Vo’Kaa’e Ohma’aeste Red Antelope
Descendent of Red Sleeve, Geronimo Chiricahua Apache.
Larry was born in Crow Agency on September 24, 1947. He attended Busby Boarding School and then went on to attend college at Sheridan College in Sheridan Wyoming before transferring to Hazelden, Minnesota where he obtained his Associates Degree in Counseling. He was a proud member of the Northern Cheyenne Tribe, and a member of the Kit Fox Warrior Society.
He had many achievements throughout his life being selected for boy’s state and also for the West Point Military Academy. He was a State Champion in Plentywood for the softball fast pitch team.
Larry had many roles being the Police Officer for the Northern Cheyenne Tribe, Security Officer for the Northern Cheyenne Tribal School, Drug & Alcohol Counselor for Northern Cheyenne Recovery Center, a house parent for St. Labre Youth Homes, and a member of the KitFox Society.
In his earlier years Larry was an avid hunter and basketball player. He had a lot of fond memories of his hunting days . An outdoorsman who loved to go camping and fishing. He was a loving father and grandfather to his children and grandchildren. Always had a kind word, lots of laughter, and words of wisdom.
Larry was proud of the accomplishments of his children and grandchildren.
Larry was preceded in death by Michael, Charlotte Ann, Twin baby girls, Geraldine, Christine, Marie Rowena (wife), Larry Bigback Jr., Lara Bigback, Teisha Bigback.
He is survived by children of Robert and Gladys Mae Bigback Sr., Ronald (Cyndi), Robert (Michelle) Bigback Sr., Gordon (Ruth), Leslie Bigback Sr., Maria (Hank) Bigfire.
Surviving Aunts: Marie Littlewolf, Madeline “Shorty” Yellowrobe, Jeannie Strangeowl.
Children: Kimberly Big Back, Sheri (Jim) Bement, Hadley (Corrie) Bigback, Kyle Bigback, Amberly Blaine, Ernest and Edward Getsdown, Alias Bigback.
Relatives: Bigback, Risingsun, Yellowrobe, Russell, Floyd & Louise Fisher Family, Martha Charette Family, Rockroads, Two Moons, BigHawk, Elkshoulder, Littlewhiteman, Spotted Eagle, Lonebear, Walksalong, Bearquiver, Two Babies, Two Hatches, Hadley, Littleoldman, Americanhorse, Headswift, BigFoot, Biglefthand, Hollowbreast, Cross, Grey, Stands in Timber, Medicinebull, Sandcrane, Whistlingelk, Deafy, Sooktis, Whiteman, Bites, Grinsell, Spottedwolf, Killsontop, Littlesun, Shoulderblade Geiouty.
We apologize if we have forgotten anyone in our time of grief, forgive us, it is not our intention to forget you.
A very special thanks to his care team at Roundup Memorial Hospital.
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Connie says
RIP Mr Bigback. We enjoyed taking care of you for the brief moment you were with us
Guy Lund says
My thoughts are with Larry’s family during this sad time. Larry was a great guy. I haven’t seen Larry in several years but have thought of him often. RIP my friend.
Kyle says
Going to miss you dad. Journey well. Until we meet again, I’m proud to say “I’m your son.” Love you.
ROBERT LITTLE WOLF says
TO THE FAMILY OF LAWRENCE “LARRY” BIGBACK, 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.
Genie says
Love you my brother see you there😇
Benno says
He was a good big brother, I’ll see you on the other side brother.
Mbigback says
Gonna miss you uncle, was glad I got to visit you last time I was in Busby. Rip unc’s
Your friend says
My friend, always glad to see each other and visit. Have a good journey to the next camp.
Nothing but happiness there, no sadness or pain.we will see you again!
Keenan James Bigback says
Keenan James sends his love to grandpa Larry. Gives hugs to uncle Sonny and my mom Teishia.
WILBURTA Bigback says
Uncle I was waiting for you to get well and come home! I miss you on my meal deliveries, I miss you teasing me! I bet my mom was happy to see you uncle. Give her a big hug from the boys and I! Love you both💜🙏
Jenna says
RIP uncle, going to miss you stopping by my parents place to see us and bringing ur lil one over to play. Love you uncle give my mom the biggest bigback hug ever for us!!!
Melvin Small jr says
Always good seeing you at the post office having a nice conversation. Rest in piece.
Emily Evans says
Rest In Peace. Bet Lara was happy to have her Daddy.
Rena says
Love u uncle!give my mom a big hug for me!!😔
Sheri Bigback Bement says
Journey well Dad! I’m thankful for the time I got to be with you. You are my hero. Thanks for teaching me sports, hunting and the love for the great outdoors. I’m happy you got your mom and dad, Little Larry, Lara, Teisha and your brothers and sisters to greet you. I’m going to miss our adventures. Watch over us and I’ll see you again.
James D King Jr. & Ann King says
Deepest condolences to Larry’s family. He was always around, with a kind word and smile. He was intelligent and knowledgeable. We’ll miss seeing him as the nightwatchman & also his steady presence in the community. May the Lord comfort and keep you all in His loving care…..
rick wolfname says
Rick/Janet Wolfname Condolences to all my nephews/nieces
John Glasscock says
Hey my man Bigback you are awesome