Emmett Stands In Timber
Vóhkóóhe Ȯhvovó’haestse (Spotted Rabbit) was named after Uncle Joe Tallbull Sr. Emmett quietly took his last breath on the morning of March 2nd at home alongside his loving wife Maybelline. He was just shy of his 87th birthday.
Emmett was born to Josie OneBear (Ridgewalker) and Tribal Historian John Stands In Timber in the spring of 1937, in a small canvas wall tent near Lame Deer. The youngest of his siblings, Emmett grew up on his grandparents’ allotment, near Busby, learning much from his grandfather, Ridgewalker. He loved horses and was an accomplished horseman. He attended Busby School and St. Labre, graduating in 1956.
Emmett was a member of the Kit Fox Society and had a deep respect for Cheyenne ways, taking part in traditional ceremonies and fasting. He knew society and sundance songs and enjoyed listening to both. He always stopped and made sure to pray at Bear Butte.
Emmett’s way of life included roaming the hills of the reservation, enjoying the beautiful views, he loved camping, and searching for big bucks, never missing the perfect rock or piece of wood for his crafts. Emmett made ceremonial pipes, red cedar lamps and furniture, ceramic art pieces, and burl wood planters. His perfectionism was renowned, and you can see the love he put into each of his art. He will be remembered sitting in his corner of his kitchen or outside meticulously stripping bark from pieces of wood, sanding pipestone, sharpening his knives or skinning deer.
An avid hunter and fisherman, Emmett loved adventure, much like those he enjoyed reading about in his western novels. Louis L’Amour and Will James are two of the many authors Emmett loved. Emmet loved watching western films, sporting events and The Carol Burnett Show. Lover of many sports, Emmett enjoyed basketball, rodeo, and women’s softball, but most of all football and the Denver Broncos were his team.
Emmett was a master tradesman in carpentry, skilled in all phases of construction. He worked construction in Montana, Wyoming, Oklahoma and Texas. You can see his handiwork all over the reservation. Although Emmett seldom attended church, he helped build many of the churches in the area.
Emmett was welcomed by those who preceded him in death; his father, John Stands In Timber, mother, Josie OneBear, Siblings: Burton, John Gilbert, Josephine, Elva, John Jr., adopted brothers Father Peter Powell and Ivan Small Sr., daughters Raquel and Angela, son, Maynard, grandson, Michael Ortega, and granddaughters, Natalie and Heather Jones and Jade Wagon.
Emmett is survived by his wife Maybelline Bigback, children Janelle (Brian) Timber-Jones, Eric (Brenda) Timber, Stella (Damson) Ortega, Thomas “Ivey” Timber, Misty (Kaitlin Pearce) Timber, Park (Sheri) Timber, Montague Bigback and Emmetts “Puppy Hound” Angus. His grandchildren, Jeremy (Heather) Burr, Loren (Bonnie) Burr, Danica (Ernest Grant) Burr, Dustin (Nicki) Jones, Erica Timber, Kristin (Jerry Metz) Timber, Erin (Dane Bullinsight) Timber, Kia Timber, Justin Blackwolf, Caroline Timber, Janelle LittleCoyote, Nora Tsosie, Dominic (Kristina) Ortega, Chloe (Paul Brennan) Ortega, Noah, Aaron and Nathan Timber, Jocelyn Golden, and Montague Bigback Jr., Mahala and Summer Vetch, Adrianna and Brianna Bigback, Lily Bush and Suzanne Limpy Greatgrandchildren: Esme, Ethan, and Everleigh Burr, Francine and Hattie Vincent, Hazel and Emmie Bullinsight, Amaya Shoulderblade, Michael, Damson, Stella, Carlos, and Aryanna Ortega. Ophelia Gene Golden, Hunter and Lilymae Timber, Raphael and Maeleah C’Hair.
Emmetts extended family includes, OneBear, Glenmore, Firecrow, Bearchum, Hiwalker, LittleWolf and RockRoad.
Emmett’s family extended beyond blood relations. Those that knew him as grandpa, uncle and brother are too many to name. He is loved and missed.
Our family is large, we apologize if we have left anyone out.
Service Schedule
Interment
Following the Funeral Service
Saturday March 9, 2024
StandsInTimber Family Cemetery
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Service Schedule
Interment
Following the Funeral Service
Saturday March 9, 2024
StandsInTimber Family Cemetery
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Berdie says
My sincere condolences to the family. Many prayers for you all, in your time of sorrow and grief.
Barbara Bement says
Prayers to the families for comfort and healing 🙏
Corrina says
I’m sorry for your loss. 😭
Casey Meyer says
My condolences and prayers to the family.
Bobbi Schenderline says
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I am so sorry I can’t be there with you. Please know I am praying for you and love you all very much.
Karl Swartz says
He was my other red daddy
Carol says
Misty, we were so sorry to learn about the loss of your Dad. Prayers of peace and comfort to you and your family during this difficult time. I am sending many virtual hugs.
Geneva Glenmore says
Sending you guys prayers and hugs..
Eva Foote says
Cheyennes don’t say goodbye but we’ll see you again.
Maheo be with his loved ones , Comfort them.
DeVonna Bush says
Love prayers, condolences to you & Park!
Bertie Cox says
Prayers for family, may he walk the good red road.
Ronnette Glenmore & Sione Glenmore says
Maheo hear our prayers. Sending sincere condolences for my aunties, uncles. Siones grandpas, grandmas – We Love you
William Timentwa says
Enjoyed visits when we traveled to Lame Deer to visit In-laws. He presented me with a diamond willow stick, to be used when I danced.
Patricia Houseman says
Misty, so sorry to hear about your dad. You and your family members are in my prayers
Monica Norse says
Janelle, Eric, Stella and Ivy…..I’m so sorry for your loss. Sending my condolences and praying for your family. May Your dad’s journey be blessed and the reunion he has with those who have gone on before him be wonderful. Sending love hugs and prayers.
Diane Spotted Elk says
Sending you all my condolences and prayers.
May the good Lord comfort you in the days ahead.
Owens Bernice says
Sending love ❤️🔥 and prayers 🙏🕯️🙏 to the family left behind, God bless you all 🙏
Lisa Limpy-just says
God bless and comfort you all in your time of mourning
SMALL Geri says
Sending my Condolences to Mabellene, JT, Eric, Stella, Ivy, Friends and Relatives. Blessings to you all as you plan Emmitt’s Celebration of Life💞Love you all🙏
Barbara Bement says
Sending prayers and love to the families of Emmett.. 🙏❤️
Sylvester Knows His Gun says
So sorry to hear of Emmet’s passing. We worked together on past jobs as journeyman carpenters. Emmet was a good carpenter, and became a good buddy of mine. He had his own sense of humor, and was fun to work with. Condolences and prayer in Jesus’ name for his loved ones.
Judy Hayworth says
Eric, Brenda, and family,
I am very sorry for your loss. Your father sounds like a wonderful man. I wish that I could have known him. My love and prayers are with you at this difficult time and always.
Carmen Kwolek says
So sorry for your loss
Charleen Luttrell says
Condolences May God help you through these heartbreaking times.
Yolanda Fraser says
I am deeply sorry to hear about the passing of your father. Please accept my sincere condolences during this difficult time. May the memories you shared bring you comfort and peace.
Nicole Wagon says
I was deeply saddened to hear about your father’s passing. Thinking of you, Stella and the entire family. May happy memories of him bring you comfort at this heartfelt time.
His honorable & strong blood line lives on through all the relations. Thank you for including our beloved Jade Wagon and her two thriving precious children, Maeleah & Raphael in the obituary.
You all are the best and remain in our thoughts with loving prayers.
Kim Bement Knobloch says
Sending prayers and condolences to you all.
M Speelman Family says
Prayers and Condolences to all of the Family..
Mary Dillon says
Sending my love and prayers to all the family. I’m so sorry. I have many good memories of him. May it he comforting knowing that we will see our loved ones again. God bless you all. Mary Dillon
Cal, Roxie and family says
Sending prayers and condolences to all of Emmetts family and friends. As a child I remember going to Great Grandma Ridgewalkers log house to fetch her water from the pump. I remember her dirt floor being swept clean and a can full of apples and oranges next to her bed. She lived to be 100 years old and still able to live by herself. I also remember going to Grandma Josie’s home in Lame Deer and watching her bead for hours and listened to her stories. I bet Emmett had many of these stories he has told to his children and grandchildren. Keep these stories going as a tribute to your father he will smile from the camp on the other side and watch over all of you. He has joined our loved ones we lost throughout the years and as many have already mentioned we will see each other again. Many thoughts and prayers from our family(One Bear/WIlson) to yours. God bless all of you.
Bill Paris says
I know that Emmett will be missed by many. May the memories you have of him and his many hand-crafted items bring you comfort and joy. Praying for peace for Emmett’s family. Bill Paris