On the evening of Saturday September 18,2021 our Son, Brother, Uncle, Nephew, Cousin Jamaul Richard Bird (Motse’eoeve – Sweet Medicine) age 32 of Lame Deer passed from this world to make his journey to Ma’heo’o due to heart failure/Broken Heart at the St. Vincent Hospital in Billings Montana with his sister Kaneisha by his side.
Jamaul was born to Richard Bird and Late Palmeda Fisher on July 10,1989 in Billings, MT.
Jamaul attended high school at St. Labre. While in school he participated in Basketball his Freshman Year.
Jamaul was a Ranch Cowboy he worked for several area ranchers on and off the Northern Cheyenne Reservation and LOVED the sport of RODEO, Saddle Bronc was his favorite event.
He participated in the Saddle Bronc Riding. He won the Rookie Saddle Bronc Riding in Wyola, MT. at the Nick Demontiney Memorial Rodeo.
He also participated in the Indian Relays.
He also participated in the annual Little Bighorn Ride and the Charge at the Little Bighorn Battlefield.
In the mornings before heading out to compete in an event weather it was Rodeo, Relays or Horse Races he would ask to have the Breakfast of Champions which was French Toast, Sausage and Orange Juice.
Jamaul also loved to play and sing at handgames (stickgames) he also won many tournaments through out the US. To name a few that he has won.
Fort Hall Tournament (Memorial Day), Fort Hall Idaho
Chippewa Cree Celebration, Rocky Boy, Montana
Annual Crow Handgame Tournament, Crow Agency, Montana
Jamaul is survived by his father Richard (Heather) Bird one and only Sister Kaneisha Bird and her kids SemaJ Bird, Kemba and Jeremy Jr. (Juno) Hiwalker, Neisha Bird and
Odie (OK Corral) Moore.
His daughter Dakira Moore, and his Brother Cayoz (Monica) Fisher and Daughters Kahlani, Kassidy and Son Stephen.
Step Brothers: Todd and Kyler Johns
Grandparents: Llevando “Cowboy” and Phyllis Fisher, Maryann BearComesout Russell, Charlie (Donna) BearComesOut, Michael (Vicky) BearComesOut, and Peter BearComesOut.
Late Fletcher and Elaine Bird, James Miles, Walter Miles, Cheryl Carter, Maryann Miles
Adopted Grandparents: Late Thomas and Beverly Pretty On Top
Aunts/Uncles: Mitzi (Kenny) Pretty On Top (whom he would call mom and dad), Tyree Fisher, Carla Fisher (his cruzing partner) Michelene BearComesOut, Sandra BruisedHead, Elizabeth Fisher, Danetta Fisher, Shyla Spotted Elk, and Tyson TwoTwo.
Ruth Costillia, Rosemary (Tiny) Armendariz, Roselyn (Chubby) Rodriguez, Wilbur Bullcoming, Ronald Sonny Redshin, Leland Howling Buffalo
Cousins (Brothers/Sisters): Wyatt, Ned (Mary & Kaycee Plainfeather), Kenzi and Kaye Pretty On Top, Kyree and Kylee Fisher
Mary Spotted Elk, Cameron Spotted Elk, and Joshua Mason
Alisha, Fletcher Bird, Joanna, Jessica, Janea, Jeneva, James and Juan Jr. Costillia, Sergio Bird, Eric Bird, Orlando Talamantes, Caren Michell, Lisa Standingwater, Stacie Marin, Sam Standingwater, Kristin Hernandez, Mario Rodarte, Raven Bird, Carol Michell, Christopher Bird, John Standingwater, Erica Dominguez.
He has numerous Cousins, Nephews and Nieces.
Adopted Parents: Norma and Dominic Yellowmule
Adopted brothers and Sisters: Jeremy Hiwalker, Jaren TwoCrow, Farrah (Robert) Springfield, Emma (Thomas) Lion Shows, Thomas Yellowmule, Marcus Broken nose,
His Special Friends: Dave and Tommee Joe Fox, Waylon Hicks, Kristopher Hiwalker, Phillip Turkey, Wilson Rides the White Hipped Horse, Krystal Moore
Jamaul had numerous friends through out the Rodeo and Racing communities to numerous to mention.
Jamaul is preceded in death by his Mother Palmeda Rose Fisher, Brother Ezra Anson Bird, Uncle Llevando Fisher Jr., Aunt Betty Jo Bird.
Grandparents: Floyd and Louise Fisher, Fletcher Bird, Rudy Miles, Thomas Pretty On Top,
The family would like to thank the Staff and Doctors at the St. Vincent Hospital, Lame Deer IHS and the Doctors and Hospitals in Oklahoma.
We apologize if we have missed anyone we have a large family.
Service Schedule
Traditional Wake
7:00 PM
Wednesday September 22, 2021
Bird Family Home
Birney, Montana 59043
Funeral Service
11:00 AM
Thursday September 23, 2021
Bird Family Home
Birney, Montana 59043
Interment
Following the Funeral Service
Thursday September 23, 2021
Fisher Family Cemetery
Birney, Montana 59043
Service Schedule
Traditional Wake
7:00 PM
Wednesday September 22, 2021
Bird Family Home
Birney, Montana 59043
Funeral Service
11:00 AM
Thursday September 23, 2021
Bird Family Home
Birney, Montana 59043
Interment
Following the Funeral Service
Thursday September 23, 2021
Fisher Family Cemetery
Birney, Montana 59043
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Kathy Widdicombe says
Fisher Family, you are in my thoughts and prayers during this time. I had Jamaul in class and he will forever have a special place in my heart. He taught me to be a better person and to cherish every day. Sincerely Kathy
Danetta F says
Oh Jamaul…im gonna miss you. You were always so upbeat when i talked with you..all the time! I am so thankful now that we took this picture in Hardin during the handgames, and i went watched you play and sing one last time. Thank you for always being a good nephew to me, and helping me whenever i asked you. I appreciate it. I love you forever, now go to your mamma, and dont look back.
ROBERT LITTLE WOLF says
THE NORTHERN CHEYENNE CHIEF COUNCIL EXTEND THEIR CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY OF JAMAUL RICHARD BIRD AND PRAYERS FOR STRENGTH DURING THIS MOST SAD, SORROWFUL AND MOURNFUL TIME FOR THE LOSS OF A BELOVED LOVE ONE.
Andrita Harris says
Deepest sympathy and condolences for the family.
Prayers