Floyd Waters passed away at Billings, MT on April 8, 2017. Floyd was born on March 20, 1961, to Floyd and Gloria Waters in Sheridan, WY. He grew up on Rosebud Creek where he was a right-hand man to his dad with ranching, farming, and rodeoing. He graduated from Colstrip High School in 1979 where he excelled in academics and athletics such as basketball and football. He then attended the University of Oklahoma (OU) and graduated in 1984 with a degree in geology. He continued to stay in the state of Oklahoma where he worked with the Creek and Osage Tribes.
Floyd enjoyed watching his favorite football teams OU Sooners and Dallas Cowboys. He was glued to the TV during March Madness every year. He excelled at playing darts with his friends at Bartolinas in OK.
He was preceded in death by his father, Floyd; brother, Leslie Galey; grandparents, Joe and Esther Littlewolf Waters; grandparents, Tom Akins and Elizabeth Plentychief; adopted grandparents, Rudolph and Eva King; uncles: Raymond King, Gilbert Littlewolf, George Littlewolf, Robert (Jose) Onebear, Frank Hart, John Woodenlegs Sr.; and aunts: Jessie Hart, Eva Small, Mable Small, and Molly Medicineelk.
Floyd is survived by his wife, Mary; step son, J.D. Hagy; Step Daughter, Journey Hagy; mother, Gloria Waters; sisters: Debra (John) Charette, Jana (Al Fisher) Waters; adopted sister, Jeanie Beartusk; nephew, Tommy (Brandy) Charette; niece, Jonikay Charette; granddaughters: Tommee Charette, Ollyana Charette, Mac McGurt, and Cheyenne Callaway; aunts: Ella (Russ) Miller, Jean (Conrad) Galey, Betty Streeter, Julie (Leonard) Elkshoulder Sr., Charlene (Joe) Alden, Jolene Walkslast, Lorraine Waters, Margie Shoulderblade, Caroline Martin, Claudine Littlewolf, Marie Littlewolf, and Verda King; uncles: Vernon (Ella) Akins, Rudolph (Clarice) King Jr., and Joe Waters Jr. Survivors also include cousins, nieces, and nephews that were very special to him. His relatives include the following families, Hart, Beaverheart, Killsnight, One Bear, Littlewolf, Woodenlegs, Seminole, King, Little Bird, Bear Quiver, Sooktis, Brady, Harris, and Spottedelk families. If we have forgotten to mention someone, we apologize.
Floyd was a kind giving person, not only to his friends but also to strangers that were in need of help.
Service Schedule
Funeral Service
1:00 PM
Wednesday April 12, 2017
White River Mennonite Church
Busby, Montana 59016
Service Schedule
Funeral Service
1:00 PM
Wednesday April 12, 2017
White River Mennonite Church
Busby, Montana 59016
shelly holum says
Prayers to the family
Reginald Killsnight Family says
Prayers to the family during this difficult time
Janet Aylestock says
Prayers to family . ❤️
Michael and Kristi Speelman says
Prayers for the family. Sorry for your loss.
Allen Fisher family says
Prayers to the family
Porter & Ann Knows His Gun & Family says
Prayers & Condolences to the Waters Family
Charles R. Babst, Jr. says
I knew Mr. Waters when he lived and worked in Oklahoma, and liked him a lot. My deepest condolences to his family. I know he will be missed.
Heather Little says
Prayers & sympathy to all of Floyds family. He has been deeply missed from the Osage Agency and he was such a joy to know and work with.
Melissa Currey says
Sending the family my prayers and condolences, Floyd was a good friend and co-worker. He was a kind man with a big heart and great sense of humor. Rest In Peace my friend, I miss you already.
George Birtic says
Floyd was an outstanding person in every sense of the word. I had him in junior high science at Lame Deer Public School. He was an outstanding student in every way, a very smart, bright and hard working student…..and very respectful to all……I was happy to hear that he got a college degree in geology…..and worked in that field…….after graduation. He was blessed with an outstanding family and parents. If I was there I would be at the service. Never, never will forget Floyd. Of the thousands of students I have had, Floyd still remains one of my most favorite students. May he Rest In Peace and be in His home forever. RIP Floyd Waters.
Andrea Uehling says
I will never forget Floyd. He was a great co-worker and a blessing as a friend. I feel that I was blessed to have known him and will never forget him. Rest in Peace my friend, I truly believe that we will all be together again some day. Many many prayers for the family! God bless you all!
Ruth Costilla & Family says
Prayers to Gloria and her family, may God be with you all in this sad time of your lives. Sorry for your loss.
Jennie Boone-Wahpekeche says
I’ll never forget Floyd. He was an awesome person and co-worker and that laugh was contagious! He will be greatly missed. Prayers for the family in this time of your loss for our dear friend. He was truly one of a kind! Miss you always Floyd!
Ambrose,Sr and Clementine Seminole says
Our condolences to Gloria and the rest of the families.
Eloise Whitewolf says
Prayers and condolences to the family
Shirley and Tom Skinner says
Heartfelt condolences and prayers to the family.
Iris Buffalo says
Prayers and condolences to the family
Paula Boone says
I’m so sorry to hear the passing of my good friend
Floyd. He was such a nice kind gentleman.
He helped different tribes in Oklahoma.
Prayers & condolences to the family.
Janelle Beartusk says
Hugs and prayers for Gloria and the entire family. May God bless you and guide you through this difficult time. May Floyd be at peace.
irvin farr says
Condolences to gloria and entire large family that he belonged to. May he rest in eternal peace with his father and others.
Ruth Risingsun-Phillips says
Gloria, and family: May The Great Comforter bring you and your family peace at this time. My deepest condolences to you all.
Carole and Larry Kreiger says
Condolences to you, Gloria, and all the family. Our prayers are with you.
Danny and Linda Boone says
So sorry to hear of Floyd’s passing. We met him when he worked at the Osage Agency in Pawhuska, Ok. He was always very kind and respectful and will be missed. Condolences to the family.
Gayla Boone says
I’m so sorry to hear the passing of Floyd. He was a nice and kind man.
John & Lisa Just says
Our condolences and prayers
Denise Swank says
To my cousins n aunt. Sorry for the loss. Floydie my cousin has gone on his final journey of life. It was a great experience running into him in Oklahoma. A true OU fan. He will surely be missed. But think of the joy grandma mae,uncle floyd,grandma Eva n sister Eva Mae are experiencing now. Prayers for all.
Jean Anne (Wilsey) Latchford and family says
So very sorry for your loss Gloria, our hearts go out to you and your family.
merle bighead says
Prayers ..sorry tohear
Wilmer & Erma Spamg says
So sorry for your loss. May God comfort all of you during this difficult. Hugs and prayers.
Wilmer & Erma Spamg says
So sorry for your loss. May God comfort all of you during this difficult time. Hugs and prayers.
Donnie Smith says
Condolences to the Waters family. I worked with Floyd when he was deputy Supt. @ Osage Agency. Floyd an I met almost every morning to discuss work an hunting an fishing.
Ron Burns says
My condolences to to the family. I hung out with Floyd in his younger years , always a easy going guy . RIP Floyd Jr.
Reno Charette says
My condolences for your loss. I pray that peace will find you and bless you during this difficult time.
Willowa Heppner Ankeny says
Prayers and hugs to the Water family and extended families. Knew Floyd from high in Colstrip he was quiet but a very good athlete.
Daniel KnowsHisGun says
” Blessed be God, even the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies , and the God of all comfort; ”
Sorry to hear of Floyds passing, he was one of my friends and Lame Deer Elementary grade school classmates. He was always a solid student and athlete, of course a huge part of this was because of his amazing parents, Floyd Sr and Gloria. God bless and keep you Gloria and the rest of the family..
Joan Leinwand says
Sending my condolences to all of the Waters family. One of my husband’s favorite memories was working with Floyd Sr. And Gilbert L. In Busby.
Judy Ross says
SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS..MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL.
Andrita Harris says
Prayers for Waters Family. Deepest condolences.
from Harris Family
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Mary Holzwarth says
My sincere condolences to the family. I went to and was good friends with Floyd and the gang all throughout high school. To many good memories to mention. May he rest in eternal peace.
Troy and Lori Killsontop sr says
My condolences to the waters family. Prayers
Eleanor Bearchum Parker says
Sad to hear about Floyd’s passing. Prayets and hugs to all of you.
Johnny Lee & Beth Mehling says
Dear Gloria & Family,
We are so sorry for your loss and know too well how hard it is to say good bye to our loved ones.
Our thoughts and prayers will continue to be with you and your family.
Johnny Lee & Beth Mehling
Candy scalpcane says
So sorry for your loss. Sending prays for your family
Carolyn Schenk says
Remembering Floyd from Colstrip High, was a nice young man to everyone he met. Prayers to his family.
Arlee Harris says
Sorry Too Hear The News…..Floyd Was The Ultra Cool Student/ Athlete In Grade School And High School……Me & Floyd Stacked Countless Bails Of Hay Together When We Were Young Guys I’ll Always Remember Floyd Driving The Blue Tractor We Used Too Round-Up Hay Bails…..Journey Well My Brother On Maheo’ Air-Lines Your Dad Is Waiting For U Ne’ase Maheo’
Emma Richardson says
Debbie and Jana, condolences to you both and to your family.
Jennifer WoodenLegs Carter says
Prayers for the family ???
Samantha Killsnight and Family says
Our Thoughts and Prayers with the family
Kelly Butcher Huebner says
Graduated with Floyd in Colstrip. He was a very kind person. Prayers to all his family and friends. May God’s Peace Be With You.
Bonnie W. Bigback says
Gloria and Family, my deepest sympathies to you all. 1
Diane Gange Wyrick says
My deepest sympathies to Floyd’s family and friends. Floyd will always be remembered with kind thoughts … and tearing up the basketball court. (One of Colstrip’s best) God Bless and my thoughts and prayers are with you during this terribly sad time.
Elsie & Bill Schye says
So sorry to hear of your loss. I remember the boys dribbling down the basketball court. They had an excellent team. It is so difficult to believe that Floyd is gone, I just remember that young boy on the basketball court. May he rest in peace.
Jo Ann Bredwick Nelson says
Debbie. So sorry for your loss . Floyd was amazing to watchO on the basketball court. He was kind and soft spoken. May he rest in peace
Steve Thurston says
Rest in Peace. Floyd was more than a friend, he was like a little brother to me ,like he was to so many others. Years separated us, but the bond we shared lives on. Much Love to his friends & family. Much Love
Georgia Ann Burns says
I am so sorry,Gloria and family.
I will be praying for healing for all of you, for strength, understanding and peace of mind! ??????
I love all of you!!❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Carol Fleming-Stops says
To the Waters’ family: please accept my sincere condolences for the passing of Floyd. May you be comforted by those who are remembering him and feel comfort by your memories.
Dee Macdonald says
So sorry for your loss.
Steve Giesick says
My sympathy and condolences to the Waters family for your loss. Floyd was one of my best friends in high school, and I’ve always thought we would reconnect sometime! So sad to hear about this. RIP my friend!