Kenneth Howard Medicine Bull, Ve’Keseo’oxhaestoxese “Heap of Birds,” age 64, of Birney made his journey to the Other Camp on January 15, 2021 at St. Vincent Healthcare Center in Billings, Montana. He was born in Crow Agency, Montana to Burt Medicine Bull, Sr. and Ellen Kingfisher- Kaline. Kenneth was raised by his grandparents, Willis and Annie Medicine Bull. He was proud to be Suhtaio and carried out the Suhtaio Traditions in everything he did. He loved horses, gourd dancing, and emceeing for pow wows and large gatherings.
Kenneth grew up in the Medicine Bull Valley of Birney, Montana and attended schools at St. Labre and Hardin before acquiring his G.E.D. For a short time, he attended the University of Missoula where he made the Dean’s List. He later attended Chief Dull Knife College where he earned his Bilingual Teaching Certification. He met Connie Klemp and married her on October 1, 1978 in Missoula, Montana. In this marriage, they had six children: Jason Kaline, Tory (Verna) Medicine Bull, Heath (Brooke) Medicine Bull, Amber Medicine Bull, Darold Foote, and the late Gevy (Arnold) Coyote Runs Sr.
Kenneth was a member of the Native American Church and Kit Fox Society; he was also a Sundance Priest. Throughout Kenneth’s life, he was a rancher and held numerous jobs within the Northern Cheyenne Tribe. Some of his greatest accomplishments include traveling to Helena to secure funding for road improvements throughout the reservation and playing a big part in the establishment of the Lame Deer High School. He loved his Cheyenne people and took pride in being a part of anything he could.
Kenneth was also a master craftsman who enjoyed beading, leatherwork, woodworking, and making traditional gourd dancing regalia. One of his favorite hobbies was playing hand games. He especially liked competing in Crow Agency and playing all night long. Kenneth loved his family and he prayed for them every morning. He truly believed in the power of prayer.
Kenneth is survived by his wife, Connie; children, Jason Kaline, Tory (Verna) Medicine Bull, Heath (Brooke) Medicine Bull, Amber Medicine Bull, Darold Foote; grandchildren, Jalynne, Jaslynne, Wynn, Elliana, Colt, Tameron (Mariah), Tegan, Tyler, Kennington, Keeyan, Jamari, Seth, Ellonie, and Chloe, Arnold II, Ezekiel; great- granddaughter Rosalynn; siblings, Alaina Buffalo Spirit, Setovaatse (Kitty) Medicine Bull, Willis (Eulonda) Medicine Bull, Charles Kaline, and Lorie (Angel) Kaline; uncle, Wayne Headswift; and numerous nieces and nephews. Extended family include: Bearchum, Russell, Clubfoote, Kingfisher, Small (from Rocky Boy) and all of his family though the Native American Church. We apologize if we have forgotten anyone.
He is preceded in death by his parents; grandparents; brothers, Morris, Henry; sisters, Doris, Renette, Dina; and daughter, Gevy (Arnold) Coyote Runs Sr.; and aunt, Rosanne Headswift.
Service Schedule
Graveside Service
1:00 PM
Saturday January 23, 2021
Medicine Bull Family Cemetery
Birney, Montana 59012
Service Schedule
Graveside Service
1:00 PM
Saturday January 23, 2021
Medicine Bull Family Cemetery
Birney, Montana 59012
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Ada Graham says
Connie and family,
I offer my condolences. I always enjoyed visiting with Kenny during Native American days at Labre. He will be missed.
Patricia Houseman says
So sorry for your loss Connie and Family. May God be with all of you
Deb says
Connie and Family I’m so sorry to hear about Kenny.. Prayers are going out to you all.
ROBERT LITTLE WOLF says
TO THE FAMILY OF KENNETH MEDICINEBULL, THE NORTHERN CHEYENNE CHIEF COUNCIL EXTEND THEIR MOST SINCERE CONDOLENCES AND PRAYERS FOR STRENGTH DURING THIS MOST SAD, SORROWFUL AND MOURNFUL TIME FOR THE LOSS OF A BELOVED LOVE ONE.
Lynette Spang & family says
So sorry for your loss Connie your family is in our thoughts and prayers 🙏🙏
Eugene Black Bear, Jr says
Oh no, my brother Kenny!! Was planning to come up there to sit in the Tipi and pray with him, how we did when Burt Sr and Ellen was there!! A beautiful time. Safe Journey Home, brother!! Cedar and Prayers, for Connie, Amber, the boys, Burt Jr, Bertha, and the Medicine Bull Family!! Be strong.
Kenneth MedicineBull Family says
Please friends and family stay tuned for the updated draft.
Karen Gaskill says
My thoughts and prayers for all of Kenny’s loved ones
Ann (Strange Owl) Knows His Gun says
Deepest Condolences & Prayers
greg calf boss ribs says
my uncle’s running one good meeeting up there in the sky now!
Steve and Jessica Yapuncich says
Connie, Jason, Ryan, and all. Jessica and i and children thought the world of Kenny. We were blessed when you came here and he went in Sweat Lodge where his prayers were powerful. God comfort you at this time.
Patrick H. Maloney says
Condolences to Connie and all of the family.
Monica Norse (Littlebird) says
Gosh my brother made his journey. He has always been an important part of my life. He and Bert were there for me when I really needed them. I will cherish his guidance and the words of wisdom and most importantly the encouragement he gave me. I love my brothers all so much. Maheo be with you all during this most difficult time. 💔
Andrita Harris says
Connie, Heath, Jason, Tory, Amber and Family so sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathy and condolences to the family. RIP
Kris Bartlett says
Connie and family-
My love and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Donna says
Condolences to the family from the standing elk family.
Janet Lassen says
Condolences and prayers.
Neil and Diane Beartusk says
We send Kenny’s family our deepest condolences and prayers. May Maheo’o comfort you during your time of sorrow.
Jamie Blackwolf Whiteman says
Sending prayers 🙏🙏 to my brothers and sisters condolences..mom used to say We are related real close help Each other.. hug’s Prayer’s Connie and all the families…
Orie Medicinebull says
Sending prayers for Connie, the boys, and Amber for the loss of a brother, father, and friend to the many individuals who had the opportunity to meet and know Kenny. My sincere condolences, love, and support during these hard times we are going through. May the spirit soars, until such time.
Jay Ostbee says
My heart is in mourning for this amazing man — he taught me how to live better