Larry Redwoman “Ma’eve’ėse”(Redbird) passed away on December 2, 2012. Larry was born on October 2, 1945 to Eugene & Cora (Horseroads) Redwoman and was later adopted by Tom & Freda Woodenlegs as a young man. He grew up along Tommy’s Creek in Lame Deer. He was an avid horseman in his younger years, a ranch hand and a talented traditional singer, a camp crier, and he highly respected the Cheyenne ceremonies. He enjoyed going to peyote ceremonies and was very traditional and proud of his heritage. He was an active member of the Elkhorn Scrapers Society.
He leaves behind his beloved homeland, “Tommy’s Creek” along with his daughters Zoe & Lareina of Washington, son Cheyenne Redwoman of Idaho, and son Richard Lonebear, son Brahm Rafino of Oregon, brothers; Silver Redwoman, Clyde Redwoman, Thomas Woodenlegs, Marvin (Kim) Woodenlegs, sisters; Rosella (James Mann) Pongah, Lillian Redwoman, Emmanuel Redwoman, Antoinnette Redowman, Arbutus Redwoman, Ursula and Rachel Woodenlegs, Thomasine (Leonard E.) Woodenlegs, special nephew whom he lived with, Marlin (Lynette) Whitedirt and grandkids Mariah, Danny, Merlin, Jamie and Lynda Lou and many nieces, nephews and grandchildren and adopted son Christain.
Preceding Larry in death are infant daughter Zepher, siblings Gerald Redwoman, Cleary “Perry” Redwoman, Orson Redwoman, Rosalie Redwoman, Phillip Redwoman, Cleo Ann Redwoman Campos, Blossom Redwoman, Joel and Sophie, parents Eugene & Cora (Horseroads) Redwoman, his adopted mother and father.
Service Schedule
Traditional Wake
8:30 PM to 12:00AM
Thursday December 6, 2012
Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church
Lame Deer, MT 59043
Funeral Service
10:00 AM
Friday December 7, 2012
Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church
Lame Deer, MT 59043
Interment
Following Services
Friday December 7, 2012
Woodenlegs Family Cemetery
Lame Deer, MT 59043
Service Schedule
Traditional Wake
8:30 PM to 12:00AM
Thursday December 6, 2012
Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church
Lame Deer, MT 59043
Funeral Service
10:00 AM
Friday December 7, 2012
Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church
Lame Deer, MT 59043
Interment
Following Services
Friday December 7, 2012
Woodenlegs Family Cemetery
Lame Deer, MT 59043
Share
Morgan Redwoman says
He was my grandfather that i never got to meet but i wanted too meet him and see my grandpa, ill miss him dearly and will hold his name in my heart and hope i can see him when its my time
Georgia Burns says
My prayers to the family. He was always friendly to me and made me laugh. I enjoyed going to sweats with him. Larry, I will miss you and your joking.
derek cannon(vita pa du) says
Love you uncle,i will see you on the other side,we will sweat,and eat lotsa frybread!
Dave Weinhold says
I met Larry in Ontario, Oregon around 1994 when I was all of 20 years dumb,and all the man ever gave to our”society” was grace,wisdom,and a sense of peace that otherwise wasn’t made readily available. His guidance of his peers,and close friends was always given with respectful elegance,charm, and a wit that was unmatched by any. I personally hold the man in such regard to that of my own father. He helped me put my surroundings in perspective and survive through difficult times and many of my brother’s will always love Larry Redwoman.
Yonv Equa says
Mitakuye Oyasin, He was “Uncle” to me, my teacher. He taught me many things. How to find and walk on the Good Red Road. Respect for the ceremonies, how to “Do it this way”. So many songs.
Uncle had many faults, just like any man who truly examines his heart. But he also loved and shared the Red Road with all who would listen.
I still hear you sing when I sing the songs you taught me.
You walk in my soul.
Donadagvhoi
Mitchell Vastbinder says
I met the man in Oregon years back and found him to be a remarkable man The insights that he reflected to me changed the way I thought of the world .He will be missed…
Wolf Mouse says
He was awesome teacher and guidance I met him in 94 in Ontario Oregon he was my uncle by the native term taught me to walk the path stronger and be proud to be native Half Breed he’s always going to be missed very much