together I always had to start my day off with her famous pot of coffee! Crystal will be missed but not forgotten the Broncs nation lost a fan! But we know she will always be there in spirit for our youth. My prayers are with the family.
Carla & Jay Johnson says
Words can never take the place to soothe your hurt but hopefully, knowing how many people loved and cared for Crystal will help in the healing! God Bless all of you and know that Crystal will be looking down on you every day to help you deal with the pain you are going through! May she rest in peace and know that she is loved by many and will never be forgotten!
Jennifer Magpie & Family says
So very sorry to hear about Crystal. She was a wonderful person with a smile for everyone. She will be missed dearly. Flora, you and your family are in our prayers.
vicki & kenny says
Alvin-Flora-Jenni-You are all in our prayers..May the Lord bless you with strength and comfort you durin this time..
Ami (Brien) Burns says
Gosh, I honestly have no words to describe the depths of sympathy i have in my heart for my very dear friends who are so close to my girl’s & I…. Flora, Sharlyce, Alvin & Jenny; I pray for the warmth of the comforting arms of our creator embrace your hearts at this time of unbearable pain of heart ache and sorrow’s within your soul’s. Crystal was the silly putty with her amazing bright and cheery atmosphere that held us all together during these kind of times of such grief. We need to listen closely in the silence of our souls to hear the peace we remember in feeling in her laughter, the comfort we got from her smiles, and feel the warmth of the love from her hugs…. R.I.P home girl… ((hugz)) from Ami, Jolene & Mia
Heather Waddington says
I’m not sure if ya’ll will remember me but we were neighbors with you folks in Cheyenne Village many years ago. (Daniel & Nona Waddington are my parents) My sisters Charlee, Maret & I were all friends with Crystal, Tricha & Boonzie there, we’d ride around on our bikes in the culdasac. I wish I would have spoke up when I would ocasionally see ya’ll in Billings these past few years but I was never brave enough to just say “hello” & now I wish I would have. I’m so very very sorry for your loss, from what I remember Crystal always had a smile on her beautiful face & she will always be remembered. May the Lord bless & keep you all in Jesus precious name. ~Heather Waddingon
Cindy Fischer says
Flora, Jenny and family…I am so sorry for your loss.
Cindy Stanton says
Dear Flora, Jennie, Alvin & families,
Words can not express my sorrow. Crystal will never be forgotten. What a bright, ambitious, kind, loving, protective, beautiful woman. She was a wonderful role model for all young people. She will be missed. What a huge loss.
SetovaatseBurt Medicine Bull says
Aunt Jennie, Flora,Family,
Know that I prayed for all of you to be strong, so sorry for your loss, I know how you feel.
Loveyou, SetovaatseBurt MB
SetovaatseBurt Medicine Bull says
Auntie Jennie, Flora, Family,
Know that I prayed for all of you, stay strong, I know how you feel.
Love,
SetovaatseBurt MB
Willow Wolf Robe says
Jenny , Flora & Family
“May the lord bring you peace and comfort at this time, and prayers”
In His Love, Willow & Family
Elaine & Doug Walker says
Jenny, Flora, Alvin, and Shalice:
We are so very sorry !!! You are in our prayers.
Elaine and Doug Walker
Pamela * Leroy Spang says
Are hearts go out to you for your great loss. You will all be rememberd in our prayers. May God keep his hand on you through these trying times.
Iola & Boog says
Flora & Jennie prayers for you and the family so sorry for your loss. R.I.P Crystal
weaver&debbie says
words cannot say enough, but we hope they will help…..crystal was an awsome person and friend.she will be missed greatly! she has gone on to a better place to help the lord with the healing of others.the parker family our prayers go out to you in your time of need. crystal was a fun loving girl who always made you smile even when you were down. she will be missed at the pool leagues this year but i know she will be there..lord help the parker family,wrap your arms around them and keep them safe….. love to all r.i.p. my girl and safe journey home!!!
TINA & JOHN MASON says
FLORA & JENNIE WE ARE SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT CRYSTAL MY HEART IS SO SAD FOR YOU AND THE KIDS SHE GREW UP SO FAST AND TURN OUT TO BE A BEAUTIFUL WOMEN I KNOW TOY WILL BE TAKING CARE OF HER IN HEAVEN SO GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU AND YOU KNOW I LOVE YOU TINA & JOHN MASON.
Ryan Parker says
I would like to extend the most heartfelt condolences to Crystal’s family and friends. Although I don’t believe I ever met Crystal (and if I did, it was a long time ago), I am very moved by her life story of her helping others. Crystal would be my 4th cousin (her grandpa Shirley was my dad Bill’s first cousin). On behalf of my mom Sue and my siblings Greg and Paige, I offer my sympathy and love in your time of loss. ~ Ryan
Grace King says
i love you auntie