On September 9, 2020, our beloved Mokee’e (Little Woman) Magoo Mary Magdeline Shoulderblade, 73, of Lame Deer, MT and Albuquerque, NM, went to be with Maheo and her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Born on June 14, 1947, she became the youngest natural daughter of James and Julia Shoulderblade and nurtured more than 10 children herself during her sojourn on earth. She was a librarian and caretaker of Native American history at the University of New Mexico, where she retired in 2009. Embracing the tenets of many Christian faiths, Magoo discovered herself through her worship of Jesus, whom she loved and emulated in endless service, ceaseless efforts to support loved ones and countless others that crossed her path. Her capacity to be lighthearted and live life well took her to such places as New York, Portugal, Calgary, and many other yet undiscovered places her postcards and passport hold sacred. Acting as an angelic messenger would, she followed the Holy Spirit’s direction, appearing where others’ needs were evident, turning a blind eye to her own. What we will miss most from this extraordinary lady will be the cadence of her voice as she leaves messages saying, “It’s Magoo”, her uncanny memory of birthdays, anniversaries and graduations and her unexpected attendance to them, her infectious laugh as we tease her, and especially her limitless love she so readily showed us. This “Little Woman” has keenly left an immense hole in our hearts.
Preceding her in death are: her grandparents Benedict and Mary (Alfrey) Shoulderblade, Milton and Rose (Coalbear) Whiteman, John Yellowhorse; parents James Shoulderblade, Julia Yellowhorse; uncles Ralph Red Fox, Ike Bement, Edward Foote Sr., Anthony, Francis, Isaac, Thomas and Wendell Shoulderblade, Grover, Harvey, John, and Philip Sr. Whiteman, and Tony Zimora; aunts Josephine Whiteman, Edna Seminole, Fern Shoulderblade, Fannie Bement, Margaret Brady, Regina Foote, Arlene Hoffman, Eva Rowland, Thelma Two Two, Annie Bixby Shoulderblade, Gladys and Ruth Shoulderblade, Florence Whiteman, Regina Whiteman, Claudia Shoulderblade Zimora; siblings Windelyn Shoulderblade, Gloria Redneck Big Back, Beatrice Bryant, Gwendolyn Jewel Shoulderblade, Verna Wallace, Timothy James Sr., Titus Shoulderblade, Katherine Limpy, Rita Shoulderblade, brother-in-law Waldo Yellowrobe, Sr., Eugene Big Back Sr., children Tulane Shoulderblade, Waldo “Stoney” Yellowrobe Jr., Adrian Goodbear; nieces and nephews James Benedict, Ora Louise Derek, Vincynthia and Maria.
Surviving family: Norman (Clarice) Spang, Phyllis Fisher Spang, Alonzo Walker, Max Delfino Guavera, Leah (Robert), Barbara (Robert) Bement, Don “Pork Chops” (Ruthie) Shoulderblade, Wilma and Mary Shoulderblade, Marcelline Little Oldman, Shirley, Annette, and Esther Greene, Serena Brady, Leonard Wolfblack; children Cassandra (Stanley) Moore, Marie (Rod) Smart, Neil (Andrea) Marion, Shanon “Sugar Pie”, Frank, Shawn Spruce, Paul (Tamara); grandchildren Gabe, Isaac, Will, Brandon, Amanda, Brian, Cody, Dustin, Bailey, Naomi, Kohl, Tahlia, Liam, Kenesha, Keshawn, Kylene, Kayla, Klorin; nieces and nephews Contessa, Carmen, Anita, Cheryl Ann, Wallace Beartrum Jr., Windy Jr., Vanessa, Renessa, Timothy II, Scott, Julius, Anthony, Titus Jr., Isaac, Jordan, Billie Jo, Juliamay, Quinndalyn, Michael, Dalena, Eugene Jr., Oran Charles, Benno, Eugena (Kenneth), Bruce (Linda), Andrea Michelle, Janelle, Eric, Ivey, Stella, Clayton, Clifford Jr., Jonathan, Merlin, Ben, Keith, Halona, Thomas, Hadley, Starla, Clint, Renecia, Dietrich, Dyron, Talena, Tifffany, Bernadine Jr., Serena, Reanna, Austin III.
Those who remain to mourn Magoo are families of the Shoulderblade, Adams, American Horse, Bahr, Bailey, Baker, Bearchum, Bearcomesout, Beartusk, Beaverheart, Bellymule, Bement, Big Back, Big Hawk, Bigheadman, Brady, Braided Hair, Brien, Burgess, Busenitz, Charette, Chavez, Clown, Colwash, Crazymule, Curley, Demaray, Dillard, Divesbackwards, Dreamer, Duhart, Eagleman, Elkshoulder, Firecrow, Fisher, Flying, Foote, Freeman, Gallego, Glenmore, Gondora, Goodbear, Guavera, Harris, Hart, Haugen, Headswift, Hisbadhorse, Hiwalker, Hoffman, Holiday, Horn, Jackman, Killsnight, LaFranier, Limberhand, Limpy, Lira, Littlebird, Littlecoyote, Littleoldman, Long Jaw, Long Roach, Lovato, McManus, Medicine Elk, Medicine Top, Morrison, Nason, Nanez, Neiss, Onebear, Ortega, Palmer, Parker, Paul, Perez, Pine, Posey, Price, Red Fox, Redcherries, Redhat, Redneck, Risingsun, Robinson, Rondeau, Roundstone, Rowland, Runsabove, Russell, Sandcrane, Seminole, Shoulderblade, Sierra, Sioux, Small, Soldierwolf, Sooktis, Spang, Spang-Klotz, Speelman, Spotted Elk, Spotted Wolf, Standing Elk, Strange Owl, Stuart, Stump, Swank, Tallbear, Tallbull, Tallwhiteman, Taylor, Teeth, Timber, Tom, Three Fingers, Two Moons, Two Two, Vassau, Walker, Walks, Walksalong, Waters, Weaselbear, Wheeler, Whistlingelk, White, Whitecrane, Whitedirt, Whiteman, Whitewolf, Williams, Williamson, Wilson, Wolfblack, Wolfname, Wolftooth, Wood, Woodenlegs, Yellowfox, Yellowrobe, and Youngbear.
Please forgive us if your name is not mentioned, but our family is very large. Graveside Service and Interment at Shoulderblade property at Titus Ln on Tuesday, September 15, 2020 at 1:00pm. Pallbearers are: Stanley Moore, Neil Marion, Isaac Moore, Thomas Shoulderblade, Brandon Bement, and Brandon Wood,
Service Schedule
Graveside Service
1:00 PM
Tuesday September 15, 2020
Shoulderblade Family Cemetery
Lame Deer, Montana 59043
Service Schedule
Graveside Service
1:00 PM
Tuesday September 15, 2020
Shoulderblade Family Cemetery
Lame Deer, Montana 59043
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ROBERT LITTLE WOLF says
THE NORTHERN CHEYENNE CHIEF COUNCIL EXTEND THEIR CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY OF MARY MAGDALENE (MAGOO) SHOULDERBLADE AND PRAYERS FOR STRENGTH DURING THIS MOST SAD, SORROWFUL AND MOURNFUL TIME FOR THE LOSS OF A BELOVED LOVE ONE.
Diana Rose says
Oh my friend, my sister that I almost drowned with at the Flathead Lake outside of Missoula in the summer of 1968. I did not know you were in the hospital, I am so sorry, we never got to have our coffee together like we had talked about. My brothers and sister will meet you and take care of you in Heaven. I love you and already miss you.
Leah Tom says
My Sister… Such a beautiful woman who had such calmness and quietness about her. You are in pain no more and have gone to the place of our relatives who have gone before us and welcome you to their world. You will be missed. You will be missed. My love to you…
Leah Tom says
We send our thoughts and prayers to the family of Magoo and wish them strength and peace during this time. Leah and Bob Tom
Toynette Rolston says
The name Magoo Shoulderblade brought back so many memories from Ashland. Picnics, Bible School and more we shared at Laura Petter’s church, her home, The Ice Well and Crazy Head Springs. Such a long time ago and so many years have past, but a childhood friend says Rest in Peace Magoo.
cheryl sparks says
Magoo, we thank God for you. How blessed our niece(s) & nephew had you as their grandmother. All the caring, thoughtful and loving things that you have done for them means more than words can say. Our deepest sympathy and prayers goes out to your family.
Candace FLEMING says
The children of Cline and Clarice Fleming send their condolences to the family and friends of Magoo. We were part of the same faith family as the Shoulderblade family and enjoyed celebrating the Creator’s Love in many ways. Magoo, you blessed many lives and your teachings will be honored for much time to come. Janice, Candy, Walter, and Stan Fleming
Rusty Alexander says
Wilmer, Gilbert and now Magoo. We were all classmates at Lame Deer Public. I learned so much from all my classmates. I was so lucky. My condolences to all their families.
RM Xomoo'e says
Condolences to the family. Magoo was a very kind hearted person. I first met her in Albuquerque, NM, when she was working at UNM Library. She always gave me a hug. Very sad to hear of her passing. One time we ate at her place with Loretta Leone. We had a real good visit. Gonna miss her.
Brian Christenson says
I am so thankful to have known Magoo. I am one of her physicians at St. Vincent and she is such a wonderful person. She is so thoughtful and caring. I was always happy to see her as she brightened up the room. She is one of the sweetest people that I have ever met and I am a better person for having known her. I offer my deepest condolences and wish strength and peace to her family and loved ones.
Marquita Fletcher says
Gee I have so many memories of you I’m so grateful that we had the pleasure of meeting you in our life you were so kind so sweet loving caring person I have ever met what you done for family is unforgettable you will always be my family and I will never forget you an will always miss your beautiful self
Clarice Baker Big Back says
My condolences and prayers to Magoo’s family. 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
Joanne Peters Luther says
Dear Magoo, My childhood friend & good times together, I gave u your nickname Magoo! Your father Buster Dhoulderblade was an ambulance driver & my mom Sunny Peters the nurse at Lame Deer clinic. With the Lords guidance they were always ready to help the Cheyenne people. Condolences to your family, See u in heaven Magoo! Absent from the body present with the Lord!! Rejoicing for your sake !! Joanne Peters Luther
Sylvester Knows His Gun says
Memories of my buddy Magoo at Rev. Wenger’s summer youth camp outside of Ashland during the mid 60’s springs to mind, as does seeing her come into my folks’ pool hall business in Lame Deer during the summertime. It seemed she was always happy, and easy to visit with. Her brothers Windy and Tim became good buddies of mine as the years went by, but Magoo’s was the first dependable friendship from her family.
So surprised and saddened hearing of her passing. I pray to the Lord Jesus for her loved ones.
Ron Demaray and Family says
We are deeply saddened to hear of your passing. You were a good family friend and a sister to our mother Lora (Livingston) Demaray. The last couple times you visited in Billings, Alzheimers had such a grip on her that she barely recognized you. I am sure you two are rejoicing in Heaven today. You were always so kind and so full of laughter! We will pray for your family and those left behind that they will continue to hear your sweet spirit loving and encouraging them. You will be missed!
Don Deckert says
I attended Brean Academy in Elbing Ks with Magoo for 4 years during our high school years and although we never had any contact after high school I recall much laughter and good times we had as fellow classmates. I oftentimes have wondered how you were doing and what you were doing now. I am saddened to hear of your passing and look forward to seeing you again in heaven.
Shawn Spruce says
Dear Mom
As one of many starving UNM students who you took under your wing and nurtured, words cannot express my sadness but also my gratitude. You are the most selfless person I have ever known and personify the best attributes of a strong Native woman and mother. This is a beautifully written tribute to a beautiful woman and I agree – the soothing cadence of your voice is what I will miss most. I remember sitting on the porch two summers ago at Tamaya watching the sunset. I never imagined that would be the last time I would see you in this world but that peaceful, radiant evening is a memory I will always cherish. Until we meet again, lots of love and Merry Christmas!
Glenabah Martinez says
I have fond and beautiful memories of Magoo when we worked together at UNM in the Department of NAS. We had great times in the library laughing and sharing stories. I will never forget our road trip to Oklahoma. We ate sunflower seeds and drank sodas as we drove in my 1986 Toyota Truck (with no air conditioning/standard drive) from Albuquerque to Oklahoma where her daughter lived. This was on my way to Madison, Wisconsin where I was going to school. And there was the time that we drove to Jemez Pueblo for feast day on November 12 with Professors Linda Tuhiwai Smith and Graham Hinganora Smith (from New Zealand). Again, in my little Toyota with three of us in the cab (Linda, Magoo, and me) and Dr. Graham in the back. We always had fun and I will cherish my memories of her and the great times we had together. I will keep Magoo and her family in my prayers. I hope to see her in the next world.