Lorraine Mae Robinson, Buffalo Appearing Woman, born January 12th, 1932 in Lamed Deer, Montana to Fredrick (Buck) Brien and Margaret (Eastman) Brien. Lorraine peacefully passed on August 19th, 2022, surrounded by her family as the Morning Star appeared in the eastern sky.
Lorraine grew up in the Kirby and Busby communities with her brothers Myron and Leonard Brien, and Matthew Two Moons Sr. She attended Busby and Hardin schools. She grew up riding horses and fishing, which remained her favorite activities throughout her life. She loved being a Mother, Grandmother, and Auntie. Lorraine married James M. Robinson on November 6th, 1952. They raised horses and ran cattle. They later divorced and Lorraine continued to reside on the family ranch, turning operations over to her boys.
Over the years, Lorraine held employment on the Reservation serving as an employee at the Lame Deer School, BIA, Busby School, and eventually retiring from St. Labre School after 25 years of dedicated service. Mom served as a lay minister for the St. Labre Parish and was a charter member of the St. Labre Chapter of Tekakwitha. A highlight of which was seeing Pope John Paul. She was a super fan of St. Labre basketball, a fan of tennis, Tiger Woods, the Green Bay Packers, and loved her bingo at Charging Horse Casino.
Lorraine was honored and proud to be a Northern Cheyenne and she raised her family to believe and respect the Cheyenne way of life and traditions. She loved the horse culture, ceremony, pow-wow (watching Ernie gourd dance) and clown dance, and family gatherings. In raising her family, she adopted several along the way.
Lorraine is preceded in death by her parents, Fredrick (Buck) and Margaret Brien, brothers Myron and Leonard Brien, beloved daughter Cheryl Kay Booth, Grandsons Percy and Christian Robinson, her adopted son Earl Charette, sister in law, Juanita Lonebear; and special friend Leona Limberhand.
She is survived by her brother Matthew Two Moons Sr, Ernie (Mary Jane), Jimmy (Vicki), Tracy (Cynthia), Howard Ontiveros, her special girls Lynnelle Bixby and Jessica Booth, and special sisters-in-laws, Connie Brien, Carla Brien, and Priscilla Robinson, and many, many, grandchildren, great grandchildren, great-great grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.
Thank you for all the love and support from our large extended family Alderman, Azure, Beartusk, Bixby, Booth, Bolson, Braine, Brien, Cain, Charette, Eastman, Freeman, Harris, Lafrainier, Lafever, Little Whirlwind, Parker, Pease, Pittman, Robinson, Small, Storm, Sherman, Spang, Two Moons, and Whitewolf.
We apologize if we have missed anyone, our families are large, and hearts are heavy.
A special thanks to the staff of Heritage Living Center, Lake View Assisted Care, and Lasting Legacy Senior Living for their kind loving attention, and making her days a lot less lonely.
Service Schedule
Traditional Wake
7:00 p.m.
Monday August 22, 2022
Saint Labre Mission
Ashland, Montana 59003
Funeral Service
11:00 a.m.
Tuesday August 23, 2022
Rabbit Town Hall
Ashland , Montana 59003
Interment
Following the Funeral Service
Tuesday August 23, 2022
Robinson Family Ranch Cemetery
Ashland, Montana 59003
Service Schedule
Traditional Wake
7:00 p.m.
Monday August 22, 2022
Saint Labre Mission
Ashland, Montana 59003
Funeral Service
11:00 a.m.
Tuesday August 23, 2022
Rabbit Town Hall
Ashland , Montana 59003
Interment
Following the Funeral Service
Tuesday August 23, 2022
Robinson Family Ranch Cemetery
Ashland, Montana 59003
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Carla & Jay Johnson says
Deepest sympathy to the Robinson family in the loss of Lorraine. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her but she is in a better place now and will look down on all her loved ones!
Donna Brien says
Condolences to the family..Prayers
Speelman says
Prayers for all of the family.
RIP Loraine 🙏
Bert and Helen Woods says
To all of Lorraine’s family,
So sorry for your loss. Lorraine was a wonderful person and I am so glad that I was able to know her and to work with her at St Labre. Bert and I send our love to all.
Karen Gaskill says
It was such a joy and privilege to have known Lorraine and enjoy her wonderful, spirited personality. She was a gem!
Ada Graham says
Peace and love for the wonderful Robinson family during this difficult time.
Debbie charette says
We will miss her smile and hugs❤️
Debbie Charette and family🙏🏼❤️
Ami Burns says
This isn’t good bye! This is only “I’ll see you again”! I love you so much! Thank you for filling in as my grandma too. 🫶🏼
MImi Nickel says
My prayers for family & friends for comfort & peace in this time of loss. She was a wonderful woman with a loving heart. Every time I went to see her she got her gizzards & chocolate. Love you Auntie Lorraine. You shall be missed💕
Eugene Blackbear says
Condolences to Ernie!! Ur mom loved to watch you Gourd dancing!!!! Cedar and Prayers for you and Family!!!!
Mimi Nickel says
My prayers & condolence to the family & friends. She was a beautiful woman & loved by all. Every time I went to visit, she got her gizzards & chocolate. Miss you Auntie Lorraine. See you again some day!
Sheila Eastman Hart says
Sending condolences to Ernie, Tracy and Jimmy and families from myself and my dad Marvin. Love and prayers
ROBERT LITTLE WOLF says
THE NORTHERN CHEYENNE CHIEF COUNCIL EXTEND THEIR CONDOLENCES AND PRAYERS FOR STRENGTH TO THE FAMILY OF LORRAINE MAE ROBINSON DURING THIS MOST SAD, SORROWFUL AND MOURNFUL TIME FOR THE LOSS OF A BELOVED LOVE ONE.
Doris Littlewolf says
My sincere condolences to Lorraine’s family. And to my brother, Ernie. Love you, brother, stay strong.
Andrita Harris says
Deepest sympathy and condolences to the ROBINSON Family. Lorraine was a remarkable woman, great friend of the family. Lorraine and my Mom would be at every Roping that James & my Dad was at plus horse sales.
Lorraine will be missed. Prayers RIP.
Hugs to Ernie, MJ, Jimmy , Vicki and Tracy.
Dorothy & Andrita Harris
Andrita Harris says
Deepest sympathy and condolences to the ROBINSON FAMILY. Lorraine was a remarkable classy lady & great friend. She will be missed by all. Remember all the Roping, horse sales that her and my mom would be at watching James, and my Dad Roping.
Hugs to Ernie, MJ, Jimmy, Vicki & Tracy. PRAYERS RIP LORRAINE.
Dorothy & Andrita Harris
Elizabeth Eby says
I got to know Lorraine while working at Lasting Legacy Assisted Living in Billings. We would giggle like schoolgirls picking out her clothes and jewelry for the day. She told many stories about her children and grandchildren. She was one of the nicest people I have met in my life. Thank you for sharing her with me. I send my love and prayers to her family.
Dick fletcher says
‘AMAZINING” is the best word to describe my friend Lorraine. She was a loving and compassionate person, who touched the lives of many. She’ll be sadly missed by family and friends and am thankful I was one of them. Love & hugs to all the Robinson Family – you were blessed to have this AMAZING lady in your life as I was as were many others.
Myron and Cheryl Littlebird says
To Ernie and family. Our thoughts and prayers to you. Lorraine was a gracious lady and good friend.
Carrie Littlebird says
Our Condolences n Prayers
Patricia Houseman says
So sorry to hear about Lorraine. She was such a wonderful person. Prayers for all of the family. May God give you peace.
Edna Morey says
I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers for all.o
Jan Hartmann says
My heartfelt condolences for all family and friends of Lorraine. I am so blessed to have gotten to know her and had her in my life. She is amazing
Jim and Rita and Kyle Alderman & Family says
We’re so sorry to hear of Lorraine’s passing and sending prayers and condolences. Our family has lost so many, especially during the pandemic. She left behind a wonderful Family that’s always shown love and respect and I hope and pray you can all keep this in mind as it truly is. God bless you all through this loss, love you all
Kay McGregor says
Prayers and my condolences to all of the Robinson family. Lorraine was a great lady, always had a smile! She will be missed by many. Treasure all of your memories until you see her again on the other side. My love to you all!
Jill Lewis says
Much love and many prayers to the family of Lorraine. It’s never easy, but you can get through with family, friends & love. ❤️🤗🙏🏻
Dee Macdonald says
So sorry for your loss, condolences to all.
Jamie and Kimmie Olson says
What a lovely lady she was, Jamie and I adored her. I know her passing will leave a hole in your family she will certainly be keeping an eye on things down here. Take care my friends I know you will miss her
Fran & Stan Oswald says
Sincere condolences for the loss of Lorraine to the entire Robinson family. Always enjoyed chatting with her when she came to the cafe.
Cindy Stanton says
My sympathy to the Robinson family. She was such a sweet, beautiful, lively and fun lady. I know you will all miss her immensely. May you find peace & comfort.
Christine Valentine says
Lorraine was a dear person and fun to be with, we had many happy hours together.
I am sad to hear of her passing.
Troy Spang says
They broke the mold when God made Aunt Lorraine, she was such a loving aunty and a fun person to be around, I remember she would always hug me and pinch my brown cheeks and kiss me on the forehead. She loved unconditionally and taught us many lessons in how to treat others and what was important in life. If she got after you it was because she wanted the best for you and hated to see you heading down the wrong road. I always loved seeing her and I will miss her very much. I wont say goodbye aunty I’ll just say when we meet again you better be ready to listen to all my stories and pinch my cheeks and kiss my forehead because i’m going to give you a great big hug. I Love You Aunty!