Ora Louise (Big Back) Price, Hoo’ohta’e- “Corn Woman” was born Sept. 30, 1957 in Crow Agency, MT to Eugene (Clarice) Big Back, Sr. and Gloria Big Back (Redneck Fisher) the latter of whom preceded her in death. Maheo called her home after a sudden and unexpected illness on Sept. 15, 2013. Gone much too soon, she is survived by her husband Daryl E. Price, two children: daughter Denisha, son Daryl Eugene “Gene” Big Back-Price and her grandson Daryl E. Price II.
The State Cross Country Champ in 1975, she attended Freeman College (in SD) on full scholarship before joining the United States Air Force in 1978. Service to our country included one tour of duty in Korea before retiring at the Pentagon in 1994. Her military awards include: Meritorious Service Medal with 1 Oak Leaf Cluster (OLC), Air Force (AF) Commendation Medal- 2 OLC, AF Achievement Medal, AF Good Conduct Medal- 4 OLC, and the National Defense Medal.
After completing volunteer work teaching children she began civilian work for the United States Army where she remained in different capacities (including grief counseling families of the 9/11 victims) until her recent second retirement. She received the Department of the Army Commander Award for Civilian Service.
She was a “straight shooter” that would help anyone in need; who loved her family and her beloved Denver Broncos. She especially enjoyed spending her free time with her grandson which included doing volunteer work at his school.
Her Surviving Aunts are: Cecilia, Nancy, Bertha, Marie, Phyliss Fisher Spang and Magoo Shoulderblade; Surviving Uncle: Leonard Wolf Black; Brothers and Sisters: Eugene Jr., Eugenia (Ken) Duhart, Charles Sr. (Debra), Benno Sr. , Larry (eldest first cousin), Elisha (adopted daughter of her mother Gloria Big Back), and Starr (adopted son of Eugene Big Back Sr.).
Preceding her in death are her mother Gloria Big Back (Redneck Fisher) and her brother Harry Big Back as well as her grandparents, and several aunts, uncles, cousins, etc.
Please accept our apologies. Because our family is so large we have included the family names in place of listing the remaining individual family members: Bear Chum, BellyMules, Big Back, Big Left Hand, Black Wolf, Club Foote, Elk Shoulders, Fighting Bear, Fishers, Harris, His Bad Horse, Limberhands, Little Coyote, Little Wolf, Locher, Looks Behind, Rednecks, SandCrane, Shoulderblades, Spang, Standing Elk, Stands In Timber, White Moon, White Shield, Wolf Blacks, Yellow Robes. We do not mean to leave anyone out.
Her childhood friends include: Aline Kills On Top, Ethelene Stump and Doreen Limberhand.
We would like to thank everyone for their thoughts and prayers. You know she cared for you all
Service Schedule
Traditional Wake
5:00 PM
Friday September 20, 2013
John & Nina Bigback Residence
log house on the right by Mennonite Church
Lame Deer, MT 59043
Funeral Service
10:00 AM
Saturday September 21, 2013
John & Nina Bigback Residence
Log house on the right by the Mennonite Church
Lame Deer, MT 59043
Interment with Full Military Honors
Following Services
Saturday September 21, 2013
Redneck Family Cemetery
Birney, MT 59012
Reception
Following Graveside
Saturday September 21, 2013
John & Nina Bigback Residence
Lame Deer, MT 59043
Service Schedule
Traditional Wake
5:00 PM
Friday September 20, 2013
John & Nina Bigback Residence
log house on the right by Mennonite Church
Lame Deer, MT 59043
Funeral Service
10:00 AM
Saturday September 21, 2013
John & Nina Bigback Residence
Log house on the right by the Mennonite Church
Lame Deer, MT 59043
Interment with Full Military Honors
Following Services
Saturday September 21, 2013
Redneck Family Cemetery
Birney, MT 59012
Reception
Following Graveside
Saturday September 21, 2013
John & Nina Bigback Residence
Lame Deer, MT 59043
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William & Clarice Walksalong & Family says
Our prayers are with you and your family Uncle Eugene.
William & Clarice Walksalong & Family
Carol McKenzie says
I am deeply saddened and words cannot express my sorrow. My prayers goes out to the family. Louise was a great person and friend. Carol Tues, 17 Sept 2013
Paul & Andalee Price says
You are in our thoughts and prayers. Praying that our God will provide the entire family with comfort, peace, and strength as only He can do as you walk through this difficult season. As our late pastor used to say, “prayer is the most we can do.”
Grace to you all,
Paul & Andalee
John & Patti Walks Along says
Prayers for all the family so sorry for the lost of Louise, for all my Brothers & Sisters & Uncle Eugene Bigback.
From: John & Patti & Jade, Johnee, Andre, Seth & family, Michael.
Caydra Speed says
So sorry to hear of Louise’s passing. I worked with her at CFSC/FMWRC for many years. She loved her family, and was especially proud of her children. I will always remember her fondly, and think of her at Derby time. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. May God comfort you all during this difficult time.
Marvin Wray says
I am deeply saddened and words cannot express my sorrow. Louise was a really good and close friend to me. My prayers go out to the family.
Kathy Sansale says
I am so sorry to hear of Louise’s passing. I too worked with her at CFSC/FMWRC for many years. We often spent time together at lunch. She was so proud of her family. My thoughts and prayers are with her family, that God will provide you with the strength, peace and comfort needed to get through this difficult time.
Mary Sandborn says
It was a shock to hear of Louise’s passing and I send my sincerest condolence’s to the family. I have only fond memories of Louise and our time together. My thoughts and prayers are with the family and wish peace during this difficult time.
Veronica Sharp says
Louise was a loyal friend, wife, extremely proud mother of her 2 children and grandson, loved our country and her heritage. She personally touched my life and I too am deeply saddened. Thoughts and prayers are with the entire family and may peace on earth be with you all!
Dina Jeffers says
Very sad to learn of Louise’s passing. I worked with her during the CFSC years. She was a wonderful person; always a source of common sense and logical thinking. She taught me a lot about her heritage but was especially proud of her children and their accomplishments. I will keep the family in prayer during these difficult times.
John S. Wallace says
I will miss her smile (most of the time) and her love of the Denver Broncos. She was always the power behind the scenes that made things work in our offices at Famil & MWR Command (FMWRC) (formerly known as CFSC). I pray her spirit is at peace and that her family is proud of her and what she did. My prayers are with the her family & friends. Thank you for sharing her with us…
Tracey Wilder says
I’m so sorry to hear of Louise’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with her family. She was a wonderful person and she will be missed.
Tom Opoien says
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family of Louise. She was a good friend and consumate professional that I have known and respected going back to my start with CFSC/FMWRC/IMCOM G9 in January or 2001. We traded many professional tips and secrets and shared many personal thoughts. She was expecially proud of her family and I know they will greatly miss her. God bless you and keep you, Louise.
Ahawana Williams says
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family during this difficult time. Louise was a very good person and a good friend to all. May God continue to bless the family and comfort them. Louise will be greatly missed.
Suzanne Rogers says
I am sorry to hear of Louise’s passing. I also worked with her at CFSC/FMWRC. She and I visited the Native American exhibits held at the Pentagon and she shared her proud history with me. She was a strong representative of a wonderful culture. God bless all of her family and stay close during this sad time. Thanks for the memories, Louise.
Jacky Hingleton says
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. I had the pleasure working with Louise at FMWRC. She was such a great person. We will miss you Louise!
Suncha Hochhalter says
I am so sad to hear about Louise’s passing. Louise was a good friend and co-worker to me for many years we worked at CFSC.
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family at this difficult time.
Joanie Newhart says
Louise was a breath of fresh air at CFSC. She had a unique perspective and was a pleasure to work with. The world was a much better place with Louise in it. She will be missed. I hope her family is comforted knowing that Louise was loved and appreciated. Her family is in my thoughts and prayers……
James and Traudi Washburn says
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all of your family.
Tammy Oliver says
Louise was one of the kindest and strongest spirits I have ever known. I enjoyed working with her and appreciated her so much. My best thoughts and prayers go to her and her family; who she loved so much.
Carl & Jan Brazley says
We are praying for you and your family! We pray that God will comfort you and that the memories you made with her will sustain you.
Carl & Jan Brazley
Tammy Copus says
I am both shocked and saddened to hear of Louise’s passing. I knew her in Virginia when we both worked for FMWRC. She had a very contagious smile and I know she will be missed by so many. God bless her Family and friends during this most difficult time.
Jeannie says
To the Big Back family so sorry for the lost of your loved one. You will be in my prayers during this time of grief and sadness.
Doris Thorne says
Louise was a good friend. We worked at CFSC together. My prayers goes out to the family.
Sylvester Price & Family says
This news saddens our hearts and although Louise is gone on to Glory, she will be missed. We will continue to love her in our memories forever. Daryl our prayers go out to you and the children. May God continue to Bless you and keep you all strong in your time of sorrow.
Laura Vaglia says
I add my thoughts and prayers to Louise’s family. I was so sad to hear of her passing. I worked with her at CFSC and she really did always have a smile and was always willing to share her experience. I will miss her.
Rowena Estrada says
My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family during this difficult time. Louise will be greatly missed.
Rolando Alejandro says
I worked with Louise at CFSC/FMWRC. She is a very friendly and caring person. My prayers goes to her family. Please accept my deepest sympathy. May her soul rest in peace and let perpetual light shine upon her.
Maurice Thomas says
I am sorry to learn that Louise has joined her ancestors so soon. I worked with Louise at CFSC/FMWRC. She was a kind and considerate person. I enjoyed our friendship and will greatly miss her. I offer my condolences to her family. May God Bless you all.
Gail Rice Lovisone says
I join the many others from CFSC in extending my heartfelt condolences. It was a privilege to work with Louise…her cheerful smile and attitude was contageous. May your memories give you peace and comfort.
Rimely Strickland says
I am saddened to hear about Louise passing. I worked with her @ the Alexandria office. Our thoughts and prayers for the whole family.
Tanya Ashley says
I am deeply saddened to hear of Ora’s passing away. We met while working for the Army (CFSC) in the DC area and I was struck by her kindness and her calm demeanor. Ora always had a smile and a helping hand for everyone and was a pleasure to talk to. I pray for strength for her family and will remember her fondly.
Ann & Porter Knows His Gun says
Benni & family, Sorry for your loss. Condolences from my family to yours
Ann & Porter Knows His Gun says
Benno & family (correction)
Jennifer Sherman says
My deepest sympathies to your family during this sad time. I worked with Louise at CFSC/FMWRC and was honored to call her my friend. She and I shared many moments of laughter together as we worked side by side. She always had a smile and a willingness to get the job done no matter what effort it took. She spoke with pure love and pride of her children, heritage and her family. She will be truly missed.
Cheryl Greenfield says
I am so sorry to hear of Louise’s passing. I worked with her at CFSC, and she was a good friend and a delightful person. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family.
Mary Kay Heath says
I always enjoyed working with Louise at CFSC. She was a true professional. It was my privledge to visit the National Museum of the American Indian in Washington, D.C. with Louise when it first opened. She was so proud of her heritage and her family! Louise will be missed and my thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends.
Leedom/Rowland Family says
God Bless the Bigback/Price Families. You are in our thoughts & prayers.
J Johnson says
Dear family and friends of Ora Louise Price – please be comforted by the Bible hope of a resurrection (John 5:28, 29). In the Bible book of Genesis, we take note that God intended for mankind to live in Eden, which was a paradise where everything was “very good” (Gen 1:31) Suffering and death was not a part of God’s original purpose but was introduced through Adam’s disobedience (Romans 5:12). ). Because of Jesus’ sacrifice, hope of everlasting life was restored. We are promised that suffering and death will be eliminated (Revelation 21:4). Cherish all the happy memories of Mrs. Price and find comfort in Bible promises (John 17:3).
Jim McIntyre says
The passing of this great lady was a shock to many and she will be greatly missed. It was my pleasure to work with and joke with her on a daily basis while working with FMWRC in DC. She made working a pleasure as no matter what the conversation was she found time to talk about her family and how much she enjoyed going home at the end of the day so she could do family support. Our prayers and condolences are with you at this time of loss. Her memories will last forever. Respectfully,
Chong Cha McKinnon says
Our prayer are with you and your family> Louise was a great person and close my friend who always support me while we were working together. She will deeply missed very much.
Eleanor Bearchum Parker says
It was sad to hear of Louise passing. I haven’t seen her in years but often wondered about her. My heart goes out to her family and friends. I will always remember her smile.
Shirley Williams says
I am so saddened and shocked to find this obituary of a dear dear friend (since 1979) whom I have not seen in a long time but she was always in my heart and memory. I was hoping to contact her and ran across her obituary. My heart is hurting and I’m crying out loud for her. To all the family I am so sorry for your loss. Louise was a warm, caring, loving and loyal person.