The sun has set, and along with it our Mother, Grandmother, aunt made her journey to be with our loved ones who went on before us. Esther Faith LaRance “Anovaoo’o”, ”a girl beautiful” was born to the Late Christopher LaRance and Martha LaRance on April 25, 1969. At Crow Agency. She was raised along with her siblings in the Lame Deer area.
During her younger years she attended Lame Deer, later graduating with the class of 1987 from St. Labre. She also attended CDKC for clerical work. She worked for the Northern Cheyenne Tribe in different departments. Esther played basketball during Highschool. She enjoyed playing volleyball during our big family gatherings at Auntie Theresa’s along with her favorite cousins Cleve, the late Albert McManus and her big sisters Myrna Rochelle, Zethal woodenlegs and Addie Baker. Esther was a traveling spirit, living in Washington, Butte MT, and Arizona. Always making friends along the way. She cherished these times often speaking of the ol’ days. Esther and her sisters enjoyed playing softball. During her time playing softball she gained many lifelong friends along the way, making many memories along the way. Traveling all over the state to different softball tourneys.
She was blessed with 3 children, whom she adored and supported tirelessly. Her children meant the world to her. She loved watching them grow and participate in their school events. She loved following her family to Basketball games. You could hear signature whistle from the stands cheering on her family. She enjoyed sewing, reading, and spending time with her grandchildren. Her grandchildren were the life and breath she breathed. She played a big part in helping raise and caring for her grandchildren. Spending time with them any chance she could get. For those who had the pleasure of meeting and getting to know our beloved Esther would tell you how comical she was and how she was the life of the party. Never a dull moment or silent room when she was present. Her caring and nonjudgmental spirit always made you feel welcomed and appreciated. She was a great listener, the loudest cheerleader, and always ready to help or give a hug. Throughout her life she always had a strong connection with our Lord and Savior. She was a member of the Pentecostal church of Lame Deer.
Esther is survived by her 3 Children Halle (antone) Standingelk Diandra StandingElk, Paxton LaRance. Sisters Rachel, Tia LaRance, Addie Baker, Myrna Rochelle, evangaline (Gilbert) Solis, Lucy Gardner. Brothers Kash LaRance, Cleve Mcmanus. Her grand Children Kingston, lily, willow, Shaugnessy, celeste, ezelynn, McKenzie Karen. Nieces; Josie Rising Sun, Lisa Pretty On Top (Clayton), Satin LaRance, Maria (ruben) Russell -Acosta, Angel Highbear, Britney Solis, Latoya Stump. Crystal LaRance Nephews Gabriel Hart, Irvin Chris Rising Sun, Tristan LaRance, Levi Pretty On Top, Jalen LaRance, Roland, Neo, Bradley Baker, Caleb Highwalking, abdel (Josephine) Russell, Genesis LaRance, Ira McManus, Shania McManus, Leland McManus. Many more Nieces and Nephews, Grandchildren to numerous to name.
Esther is proceeded in death by her parents, the Late Christopher LaRance and Martha LaRance. Sisters; Karen LaRance, Zethel Woodenlegs, Theresa Highbull. Brothers; Albert McManus, Chirstopher LaRance Jr. Curtis Ant, Leland Mcmanus. Nephews; Elias LaRance. Jeremiah Woodenlegs. Brother in law Chris Rochelle
Extended families includes; Hiwalker, Sioux Calfs, YellowEyes, Yellowfox, Fox, Lonebear. Late Frank Starr and Christine Starr families from Oklahoma.
The family would like to extend a heartfelt thanks to everyone who has donated, and came to sit with the family during this difficult time.
Please accept our sincerest apologies if we have missed anyone during this time. As it was not our intentions.
During her younger years she attended Lame Deer, later graduating with the class of 1987 from St. Labre. She also attended CDKC for clerical work. She worked for the Northern Cheyenne Tribe in different departments. Esther played basketball during Highschool. She enjoyed playing volleyball during our big family gatherings at Auntie Theresa’s along with her favorite cousins Cleve, the late Albert McManus and her big sisters Myrna Rochelle, Zethal woodenlegs and Addie Baker. Esther was a traveling spirit, living in Washington, Butte MT, and Arizona. Always making friends along the way. She cherished these times often speaking of the ol’ days. Esther and her sisters enjoyed playing softball. During her time playing softball she gained many lifelong friends along the way, making many memories along the way. Traveling all over the state to different softball tourneys.
She was blessed with 3 children, whom she adored and supported tirelessly. Her children meant the world to her. She loved watching them grow and participate in their school events. She loved following her family to Basketball games. You could hear signature whistle from the stands cheering on her family. She enjoyed sewing, reading, and spending time with her grandchildren. Her grandchildren were the life and breath she breathed. She played a big part in helping raise and caring for her grandchildren. Spending time with them any chance she could get. For those who had the pleasure of meeting and getting to know our beloved Esther would tell you how comical she was and how she was the life of the party. Never a dull moment or silent room when she was present. Her caring and nonjudgmental spirit always made you feel welcomed and appreciated. She was a great listener, the loudest cheerleader, and always ready to help or give a hug. Throughout her life she always had a strong connection with our Lord and Savior. She was a member of the Pentecostal church of Lame Deer.
Esther is survived by her 3 Children Halle (antone) Standingelk Diandra StandingElk, Paxton LaRance. Sisters Rachel, Tia LaRance, Addie Baker, Myrna Rochelle, evangaline (Gilbert) Solis, Lucy Gardner. Brothers Kash LaRance, Cleve Mcmanus. Her grand Children Kingston, lily, willow, Shaugnessy, celeste, ezelynn, McKenzie Karen. Nieces; Josie Rising Sun, Lisa Pretty On Top (Clayton), Satin LaRance, Maria (ruben) Russell -Acosta, Angel Highbear, Britney Solis, Latoya Stump. Crystal LaRance Nephews Gabriel Hart, Irvin Chris Rising Sun, Tristan LaRance, Levi Pretty On Top, Jalen LaRance, Roland, Neo, Bradley Baker, Caleb Highwalking, abdel (Josephine) Russell, Genesis LaRance, Ira McManus, Shania McManus, Leland McManus. Many more Nieces and Nephews, Grandchildren to numerous to name.
Esther is proceeded in death by her parents, the Late Christopher LaRance and Martha LaRance. Sisters; Karen LaRance, Zethel Woodenlegs, Theresa Highbull. Brothers; Albert McManus, Chirstopher LaRance Jr. Curtis Ant, Leland Mcmanus. Nephews; Elias LaRance. Jeremiah Woodenlegs. Brother in law Chris Rochelle
Extended families includes; Hiwalker, Sioux Calfs, YellowEyes, Yellowfox, Fox, Lonebear. Late Frank Starr and Christine Starr families from Oklahoma.
The family would like to extend a heartfelt thanks to everyone who has donated, and came to sit with the family during this difficult time.
Please accept our sincerest apologies if we have missed anyone during this time. As it was not our intentions.
Service Schedule
Traditional Wake
7:00 PM
Wednesday September 18, 2024
Pentecostal Church
Lame Deer, Montana 59043
Funeral Service
11:00 AM
Thursday September 19, 2024
Pentecostal Church
Lame Deer, Montana 59043
Interment
Following the Funeral Service
Thursday September 19, 2024
Allison Bixby Memorial Gardens
Lame Deer, Montana 59043
Service Schedule
Traditional Wake
7:00 PM
Wednesday September 18, 2024
Pentecostal Church
Lame Deer, Montana 59043
Funeral Service
11:00 AM
Thursday September 19, 2024
Pentecostal Church
Lame Deer, Montana 59043
Interment
Following the Funeral Service
Thursday September 19, 2024
Allison Bixby Memorial Gardens
Lame Deer, Montana 59043
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Friend says
May Peace Be With You Esther. Condolences For Family You Leave Behind To Grieve. I’m Sure Loved Ones Are Happy To See You. ” Still Gone To Soon “
Cindra and Seidel Standing Elk says
Seidel and I send our deepest condolences and prayers to the family and friends 🙏❤️🌹
Kathy LaRance Birdinground says
My Dear Sister, I just talked with you last week, I am going to miss your beautiful & happy personality! You always made me Happy to see you! Tell Dad and Mama Martha Hi, and all the relatives 💝, Love You My Sister, Kathy
WalksAlong Family says
Heaven gained a beautiful angel no more pain Esther you are now with your loved ones where it’s beautiful. I can see my sisters welcoming you and I know you will give my Bigson the biggest hug for me until we meet again and reminisce about the good ol’ days like always. I will see you again and btw we will never forget the name Spider. Love you Esther!
Alison B and family says
Awww…we are going to miss you auntie, give my mama cookie a big hug for me.
Lisa White Bull says
Aw my friend from our USD days. Prayers for your journey and your loved ones who will miss you dearly.
Lucy says
Esther….cannot believe you are gone. You enriched my life in the way no one else could growing up as we were best buddies who took care of our pig farm in high school (inside joke). It never mattered the time or distance we just understood each other and always laughed like time never passed. Although you struggled in this life you left blessings (your kids and grandkids). They will carry a part of you with them and when I see them I will see you. I Love you sis. Not saying goodbye but I will say see ya later. Heaven gained a beautiful Cheyenne woman.
SMALL Geri says
Rest in Paradise my Beautiful Friend. My Prayers are with the Family and Friends🙏
🤍💛❤️🖤
jayjae says
love an thank you for helping qith my struggels
Vangie Solis says
Bubble Eyes Thank you for the last hug I gave you. I told you I Loved you because I helped take care of you while the others went to Forsyth for the summer with Geh’eh and Meh’meh. My heart broke when I seen you had Crossed Over to the Other Camp. I’m sorry I couldn’t join the Family in seeing you off. I am not allowed to Travel the long distance home but I Prayed for Our Family. The pain you had is no longer there but now you can Rejoice with Everyone who already went Home. You used to call me “Mama Vangie”. Have fun on the Milky Way. Prayers for your Children and Grandchildren. Love you Vangie, Gilbert, Brittany, Crystal, McKynzii and Kennedy Solis.
Naomie says
Prayers and hugs for your family. Give all our ancestors a hug. You will be greatly missed. I will always remember your beautiful smiling face sister.
Olene Red Bird says
My Prayers & Love To Family 💕 🙏
Esther Always New How To Light Up The Room With Jokes & Story’s That People Forgot About!! 😃
A Lot Of Laughter & Great Times!!💓🌹
Lori fourhorn says
Im going to miss our few mins visits ..rest now my friend you are no longer in pain. its never good bye i will see you down the road.💜
Jay & Carla Johnson says
So sorry to hear about Esther. She was a very sweet young lady who had a smile that would light up a room. We knew her and Karen and may they both rest in peace! God Bless them! Prayers to all the family!
lloydine Runsabove says
Always beautiful, journey well!
Brandy Killsnight says
Oh man my sister girl..imma miss seeing you around when i come to Lame Deer..your smile always made my day…travel well my friend..Rest In Paradise Sister Girl..
Ashley YR says
I enjoy her smiles, her laugh, and hugs everytime I got a chance to see her. Rest in peace 🕊️
George irtic says
Esther was a very nice person, always respectful. Never will forget her.
George Birtic says
Esther was always respectful and a very nice person. I will always remember her.