Duke Little Whirlwind was born to Howard and Viola Little Whirlwind on June 2, 1963 in Crow Agency, Montana. He passed away suddenly on December 12, 2021 in Lame Deer Montana.
As a child, he completed his education at Intermountain Indian School in Brigham City, Utah. He met the love of his life at 17 years old and he and Charity built a life together for the last 40 years. Together they raised seven children; Rocky, Darci, Curtis, Duke Jr., Jonathan, Miracle, and Jennica. He was a great father and grandpa he will be missed greatly.
Duke held many jobs to support his family in his life. He was a jockey rider, a seasonal firefighter, worked at First Interstate Bank and the Conoco refinery in Billings Montana. He was also a proud Fancy Dancer and even once was honored to perform in Washington D.C. with Darlene Limberhand.
He is preceded in death by his parents, his son Christopher Little Whirlwind, his brother Justin and his sister Delphine Little Whirlwind. He is survived by his wife, Charity, his children, his grandsons Murando, Josiah, Unique and Curtis Jr; Rocky Jr., granddaughters Alicia Little Whirlwind, Shylee, and Kara; great grandchildren, Keylton, Dale Leana, and Murando, Jr. Extended families include Whistling Elk, Seminole, Red Woman, Ridge Bear, Black Horse, Braided Hair, Tall Bull, White Dirt, Spotted Elk, Woodenlegs, Three Fingers, White Man, Heap of Birds, Red Cloud, Wolfname, Yellowrobe, White Wolf, Standing Elk, Two Bulls, Walks Along, Small, Limberhand and Speelman.
Our family is large and our grief is large; we apologize if we have forgotten to mention anyone at this time of great sadness.
Service Schedule
Funeral Service
1:00 PM
Friday December 17, 2021
Lame Deer Mennonite Church
Lame Deer, Montana 59043
Interment
Following the Funeral Service
Friday December 17, 2021
Woodlegs Family Cemetery
Lame Deer, Montana 59043
Service Schedule
Funeral Service
1:00 PM
Friday December 17, 2021
Lame Deer Mennonite Church
Lame Deer, Montana 59043
Interment
Following the Funeral Service
Friday December 17, 2021
Woodlegs Family Cemetery
Lame Deer, Montana 59043
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April Carter says
MUCH LOVE AND PRAYERS YOU ARE AND WILL BE DEARLY MISSED,
George Birtic says
So so sorry to hear about Duke. May we remember good memories of him forever. He was a good person. Will never forget him. RIP Duke.
Marilyn Mader says
Charity and kids….so sorry to hear of this incident. May the Lord grant you comfort as you mourn Duke loss. I will be praying for you.
Cal and Roxie Wilson/Family says
Charity and Extended Families,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss, may the Creator keep his arms wrapped around you and help you through your time of need. Sending prayers your way.
Dolly Rockroads says
RIP Duke. You will be missed dearly by your family. Prayers for strength and healing for your children, grandchildren as walk through the loss of their father, grandfather.
Peter kohl says
My prayers go to charity and the Little Wirlwind Family I am so sadden by Dukes death ,it is so senseless . He will be missed . I never will forget watching Duke dance at powwow , he was so good. Mahayo bless Duke and take his spirt with you let him always be near to Charity and his children and grandchildren and reunite him with his parents Viola and Howard and all his relitives that have gone before dear lord amen
RandyNDorothyWD says
Sending you condolences from my family to your God gained another angel, love and prayers.
ROBERT LITTLE WOLF says
TO THE FAMILY OF DUKE LITTLEWHIRLWIND, SR., THE NORTHERN CHEYENNE CHIEF COUNCIL EXTEND THEIR MOST SINCERE CONDOLENCES AND PRAYERS FOR STRENGTH DURING THIS MOST SAD, SORROWFUL AND MOURNFUL TIME FOR THE LOSS OF A BELOVED LOVE ONE.
Michael S Speelman says
Prayers and Condolences to the Family.
RIP Duke
Jolene Walkslast says
Thinking of Duke and his surviving brother Avery. I am saddened by the sudden loss of a brother, father, uncle, grandfather and friend. Duke was a quiet gentle man who did his best to take care of his family and friends. Rest now Duke, you are now united with your parents, Justin and Delphine. Sincere condolences to the family of Duke
Mary says
My love and most sincere sympathy to all the family I was so terrible sad to hear this news. I have many memories of Dukie. Your family is remembered in my prayers. Mary Dillon