Laverne was born in Lame Deer, Montana to Pierre and Mary Ewing. She married Raymond Two Two (later divorced) and together they had two children Lenray Two Two and Sandra Two Two.
Laverne attended St Labre, Lame Deer and Colstrip Highschool where she graduated in 1958. In her early years Laverne loved to ride horses and be with her family and extended family. Branding times were always one of her favorite times of year, all the Muddy Creek family would get together work hard but mostly laugh tease and eat the best food made by her mother Mary and all her aunts. She loved her life on the “Creek”, horse backing riding farming, berry picking, canning and later quilting.
During the early family years of her and her siblings, every Sunday all would go to Grandma’s house for Sunday Dinner and if there was anyone’s birthday during that week it would be celebrated then. During these weekends, early arrivers would play “dice” on Saturday night. Laverne so enjoyed these games; she would often tell stories of how intense the games would get and how anyone would get teased if they got mad…. you could see the laughter in her eyes as she was telling these stories.
Laverne’s favorite hobby while living in Lame Deer was working on her yard, she would spend every daylight hour outside planting and grooming her flowers. Her and her cousin Linda Two Two had a sisterly competition going on…. who had the better yard.
After the passing of her mother Mary, Laverene moved back up to Muddy Creek to live her father Pierre. During that time, she got to be an expert in quilting, she made many quilts for her kids and grandkids. When her eyesight began to wane, she and her sisters started “Boggle” tournaments. These tournaments were anything but relaxing, they were so competitive that each sister would bring their “own edition” of websters dictionary. All in all, it was a fun and bonding time for each sister.
But the most important love in her life was her grandkids. Her oldest grandson Terry Mark and oldest granddaughter Lashon were constantly fighting for bragging rights as to who was grandma’s biggest baby. Little did they know grandma babied all her grandchildren in their own special way. She was always their biggest supportor in anything and everything they did in their life. One of many of her loving ways was the constant and consistent belief…. she never ever gave up or ridiculed anyone of them for bad decisions, she would only listen and be given time and love for each one of them.
Laverne started her employment at the St Labre school, she later got hired with the Indian Health Service. She remained there for 42 years. She enjoyed what she did and was very proud of her “shop”. She made many many friends throughout the years there along with numerous stories.
Laverne is predeceased by her mother, Mary, father Piere, two grandchildren, Pierre and Mary, her sister Marcella and her nephews Shane Ewing, Keeshawn Scalpcane and nieice Lindsey Berry.
Laverne is survived by two children, Lenray Two Two and Sandra Two Two (Jorge). 13 Grandchildren, Terry American Horse (Aspen), Rockelle Limpy (Brian), Rebekah Littlewhiteman and Triston Littlewhiteman. Lashon TwoTwo (Chris), Lenray J Two Two, Jr, Trelyn Two Two (Kaden), Kalen, Jessie, Elisha, Marla, Treleah, Lionel Two Two. Greatgrandkids, Nateesta, Tesnee, Tecoah and Tyberius American Horse. Pierre (Caspian) Rising Sun and Klailea Two Two. Laverne is also survived by three siblings, Lujanna Ewing, Lynwood (Michelle) Ewing and Barbara (Allen) Clubfoot. She had so many nieces and nephews we are not able to mention all so please do not feel offended if we don’t individually name all. A special mention to all the Harris family many of whom are gone and those remaining thank you. Also, to Geraldine Fisher and all the kids, she considered them family till her ending days, thank you.
Wake will be held at the Blessed Sacrament Catholic church Friday at 7 p.m. and Graveside services will be held at the Ewing Family Cemetery Saturday at 10 a.m.
ROBERT LITTLE WOLF says
TO THE FAMILY OF LAVERNE EWING, THE NORTHERN CHEYENNE CHIEF COUNCIL EXTEND THEIR CONDOLENCES AND PRAYERS FOR STRENGTH DURING THIS TIME OF MOST SAD, SORROWFUL AND MOURNFUL TIME FOR THE LOSS OF A BELOVED LOVE ONE. THE CHIEF COUNCIL PRAY MAHEOS STRENGTH WILL COMFORT THE FAMILY IN THIS MOURNFUL TIME.
Bruce Spang says
Sorry to hear of Laverne’s passing, my condolences to Lenray, Sandy and the family. She was a wonderful woman, who was always nice and welcoming when I was at her house. Prayers.
Andrita Harris says
Ewing and Harris family our deepest condolences and prayers to all. LaVerne was a special person and we will miss her. Loved working with you at ihs. The good days
Carrie Littlebird says
Our prayers and Condolences.
Arshanda says
I’ll always love you grandma. Going to visit you and grandpa Pierre was one of my favorite times that I remember. I wanted to learn your baking skills though, you were suppose to teach me. 2 bad I didn’t get 2 learn that from you. Glad I was honored to work with you at the IHS. I remember you collecting dolls. You had so many I always wanted to play with them, so you would let me. I’ll miss your stories and playing dice and all those board games we played together in grandma and grandpa’s house. See you in heaven tell your mom and dad that I miss them a lot. My son Vaylen and my girl Cherys 2 💞 you grandma Laverne.
Erma says
An old and dear fren. RIP LaVerne! Blessings to family she left behind!
Melissa Whitewolf Royston says
Sending my Condolences to Laverns Family. May she Rest in Paradise. God Bless.
Rachel E. LaRance says
My prayers and condolences to the family. Rest in peace.
linda stops says
My Deepest condolences to Lenray and Sandy and the rest of the family, I never forgot how good she was to me, I missed her so much. rest in heaven my friend.
M G says
My condolences to all of you during this difficult time. Losing a loved one is never easy. Take time to grieve and find comfort in knowing that God is near all those calling on Him. ( Psalms 145 : 18 )
NORMA R KOLETA says
Dearest Family of Laverne Ewing-Condolences to All-
I am Norma Koleta daughter of your Grandfather Norman Isaac Ewing, and Sister of your father Pierre
Culbertson Ewing., and Aunt to Laverne and remaining siblings.
Though our personal times together were rare and years ago, , I always enjoyed my phone conversations with Laverne who cared so much for her Dad and who always helped Dad Pierre call me on every holiday and birthday. He never missed and I still cherish the little Indian girl card that Im sure Laverne helped pick out and sent to me at Christmas time.
I had spoken with her at Easter time a year ago, when she called on that Holiday at home on my cell phone, what a surprise, and myself and my sister Carol Ann—-
had the most wonderful conversation and caught up on our common roots.
I spoke again personally with Laverne several months ago and realized that her health was not good, but she still had that amazing strength and beauty that made her who she really was-Her Spirit shone through and she was wonderful to speak with and very funny- great sense of humor!
As we have common roots and I only wish I could have seen her in person, I still have many of my fathers,
Chief Flying Iron-Norman Isaacs memories and many photos of the family. that I treasure!
My heart is heavy as I write, but I know that Laverne is in the Best Hands that there are-Her Lord Jesus Christ and He will always take good care of her forever !
Laverne, you will always be in my heart and though I saw you very little in life, you remain a wonderful memory in my heart along with your beloved Father, Pierre Ewing, and your dear Mother, Mary.
Rest In Peace Dear One–Until He-The Great Holy Spirit, Christ Jesus comes again…soon……to bring us together with Him into a Brand New Earth as He has promised in His Word with no more pain or tears-
He is faithful who has promised (Psalm 23) as the Great Shepherd to comfort us all!
With much Love,
Your Niece “Little Butterfly” Norma Ewing Koleta