Drucella Faith Killsnight, “Taa’eame’e” (Night Pemmican Woman), age 58, journeyed to Maheo (creator) on August 12, 2016 surrounded by her loving family members. She was born on May 17, 1958 in Crow Agency, Montana to James Killsnight, Sr. and Regina Longroach-Killsnight. Drucella was raised most of her life in Lame Deer, Montana on the Northern Cheyenne Reservation. She attended school in Lame Deer and Busby. She often spoke of becoming Homecoming Queen in High School, however, she did not get to complete her education. We are uncertain of dates and times of her employment. Sometime in the seventies she worked as a dental assistant, and also helped family and friends by babysitting their children. Later in the eighties she worked as a cook for the elderly complex in Lame Deer and in Ashland. She then worked as a dispatcher for the Lame Deer Police Department, as janitor at the Lame Deer Clinic and the Lame Deer IGA, which she retired from for six years, then resumed employment in 2015 when she then was promoted to custodianmaintenance supervisor. Her hobbies include beading, listening to gospel music, and praying the Rosary. She always put others before herself, and was always willing to help those in need. Drucella’s advice to her children and friends was to always pray and forgive those who have wronged you.
In 1977 she met Dudley Fisher, after ten years they then married, and in this union they had two daughters Anya and Toni Fisher. They later divorced. In 1987 she had a relationship with John Knowshisgun and during their relations they had one son, Vincent Killsnight. In 2001 she then married Merlin Jay Jones, Sr. From this union they had two children, Merlin Jay Jones Jr. and Merlyn Celestine Jones. They were later divorced. Presently her common law husband is Ambrose Tallbull. They were together for sixteen years. Drucella is survived by her husband Ambrose Tallbull, three daughters Anya Fisher, Toni Fisher, and Merlyn Celestine Jones, two sons Merlin Jay Jones Jr. and Vincent Donavon Killsnight, six grandchildren Rosie Fisher, Echo Littlebear, Regina Fisher, Noah Wilson, and a special grandson that she raised, Drew Fisher, adopted grandson Adrian Goodbear Jr. and her great grandchildren Zaibriella Iron, and Brenda Fisher. Her beloved pet “Pebbles” is left behind as well as her siblings Marcian (Connie) KN, Rosanne (Wayne) Headswift, Anthony (Betty) KN, Ferdinand KN, James KN Jr., Clement KN, and Velecia KN. Proceeding her in death is her parents, brothers Christopher and Xavier KN, sister Gertrude KN and granddaughter Roseann Fisher. The family would like to thank the Frontier Cancer Center, Dr. Cobb, St. Vincent Health Care Staff, and all others that assisted in the care of our mother. Drucella’s family and friends are quite extensive, so we apologize if we have left anyone out.
Service Schedule
Traditional Wake
7:00 PM
Wednesday August 17, 2016
Blessed Sacrament Catholic Parish
630 Cheyenne Ave
Lame Deer, Montana 59043
Funeral Service
11:00 AM
Thursday August 18, 2016
Blessed Sacrament Catholic Parish
630 Cheyenne Ave
Lame Deer, Montana 59043
Rite of Committal
12:30 PM
Thursday August 18, 2016
Alison Bixby Memorial Gardems
Lame Deer , Montana 590436
Service Schedule
Traditional Wake
7:00 PM
Wednesday August 17, 2016
Blessed Sacrament Catholic Parish
630 Cheyenne Ave
Lame Deer, Montana 59043
Funeral Service
11:00 AM
Thursday August 18, 2016
Blessed Sacrament Catholic Parish
630 Cheyenne Ave
Lame Deer, Montana 59043
Rite of Committal
12:30 PM
Thursday August 18, 2016
Alison Bixby Memorial Gardems
Lame Deer , Montana 590436
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Reginald KillsNight Family says
Much prayers to Drucellas children and family
Diane woodenlegs says
Drucella was one of my friends, while growing up on the Southside of lame deer. She was a person I trusted and liked to be around. RIP my friend. My prayers go out to her children and family.
Stanley and LaDonna Eagle and Family says
Drucella was a good fren to many, and well be missed by many, She had a very special personality that was noticed by many, Have safe journey home my fren, Till we meet again, our prayers are with the family
Therese says
I’m going to miss our visits in the store. Blessed journey Sis.
Til we meet again
Georgia Ann Burns says
My condolences for Drucella’s family. She was certainly one of a kind, she was truly a woman of strength.
I will miss her hugs and visiting with her.
Praying for comfort and strength for her family, friends and loved ones!!
Tonya Russette says
Sending my condolences Drucella was a good woman may she journey well
Mary and Jolyn Dillon says
I was so sad to hear of Drucellas passing. I have such good memories of her–and remember her cute little laugh when we would visit. She was a sweet girl; very pleasant and always was prompt in taking care of her business with me. Your family will be kept in my prayers. God bless you.
Mary and Jolyn Dillon
Princess TwoCrow says
You were always nice to me and my daughter and always made me feel welcomed I will miss your smile every time I seen you. I thank you for that. My heart and prayers go out to your family
Dolores Shoulderblade says
To the family of Drucella
We were so sad to hear she made her journey, she was such a kind and gentle person, we know she has traveled home on Angels’ wings, she will be missed by all who knew her.Prayers for strength for the family.RIP Drug.
Dolores Shoulderblade says
To the family of Drucella
We were so sad to hear she made her journey, she was such a kind and gentle person, we know she has traveled home on Angels’ wings, she will be missed by all who knew her.Prayers for strength for the family.RIP Dru
Doreen White Dirt says
It was a pleasure to have you as a friend and a sister in the Lord. I often remember the times we would pray together w/her mother and sisters and brothers. Yup, you are a good friend. Enjoy you travels to the next world where you will be able to see, the mightly one in person
John Robinson says
During the years, I held many friendly conversations with Drucella. She was a hard worker and usually when we visited, she was working. She always spoke of her children and grandchildren, nephews and nieces and family in a good way. Like all of us, she faced a lot of things, but she was always strong, proud, and never complaining. She would smile and say, well, it’s ok. I’m ok. She is a very lovely lady of the old school.
Dean Wallowing Bull says
Rest in peace Drucella. Going to miss you an the good words you spoke to me.
Crystal says
Prayers and my Condolences go to Drucella’s Family…. We have talked on the telephone as I called you from Phoenix,Az and always told me who needed prayer and sometimes we just prayed right then.. We grew up together from grade school and on… I will miss you and our phone calls, and I was hoping to visit with you sometimes in the near future. We laughed together on the phone. You were such a good Friend.
Crystal “Willow” Stanfield & Family