Danny Ray grew up in a close-knit family and became a young man who was family oriented. He was devoted to his parents and brothers, sister as well as other relatives. And with this devotion he enjoyed family gatherings especially, those with plenty of food. Danny lost his mother at an early age but as a boy and a young man he became close to his step-mother Clementine whom he called Mom. And with an equal closeness to his mom he enjoyed hunting and fishing with his dad and brothers. During his at home time he enjoyed the company of his niece Nesta Seminole. Even at the age of 22 he was a home body who was happy in the peaceful environment of his family life. In keeping with the family spirit Danny Ray was named after his uncle the late Burton Seminole whom he held in high regard and carried his Cheyenne name with honor.
He was also born into a family with a rich historical background as a direct descendant of Northern Cheyenne Chief Dull Knife and Ruben Black Horse. A history that speaks of a time when the Northern Cheyenne, under the leadership of Chiefs Dull Knife and Little Wolf, were forcibly removed from their beloved northern plains to the Oklahoma Indian Territory. The history further speaks of the people´s escape from the Indian Territory on September 9, 1878 and the Fort Robinson Outbreak on January 9, 1879. In addition, he is a descendant of Ruben Black Horse who was among the first Cheyenne Scouts that served under General Nelson A. Miles at Fort Keogh now present day Miles City, Montana.
But he also had a life outside his family. He was a member of the Lame Deer Drum Group with James Walks Along as the leader of the singing group. He was also a member of the Lonnie Little Bird Branding Boys. The branding boys are a group who helped with the annual branding event. When he wasn´t singing at a pow-wow or branding calves he was a poker player. He enjoyed playing the poker machines and hanging out with his friends. He also participated in the Cheyenne Sweat Ceremonies and the Native American Church. He enjoyed traveling with his family and friends.
Danny Ray attended Colstrip High School in Colstrip, Montana. He also went to school at the Flandreau Indian School in Flandreau, South Dakota. And in 2008 he graduated from the Lame Deer High School in Lame Deer, Montana. While in school he participated in football and basketball. He also attended the Sheridan Community College in Sheridan, Wyoming after graduating from high school.
As a young man and a member of the Northern Cheyenne Tribe Danny Ray was just beginning to develop his experience and skills as a worker. Danny Ray was recently hired by the Crazy Mule Lumber Company of Montana as General Forestry Laborer. His previous jobs include the Northern Cheyenne Head Start Program where he worked as a Custodian for three years and he also worked for Charging Horse Casino of Lame Deer, Montana. A Security Guard at the Littlewolf Capitol Building in Lame Deer.
Danny Ray is survived by his parents Ambrose Sr. and Clementine Seminole. His sister Christina Seminole and his brothers, Reno, Ambrose, Jr., Terrance, Myron, Sebastian Seminole and Randall Whistling Elk and adopted sister Veronica Marshall.
Also surviving him is his marital aunts, Rene Prairie Bear, Barbara (Ryne) Harris, Diane (Neil) Bear Tusk, Lisa (John) Just, Brenda Debree, Tina (Delano) Harris, Charlene Little Old Man and Sherron American Horse. Survivors also include his paternal aunts; Victoria (Michael) Bear Comes Out and Mina R. Seminole. He is survived by his marital uncles; Tony Prairie Bear, Joseph Morrison, Jr., Curtis Salvador Morrison and Percy Morrison. He is also survived by his paternal uncles; Eugene (Marian) Seminole, Martin Seminole, Leon (Maxine) Seminole, Donald Seminole and Richard Foote.
Danny Ray also leaves behind his marital grandmothers; Dolores Yellow Eyes Morgan and Beatrice Small. On his paternal side of the family he is survived by his grandparents; Inez Wilson and Vernon and Rhonda Bull Coming, Leonard American Horse, Philomena American Horse and Adeline Spotted Elk. Other survivors include his adopted brother Jehon Walks Along and his best friends Kemo Lopez and Nolan Limber Hand.
Other relatives surviving Danny Ray include his paternal relatives; The Seminole, Yellow Eyes, Sooktis, One Bear, Wolf Name, Fisher, Charette, Rising Sun, Bright Wings, Bird In Ground and the Soiux families. And also his maternal relatives which include the Spotted Elk, Standing Elk, Night Walker, Belly Mule, White Hawk, Red Neck, Pine and Strange Owl families. Danny Ray comes from a large family. Please accept our apology if we have forgotten to mention other family members.
He was preceded in death by his mother Jolita Morrison, his grandmothers Lenora Red Cloud, Eleanor Morrison and his grandparents Alfred Hubert and Mary Jane (Yellow Eyes) Seminole.
Wake will be held on Sunday, April 8, 2012 at 7:00pm at Ambrose and Clementine Seminole Residence in Lame Deer. Funeral Service will be held on Monday April 9, 2012 at 2:00pm at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church in Lame Deer. Burial will follow in the Seminole Family Cemetery in Lame Deer.
Service Schedule
Wake Services
19:00
Sunday April 8, 2012
AMbrose & Clementine Seminole Residence LAMe Deer
LAMe Deer, MT 59043
Funeral Service
14:00
Monday April 9, 2012
Blessed SacrAMent Catholic Church LAMe Deer
630 Cheyenne Ave
LAMe Deer, MT 59043
Service Schedule
Wake Services
19:00
Sunday April 8, 2012
AMbrose & Clementine Seminole Residence LAMe Deer
LAMe Deer, MT 59043
Funeral Service
14:00
Monday April 9, 2012
Blessed SacrAMent Catholic Church LAMe Deer
630 Cheyenne Ave
LAMe Deer, MT 59043
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katie seminole says
I want to send my condolences from out family to yours, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sincerly,
Manny
Katie,chandra,jalen, kylee
Seminole
Dean & Carrie Small says
Our prayers and condolences to Ambrose, Clementine & Family. Rest in Peace, Danny.
john n lisa just says
God bless you with peace ..Love you guys. Our thoughts n prayers are there with you
Ann (Strange Owl) Knows His Gun says
Clementine, Ambrose & Family;
Deepest condolences to your entire family. Unbelieveable how Danny was taken so suddenly. I cannot imagine how your feeling but know that you all in our prayers. From Ann & Porter KHG & kids
Mike & Kristi Speelman says
Sorry about your loss. We’ll kep you and your Family in our Prayers.
Shelby Bear Robe says
I will never forget the fun memories we made and continue to cherish our friendship! You were like an older brother to me, and as everyday passes I will always remember you! I love you and miss you so much. I don’t want to believe your gone but you’ll be with us in spirit and I wish you safe travels on your journey home! Condolences to your family, and friends.
Stephanie Whitegrass says
I remember Danny from when I use to work with the Boys & Girls Club. He was such a great kid back then and although I haven’t had the chance to get to know him while he was older, he seemed like he turned out to be a great man with so much life to live. My condolences and prayers go out to the family, may he rest in peace.
iola woodenthigh says
Ambrose, Clementine & Family
Thoughts and Prayers For you at this tough time. Journey Well Danny!
Lupe Cano says
R.I.P DANNY IMMA MISS YOU BRO!! PRAYERS FOR YOUR FAMILY AND I KNOW YOUR GOING TO A BETTER PLACE!
Delane, Jodie & De'jon Killsnight says
R*I*P Danny! You’ll be missed by many! Safe travels back home. We’re sending our condolences to your family! (:
Eva Cerise LW says
Many blessings and condolences go out to your family Danny. You WILL be missed and loved for many years to come and happy that your in a better place than the one we’re in now. God brought another angel back to the homeland whether we liked it or not. Rest in paradise man.
Bethany says
Danny Ray i dont understand why you had to go so soon, your life was juss beining you had so much to see and do but your in a better place now and in good hands <3 you
Dakota Swank says
Gonna miss all the times we had cruisin in the security vehicle and thanks for gettin me the job bro. cant believe you’re really gone. Even though we all shed tears, when I go I know you’ll be waitn at the pearly gates, dont worry I’ll bring the beers. good times bro.
Lisa Old Mouse says
Praying for comfort during this difficult time.
Ronnette Seminole says
May Maheo bless our heavy hearts with his love and watch over us each and every day.
Farrah Yellowmule says
i Love You Danny. i will remember you more then ever. all them Dirt Road Anthems and Copenhagenz. i miss you.
Blaine Redneck says
My condolences to the family, your in my prayers.
Mrs. Trout says
I felt such a sadness when I heard the news. I will remember his smile and his sweet spirit. My prayers are with you all!
HayleeJo Goes Ahead Pretty says
May the good Lord be with your family in this hard time. Thanks for always being a great friend Danny. Safe travels.
Margene Seminole says
RIP lil cuz well have a safe journey home and give gramps and deon a hug from my family <3
Darcie Rowland says
Danny bro. Im sorry i couldn’t make it home to see u off, u knw we our ppl dnt say goodbye its ill see u again. I love u lil bro….. plz watch over the family.. and give grandpa,grandma,deon,uncle Burton and unlce shabishki a hug for us all…..
Jenna Fox says
You always Be In My Heart… … Word Cant Explain How Much You’ll Be Missed..R.I.P.
Georgia Burns says
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time.
Bo Stacy & Family says
When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure.
My sincerest condolences to the family for the loss of a beautiful, wonderful young man. My family is greatful for having had the opportunity to meet Danny. He was like a part of the family and will be greatly missed. May God bless & comfort the family always…
Baby says
Hey, Danny wanted to tell you I’ll never forget you. I know we didn’t talk everyday but when I needed someone you where always there to listen and give me advise. I’ll never forget the day we had that deep convo. and you told me “No matter what you’ll always be here for me because that’s what family is for.” So to this day when I start feeling down, I always remember that and I start to feel better. I still feel bad that I couldn’t make it to most of your services because yours and my grandma’s where at the same time on the same days but I know you understand. Rest In Peace Danny Ray Seminole, I love you and miss you everyday but I know your in a better place and your watching over all of us keeping us safe.