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In Memory Of

Maya Weide, Age 57, of Ashland

May 17, 1961 – September 24, 2018

Maya Lee Speelman-Weide, MaVeha “Red Spider Woman”, age 57 of Ashland, passed away peacefully on September 24, 2018. Maya was the daughter of Irvin and Nellie Speelman. Maya married Wayne Weide on June 15, 1985. Together they made their home in Ashland. Maya had two children, Irvin and Angel. Maya worked for St. Labre in Ashland for 37 years. Maya enjoyed the lake and the great outdoors. Maya also enjoyed her family time, especially her grandchildren.

Maya was a very strong-willed individual. Maya was very independent. Facing all of the challenges life gave her, Maya overcame them with grace and greatness.

Maya was preceded in death by her father, Irvin Speelman.

She is survived by her husband, Wayne; mother, Nellie; son, Irvin (Melanie); daughter, Angel; brothers, Robert, Michael (Kristi) Gilbert (Tracy), Jeffery; sister, Lynelle; 5 grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, and adopted brothers and sisters.

Service Schedule

Traditional Wake

7:00 PM

Sunday September 30, 2018

St. Labre Catholic Church

St. Labre , Montana 59003

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Funeral Service

11:00 AM

Monday October 1, 2018

St. Labre Soaring Eagle Center

St. Labre , Montana 59003

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Interment

Following the Funeral Service

Monday October 1, 2018

St. Labre Cemetery

St. Labre, Montana 59003

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Service Schedule

Traditional Wake

7:00 PM

Sunday September 30, 2018

St. Labre Catholic Church

St. Labre , Montana 59003

View map

Funeral Service

11:00 AM

Monday October 1, 2018

St. Labre Soaring Eagle Center

St. Labre , Montana 59003

View map

Interment

Following the Funeral Service

Monday October 1, 2018

St. Labre Cemetery

St. Labre, Montana 59003

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  1. Patsy Brey Houseman says

    September 25, 2018 at 10:08 am

    So sorry for the loss of Maya, may God bless all of you at this difficult time

  2. Shirley A Skinner says

    September 25, 2018 at 10:11 am

    Our thoughts and prayers are with Maya’s family. Maya had to be one of the kindest, sweetest people I have ever known. She always had a smile for everyone and that sparkle in her eyes. She will be missed by so many. Hugs and love to all of you.

  3. Andrita Harris says

    September 25, 2018 at 12:06 pm

    Weide, Speelman Family
    Sorry for your loss. Maya is not any more pain. She will be missed. RIP cousin.
    Thoughts and Prayers are with all of the FAMILY.

  4. Karol Felton says

    September 25, 2018 at 12:10 pm

    Maya was a very special woman, she will be missed. God got himself a beautiful angel and I know that she is in heaven dancing. Prayers to the family. She is at peace. Memories are a very good thing.

  5. Bert & Helen Woods says

    September 25, 2018 at 12:15 pm

    To all of Maya’s family, We are saddened by the news of Maya’s passing. She was indeed a wonderful woman. Our prayers are with you and may God comfort you with all the good memories that you have.

  6. Nikki says

    September 25, 2018 at 12:40 pm

    I will truly miss my friend. She loved her family was a good wife, mother and grandmother. I pray for your hearts as you heal through this rough time.

  7. ROBERT LITTLE WOLF says

    September 25, 2018 at 3:28 pm

    TO THE FAMILY OF MAYA WEIDE, THE NORTHERN CHEYENNE CHIEF COUNCIL EXTEND THEIR CONDOLENCES AND PRAYERS FOR STRENGTH DURING THIS MOST SAD, SORROWFUL AND MOURNFUL TIME FOR THE LOST OF A BELOVED ONE.

  8. Irvin says

    September 25, 2018 at 7:18 pm

    Mom, I love you

  9. Denice Hedges says

    September 25, 2018 at 8:08 pm

    To all of Maya’s family… Our prayers are going out to you as you go through the next difficult days. The angels will wrap their arms around you and guide you. Maya was such a perfect example of Grace, dignity, motherhood,and always held her head high! Now she is walking with the angels and smiling down on each of you. Peace be with you all.
    Bill and Denice Hedges

  10. Roger/Lisa Gaskill says

    September 25, 2018 at 8:53 pm

    We are so saddened to hear about Maya’s passing. We hope all of her family will find comfort and peace in the Lord.

  11. Michael Speelman and Family says

    September 25, 2018 at 9:01 pm

    Love You Always Sister

  12. Casey Shinkle says

    September 26, 2018 at 7:08 am

    Thinkkng of the Weide family in the coming days and the days after that. I’m so sorry for this loss. Maya was such an amazing lady and I will never forget her.

  13. Donna, James Stevenson and Family says

    September 26, 2018 at 7:34 am

    To all of Maya’s family, Maya was such a wonderful person. She will be missed but remain in our hearts along with all of the great memories. Thoughts and prayers to everyone.

  14. Cathy Fleming says

    September 26, 2018 at 8:51 am

    MAYAS SUNNY DISPOSITION WILL BE MISSED BY ALL. ÕUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU DURING THIS TIME OF LOSS. KEEP ALL THE GOOD MEMORIES IN YOUR HEARTS AND MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL.

  15. KIMBERLY SPANG says

    September 26, 2018 at 9:59 am

    TO MAYA, YOU WILL TRULY BE MISSED BY ALL….YOU WERE THE BEST SECRETARY ANYWHERE.. MY FAMILY LOVES YOU AND WE’LL MISS YOU.. I HAVE KNOWN YOU MY WHOLE ENTIRE LIFE!!!! REST EASY MY FRIEND.
    TO THE WEIDE, SPEELMAN FAMILY…GOD BLESS YOU ALL, PRAYERS AND HUGS TO YOU ALL.

  16. Deb McClaren says

    September 26, 2018 at 12:04 pm

    I’m so sorry for your loss. Heaven has gained an AWSOME Angel!!

  17. norman anderson says

    September 26, 2018 at 3:48 pm

    My sincere condolences and prayers to Maya’s families. She was a super person and a better friend. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Rest in peace.

  18. Larry & Kris Bartlett says

    September 26, 2018 at 6:40 pm

    Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you during this difficult time. Maya was thoughtful and so kind hearted. She will truly be missed me us and so many others. Sending all our love to you all.

  19. Scott Goins says

    September 26, 2018 at 6:49 pm

    Maya was one of my favorite people. Always had such a positive spirit. Truly a great soul. World is a little darker now.

  20. Betty Gion says

    September 26, 2018 at 7:03 pm

    Maya demonstrated perseverance, living life to the fullest and a respected every individual that crossed her path – let us all carry on the kindness that Maya modeled.

  21. Harry and Diana Goodwin says

    September 26, 2018 at 7:04 pm

    Hugs and prayers for all of her family and friends to find peace. Keep those memories close to your heart.

  22. irvin farr says

    September 26, 2018 at 7:43 pm

    1555 piedmont

  23. nancy says

    September 26, 2018 at 7:44 pm

    oh maya. your loss is so great to me, i have no words. irin, wayne, nellie and all, i am so ery sorry.
    nancy

  24. nancy rhoads says

    September 26, 2018 at 7:48 pm

    oh maya. your loss is so great to me, i have no words. irvin, wayne, nellie and all, i am so very sorry.
    nancy [corrected typos]

  25. Donna Wick Brien says

    September 26, 2018 at 8:19 pm

    Condolences to the family…I will miss all our talks about life and gossiping the laughs…The K-4 building won’t be the same without you……thank you for watching over my girls…Hugs

  26. Beth Farr says

    September 26, 2018 at 11:05 pm

    I pray God will ease your sorrow and give you some comfort during this difficult time. She to has left us way too soon. Maya was a light in everyone’s life that knew her.

  27. Kay McGregor says

    September 27, 2018 at 1:46 am

    Wayne, Irvin, Angel, Nellie and Speelman family,
    May God hold you in the palm of His hand during these sad and difficult days. Sending thoughts and prayers to you all. My dear friend, I will miss our visits to catch up when I come back to visit St. Labre. I have many good memories of our days working together. Rest peacefully now.

  28. Samantha Killsnight & Family says

    September 27, 2018 at 5:15 am

    Our Thoughts and Prayers to the family

  29. Mandy Kolbe says

    September 27, 2018 at 6:34 am

    I only knew Maya for a year a St. Labre but she was a memorable part of that year and I she will be missed! Love to all of her family and friends.

  30. Mish says

    September 27, 2018 at 7:10 am

    My heart hurts for you all! Know you are in my thoughts and prayers!

  31. Angel jo says

    September 27, 2018 at 7:16 am

    I love you&miss you mom I’m sorry

  32. June and Danny says

    September 27, 2018 at 7:45 am

    To all of Maya’s family, prayers for strength and peace. Remembering Maya’s beauty, kindness, her strength, her laughter… Travel well, Maya.

  33. Kristine Brophy says

    September 27, 2018 at 7:50 am

    Know that many prayers are with you all. My sincere condolences to all.

  34. Deanna Small says

    September 27, 2018 at 7:59 am

    The family of David and Deanna Small pray for all of Maya’s family we send our heart felt condolences and hugs.

  35. Chris says

    September 27, 2018 at 10:43 am

    I’m so sorry to read of Mrs. Weide’s passing. May the family have a measure of peace in this sad time. 2 Corinthians 1:3,4

  36. ELIZABETH TRESTON says

    September 27, 2018 at 10:50 am

    Spread your wings!

  37. Nancy Seidl Heideman says

    September 27, 2018 at 11:44 am

    Memories of Maya when we were kids bring me a sense of peace as I found out of her passing. Praying for all of you as you pass her over to God. 💛

  38. Cora and Randy Stennerson says

    September 27, 2018 at 11:53 am

    So sad to hear of your loss we sending prayers for you all.

  39. Marie Boothe says

    September 27, 2018 at 12:28 pm

    Words cannot console the heart. Prayers for your family. Maya was a sweet, generous, loving soul. I will miss her.

  40. George Birtič says

    September 27, 2018 at 12:40 pm

    Very sorry to hear of Maya’s passing. She was a very wonderful person. I knew her mother also, and much sympathy to Nellie, her husband, and her children and grandchildren.

  41. Sally Young says

    September 27, 2018 at 1:39 pm

    My thoughts and prayers are with you all and I truly hope you know that many share your grief.

  42. ROBERTA H ROTH says

    September 27, 2018 at 3:15 pm

    I’M SORRY TO HEAR OF MAYA’S PASSING. MAY GOD GIVE THE FAMILY COMFORD AND PEACE.

  43. F.B. & Rose Farr says

    September 27, 2018 at 8:23 pm

    It’s a time of heaviness. May God’s comfort encompass each one of you.

  44. Dolores Shoulderblade says

    September 27, 2018 at 8:55 pm

    Mya’s family,
    Our deepest and sincere condolences to you during this sad time, Maya was such a beautiful soul, with a kind heart, she will truly be missed by all who knew her. As Heavens gates opened she is greeted by God’s angels and she will dwell in God’s Paradise.

  45. Gaylene fortner says

    September 28, 2018 at 8:25 pm

    Our thoughts and prayers are with the Weide family.
    Tim and Gaylene Fotner

  46. Sue Tarter says

    September 28, 2018 at 10:08 pm

    Sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing Irvin. Peace be with you. Sue Tarter

  47. Edna morey says

    September 29, 2018 at 7:55 pm

    I am so sorry for your tremendous loss. She is with God now and will help carry all of you through the hard days ahead.

  48. Stollenwerk family says

    October 1, 2018 at 1:35 pm

    We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you at this difficult time.

  49. Christine Valentine says

    October 3, 2018 at 8:38 pm

    My sympathy to Wayne and Maya’s family, I am sad to learn of her death. She was a good person.

  50. Grandchild says

    October 4, 2018 at 1:56 pm

    Man grandma why’d God have to take you so fast?? I miss seeing you at school. It’s not the same. I miss you so much!! I love you

  51. Angel says

    December 2, 2018 at 2:46 am

    Mom I wish I could just talk to you just to hear your voice Imu

  52. Angel says

    September 13, 2020 at 10:27 am

    Miss you today mom

  53. Angel Jo says

    April 25, 2021 at 2:13 am

    I miss you so much. I love you so much i wish i could change so much that happened. Ill always aspire to have the grace you had. I love you mom and miss you.

  54. Angel Jo says

    May 19, 2024 at 4:22 am

    Love you mom

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Service Schedule

Traditional Wake

7:00 PM

Sunday September 30, 2018

St. Labre Catholic Church

St. Labre , Montana 59003

View map

Funeral Service

11:00 AM

Monday October 1, 2018

St. Labre Soaring Eagle Center

St. Labre , Montana 59003

View map

Interment

Following the Funeral Service

Monday October 1, 2018

St. Labre Cemetery

St. Labre, Montana 59003

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