Kristin Lee Sooktis, age 44, passed away January 7, 2024 in Seattle, Washington. Ho’e-oesta-oo-nah’e “Prayer Cloth Woman”, named after her Aunt Henrietta Mann. Her name was given to her by her grandparents Charlie and Josie Sooktis.
She was a decedent of Chief Crazyhead on her Whitedirt side, Chief AmericanHorse, Chief Dullknife on her Sooktis side. Kristin was the youngest of 5 siblings, Tamara, Pam, Jeniffer, and Marcus Sooktis. She was born February 7, 1979 in Crow Agency, Montana. She was the daughter of Charles “Butch” Sooktis and Lena Whitedirt. For most of her childhood she was raised in the Muddy Creek Area, receiving her education from Saint Labre. She spent most of her adulthood in Lame Deer until moving to Seattle, Washington in 2016.
Kristin was always the main cook for her family during Sundances and carried water during peyote meetings. She enjoyed raising her nieces and nephews and looked forward to raising her grandkids. She was artistic in so many ways, from drawing, decorating, to making jewelry.
Kristin started her motherhood journey with her first child Courtny Sooktis. Later she met Willy Wick Jr and from this union came along Kyle, Kaylesha and Koby Wick. A few years later she welcomed her youngest Makenzie BearRobe. Kristin loved all of her children.
She was preceded in death by her parents Charles Sooktis Jr. and Lena Whitedirt Sooktis; brothers Marcus Sooktis and Don Rapos; sister Delpha Eaglefeathers, grandparents Charles Sooktis Sr., Margaret Josephine Seminole Sooktis, Charles Whitedirt, Julia Whistling Elk Whitedirt; aunties Mae, Leona, Lucy, Mary Whitedirt, Ruby Sooktis, Joann Sooktis; uncles Any Sooktis, Gilbert, Patrick Whitedirt, Herman Bearcomeselk (who most likely greeted her with open arms, being that he was her favorite uncle).
Kristin is survived by her children Courtney, Kyle, Kaylesha, Koby and Makenzie; her companion Melvin Jones; her aunts Imogene Whitedirt and Henrietta Mann; her uncles Vernon Sooktis, Steve Littlebird and Scott Dozier; her sisters Tamara, Pam, Jeniffer, Jade, Julia, Bonnie, Lucille, Elrena, Ruth Ann, etc…; brothers Raylyn Whitedirt, Clyde Red Woman, Eddie, Randy Whitedirt, Perry, Pierce, Raphael Lefthand, Aldin Whiteman; adopted sisters Lavonda Highwalker and Tara Beartusk; adopted brothers Ryan Burndt, Leonard Bauer and Bill Wood; her nieces Tysha and Talisha Glenmore, Lashon and Treylyn Two Two, Raylyn and Shylane Sooktis; nephews Antone, Cody, Shayden, Kalen Sooktis, Rowdy and Titan Abeyta, Lynray Jr., Jonathan Sootkis, and Bovin; her grandchildren, adopted relatives as well as her extended family: Whitedirt, Sooktis, Whistling Elk, Lefthand, Tallbull, Brady, Seminole, Littlebird, Old Elk, Yelloweyes, and Bearcomeselk.
Kristin had a big family. If we forgot anyone, please, accept our apologies. Kristin loved everyone, family or not.
We would like to thank everyone, her friends, adopted family at the Chief Seattle Club, Watonas for taking care if her and being part of her life.
MARILYN MADER says
I’m so sorry to hear of her loss. I have fond memories of teaching Kristen. I will keep the family in my prayers for comfort and peace.
George Birtic says
I was very shocked to hear of Kristen’s passing. I had her as a student and will always remember her as a very good student and person. I had very fond memories of her at Lame Deer School and beyond. I am so sorry that she passed so early in life.
She will always remain in my heart and memory. Kristen rest in peace. We love you eternally and forever.
George Birtic
Donna says
RIP beautiful angel! Prayers and hugs grandchildren!
Mz mattie says
Oh my gosh my beautiful niece…I thank you for all the things we talked about n shared…I loved being around you ..made my day…gonna miss ya…love ya n see ya again
Ann Knows His Gun says
Prayers for my Sisters. RIP little sister. Saddens me for her to come home this way. Prayers for her children & extended family
Robin Russette says
Rest paradise lady your beautiful soul at rest much love n respect sooo sad to hear💔😢 prayers for the family
Carrie Littlebird says
My prayers and Condolences for Kristin and her family.
C P says
My condolences to the family. When losing a loved one it can be unbearable. In the Bible book of Isaiah 25:8 Jehovah God promises soon to “swallow up death forever.” He also promises to bring back those who have fallen asleep in death (Acts 24:15). In a little while longer this kind of pain will be a thing of the past (Revelations 21:4). May these scriptures bring you comfort in this difficult time (jw.org)
Marcia Elkshoulder Anderson says
Sending blessings and condolences to the family! I will always remember her laughter! Kristine always had a smile on her face, all her jokes but mainly her laughter!! Rest in beauty! Travel well to the Other Camp with all our relatives and our People Northern Cheyenne’s
Andrita Harris says
Sending deepest condolences for Sooktis & WhiteDirt Family. Your smile that you always had I will miss. RIP PRAYERS