James Crazymule, age 79, of Lame Deer died on Sunday June 7, 2015 in Hardin. James was born September 9, 1935 to James Crazymule and Elizabeth Rowland of Ashland, MT where he was raised and attended school. He later joined the United States Army and Stationed in Korea where he spoke his native Cheyenne language as a code to communicate. He was later honorably discharged.
James met his wife Martha Walksnice in the early 1960’s and they started a family. From this union, they were blessed with four children: Miller Sr., Marlene, Willard and Theresa Crazymule. His wife left him in 1979 due to illness, and he later married Theresa Old Bull in 1980. He and Theresa have spent 35 years together. He helped raise Edna Killsnight and her daughter Hazel, as well as Hazel’s children.
In about 1990 James started his own sanitation business, called “CM Sanitation.” He saw the need to help his people. He was a well-respected businessman and did not hesitate to help anyone that was in need. Anyone who came to his house to visit was fed and treated with good hospitality.
During the time of owning his business, he ran for Northern Cheyenne Tribal Council and was elected. He went on to represent the Northern Cheyenne Tribe in Washington D.C. He later on retired and became ill. During his illness he remained independent and continued to help people to the best of his abilities.
James was a fan of boxing and would watch it with his friend “Rock.” He was proud to have met Mike Tyson, who referred to James as a “Chief.” James will never be forgotten and will always be loved.
James was preceded in death by his parents: James Crazymule, Sr. and Elizabeth Rowland Crazymule; brothers: Leo, Kenneth and Thomas; sisters: Ruby, Maimie Eaglefeathers, Florence Whiteman and Wanda Russell; his wife Martha Walksnice Crazymule; his son Miller and grandson Miller Taylor Crazymule, Jr.; Aunt: Sally Bites; and his special friends: Joe “Gunner” Lonewolf, Francis Shavehead, Cheetoh Russette.
James is survived by many family members and friends, specifically his children: Ethelene Jefferson, Marlene, Willard, Theresa (Oliver), and Hazel; grandchildren: Clint Warren, Adrian Leo, James Trevor (Faye), Roy Jr. (Rika), Millie, Kiana, Trina, Marybeth Todd, Charley Keesy, and Jordan Todd; Great-Grandchildren Naomi, Zoey, Julia Anne, Aaron, Hunter, and Montana, Shania, Shakira, Edna, and Annie Burns; special friends: Emmitt Medicine Top and Rock Redcherries. His extended family includes the Rowland, Bordeaux, Two Two, Pretty Boys, Fox, Harris, Fisher, Foote, Spotted Elk, Eagle Feathers, Spears, Russell’s, Killsnight, American Horse, Walkslast, Whitehawk, Redneck, Redbird, Brady, Little Coyote, Hart, Limpy, Bearcomesout, Standing Elk, Firecrow, Littlebird, Tallwhiteman, Waters, Frazier, Shermans, and Curley. We apologize if we forgot any family members or friends.
A Traditional wake will be held at 7:00 pm on Thursday, June 11, at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Parish in Lame Deer. Funeral Services will be held on Friday June 12 at 11:00 am at the Boys and Girls Club in Lame Deer with burial to follow in the St. Labre Cemetery in Ashland.
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home of Forsyth is assisting the family with these arrangements and condolences may be sent by visiting www.stevensonandsons.com
Service Schedule
Traditional Wake
7:00 PM
Thursday June 11, 2015
Blessed Sacrament Catholic Parish
630 Cheyenne Ave.
Lame Deer, MT 59043
Graveside Service
following the funeral
Friday June 12, 2015
St. Labre Cemetery
1000 Tongue River Rd.
Ashland, MT 59003
Service Schedule
Traditional Wake
7:00 PM
Thursday June 11, 2015
Blessed Sacrament Catholic Parish
630 Cheyenne Ave.
Lame Deer, MT 59043
Graveside Service
following the funeral
Friday June 12, 2015
St. Labre Cemetery
1000 Tongue River Rd.
Ashland, MT 59003
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JAMES P. OLDBULL says
THANKYOU FOR YOUR PRESENCE IN OUR LIVES SHAWNA,MICHELLE,JAMES PAUL MARGARET OLDBULLS CHILDREN .
Annie says
My great father james was a wonderful person I miss him Love him see you grandpa later