Devan Gregory Sanchez, (Mo’enestoohe- Whistling Elk), was born to Lou Ann Mason and Greg Sanchez on July 31, 1991 in Billings, Montana. Devan grew up in Muddy Creek, Lame Deer and Billings area’s. Devan attended schools in Lame Deer and Billings. He then finished his education at Senior High in Billings. He liked to play guitar and working with his hands. Devan worked numerous small jobs, and last was employed as security at the Tribal Building. In difficult times Devan always had a good heart and was always concerned about the welfare of family and friends. He loved and claimed all of his children and endeavored to be the best father he could. He frequently called his grampa Bill to find out how he was and always offered to help with projects.
Devan is survived by his children Keirah Wahl, Xavier Sanchez, his parents mother Lou Ann Mason, father Gregory Sanchez, step mother Stephanie Whitwolf, step mother Karla Two Two, his brothers Joshua Sanchez, Shaun Sanchez, Vincent Mason, Tyrese Whitewolf, Zackery Bearcloud, and Oken Bearcomesout, His sisters Kaysha Wahl, Defina Gonzales, Gwendolyn Whitewolf, Promiss Mason and Keira Sanchez. Devan is recognized by his family who took the journey before, including younger brother Aaron Sanchez, paternal grandparents Charles and Marie Sanchez, Cousins Clayton Sanchez, Anthony Sanchez, John Jr. Sanchez and Niece Amathyst Sanchez. Maternal Grandmother Connie Wolcott and Aunt Alexandra Whitecrane, Winslow Whitecrane, and Micheal Foote.
His family on the Mason linkage are his grampa Bill Mason and gramma Mary Ann. Uncles Clayton Mason, Keith Elkshoulder and Shaun Elkshoulder. Aunties Sarah Mason and Shauna Elkshoulder.
His family on the Sanchez linkage Uncles Charles Sanchez of California, Darryl Sanchez, Charles Sanchez of Lame Deer, John Sanchez, Anthony Sanchez. Aunts Charlotte Sanchez, Consuelo Gingrich (Seth).
Devan has many relatives on the White Crane family. Vincent( Clara) White Crane and Eva Foote.
Both families have many grandkids and relatives apologies for anyone we may have forgotten in our time of grief. Devan had many cousins and friends. He will be missed by all who cherished and loved him.
Service Schedule
Traditional Wake
7:00 pm
Friday October 10, 2025
Circle of Life Lutheran Church
Muddy Cluster, Montana 59043
Funeral Service
1:00 pm
Saturday October 11, 2025
Circle of Life Lutheran Church
Muddy Cluster, Montana 59043
Interment
Following the Funeral Service
Saturday October 11, 2025
Sanchez Family Cemetery
Lame Deer, Montana 59043
Service Schedule
Traditional Wake
7:00 pm
Friday October 10, 2025
Circle of Life Lutheran Church
Muddy Cluster, Montana 59043
Funeral Service
1:00 pm
Saturday October 11, 2025
Circle of Life Lutheran Church
Muddy Cluster, Montana 59043
Interment
Following the Funeral Service
Saturday October 11, 2025
Sanchez Family Cemetery
Lame Deer, Montana 59043
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marcia welch says
You are my best friend for a long time I love you so much and I know you love me your son will always know who you were and what great person you was have known you since I was 8 years old to have you in my life for so many years I’m very grateful for that I love you so much and we’ll always miss you
Michele Eaglefeathers says
My prayers and condolences are with Devan’s parents,children and siblings. Rest in Peace Devan❤️🙏🏻
Jolene Walkslast says
Sincere condolences and prayers of comfort and peace for the family of Devan.
Berdie Brown says
My sincere condolences to the families, he was a fine young man. very respectful.
Shaina K says
Your on your next journey bro. My condolences… you will be missed by many..