Paul James Foote Russell, Vo’estaneh Kohe, (Human Bear) was known to many as “Pauly”, “Paul D”. “Pa Pa’s” Paul comes from a long line of Chiefs, Paul was a Chief Child. Paul was born on September 25, 1999 to Merlle Russell and Christie Foote. Paul was tragically taken on the morning of May 21, 2016 from a vehicle accident. He grew up in Lame Deer and the past two years he resided in Busby with his Aunt, Alice Russell Walksalong. He leaves behind his parents, his siblings, brothers; Kelcie, (Keshia) Russell, Colton, (Shochana) Russell, Jophyas Foote, Melvin Jr., David and Floyd Woodenthigh, Andrew , Joseph Jr., and Edward, Jr., Foote and Torren Russell, adopted brother Colven Longknife, Shiloh Whitewomen, Layton Blackwolf, and Stuart Clown, His Sisters, Ashanti, Danielle and Donica (Erlanda) Brady, Lacie, Pamela Woodenthigh, Jacqueline and Jasmine Foote, special nieces; Tanyalyn, Avery Joy (Goddaughter) Russell and Erika Arvizu-Carvajal, He attended the Northern Cheyenne Tribal School from Kindergarten through 10th grade. He started playing football and basketball in the 6th grade to present. Paul was widely known for his kind demeanor, his awesome sense of humor and his willingness to help out. Paul was very talented as an athlete, excelling on the grid iron and the Court. His football Coaches 2014-15, Riston Spang and Waylon Walksalong, 2015-2016, Marvin Vanderpool and Phillip Beckman, Basketball coaches; 2014-2015 Mike Chavez and Gernell Killsnight, 2015-2016 Terry Curley and Phillip Beckman all his Coaches throughout his school years are his hero’s. His recent basketball team who are his best friends and who took District Champs; first five; Dallen Swank, Jonathan Cody, Donald Bishop, Manipi and Elias Elkshoulder, and team; Colton Russell, Andrew Foote, Richard Smith, Robby McConnell, Tristan Old Elk, Jeffrey Elkshoulder. Paul also played with the team “Native Ballers” since the 7th grade. He enjoyed the times together and grew close to Alan and Becky Blackwolf and family. Aunts Elvira (Melvin) Woodenthigh, Melissa Tallwhiteman, Maggie Segoviano, Denise Swank, Alice (Waylon) Walksalong, Uncles Edward (Amelia) Foote, Joseph (Mary) Foote, David Swank, Lance, Charlie, and John (Faith) Russell. Maternal grandparents; Joy Whitewolf, Foote, Priscilla Robinson, Letha, Eloise and Justine Whitewolf, Isadore and Joseph,Jr. Whitewolf, and Daniel (Judith) Foote, Georgianne (Bruce) Kellum, and Kathryn Foote. He is preceded in death; his paternal Grandparents John Russell, Jr., and Glenda Brady Russell, paternal Great-grandparents Carrie (Driver) Brady and Glenn Fox of North Dakota and maternal grandparents; Arvelos Whitewolf and great grandparents Joseph and Alice Beartusk Whitewolf, Sr. Relatives include; Fishers, Brady’s, Fox, Drivers, Standsalone, Robinsons, Freeman’s, Eastmans, Wandering Medicine, StrangeOwls, Russells, Whitewolfs, Bixby’s, Pease’s, Foote’s, Tallwhiteman’s, and more family from North Dakota. Paul had a large extended family please forgive us if we left anyone out.
A traditional wake will be held at 7:00 PM at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Parish in Lame Deer. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 AM at the Busby High School Gymnasium in Busby. Graveside Services will follow in the Allison Bixby Memorial Gardens in Lame Deer. A feast will be served at the High School following the services. Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home of Forsyth is assisting the family with these arrangements and condolences may be sent to the Foote family by visiting www.stevensonandsons.com.
Service Schedule
Traditional Wake
7:00 PM
Thursday May 26, 2016
Blessed Sacrament Catholic Parish
630 Cheyenne Avenue
Lame Deer, Montana 59043
Funeral Service
11:00 AM
Friday May 27, 2016
Busby High School Gymnasium
Busby, Montana 59016
Graveside Service
Friday May 27, 2016
Allison Bixby Memorial Gardens
Lame Deer, Montana 59043
Service Schedule
Traditional Wake
7:00 PM
Thursday May 26, 2016
Blessed Sacrament Catholic Parish
630 Cheyenne Avenue
Lame Deer, Montana 59043
Funeral Service
11:00 AM
Friday May 27, 2016
Busby High School Gymnasium
Busby, Montana 59016
Graveside Service
Friday May 27, 2016
Allison Bixby Memorial Gardens
Lame Deer, Montana 59043
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Melissa Royston Whitewolf & Family says
Christie & Family, so sorry to hear about Paul’s passing. Wish I could be there with you all! Your in my prayers and thoughts. God Bless.
Diane Woodenlegs says
Christie and family, I had the privilege of teaching Paul for a few years at NCTS. He was one of my favorites. He was always very respectful to me. And I admired how he would get so excited about his years of being able to play football and basketball. He was a really good athlete, always putting in 100 % in the sports he was involved in. I used to tease him alot about girls back when he was in Elementary, he would just smile and shake his head. Such an awesome young man he grew up to be. I will remember him always. RIP PAUL!!!!
Jessica Bixby says
Christie, Aunt Joy, Kelcie, Colton, Dani, Ashanti, Merle, I am so sorry for your loss of Pauly! Such a young man, it was too soon for him to leave us. Chris I love you! My heart is sad for this tragedy and for your loss. Your all in my prayers Always!
Love, Jess and Family
Geneva Glenmore says
This young man was so awesome, always had a smile for me, very respectful person, will miss his smiling face..
Julia Maldonado says
Prayers to Christie and the rest of Pauls family and friends. Journey well Paul.
Diane Spotted Elk says
My thoughts and heart felt sympathy to the Foote & Russell family. You have been in my daily prayers and I will continue to pray for you all. May the creator comfort you in the days ahead.
Georgia Ann Burns says
Prayers for all the families. I am so sorry for your loss.
Kuannah says
He was such a very handsome young man who surely did not deserve this to happen to him, support this young mans family, he was such a good ball player and a role model, you will surely be miss Pauly J foote
We all miss you very much and we will never ever forget about you! Prayers for Ashanti and Danish family?You will always be in my heart Pauly!
M/M George Bement says
To the families our prayers are coming to you for your loss, we sure enjoyed watching Paul play basketball he sure was a good players and gave his whole heart when he was playing again so sorry for your loss and prayers to all of you
Teresa McMakin says
Pauly D…you are one of a kind…respectful, humble, and a beautiful soul. You will be missed so very much. Your smile will light up the heavens as it did on earth, I am certainly humbled to have had the opportunity to be within your presence. Today a student told me that when I would yell …”Hey Pauly D” they would hear me in class and laugh….I loved that little smile and chuckle you would give me….you have touched all our hearts….my prayers are with you and your family and friends…Thank you for having a positive impact you have given Rocco….I have always told Rocco…play like Pauly D…calm, cool and collected…..you forever will be missed…but never, never, ever forgotten…until we meet again Pauly D….fly high my boy, fly high….love you forever and ever…….
Dolores Shoulderblade says
Krisyie, Joy and kids,
I am sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time.
Tonya Moore says
I saw this on FB. I’ve never met your family or this young man however I want to pray for you. Most gracious Heavenly Father I come to you thanking you for this young mans life, thank you sharing him with his family and friends for a short time, thank you for being with him as he journeys home to your Heavenly kingdom. Lord I ask God strength
and comfort to his loved ones as they prepare to
lay his body to rest. All these things I pray in your son’s name, Jesus Christ. Amen and amen.
William E. Rowland says
Gone way before your time Pauly…may the angels watch over you …. so young…
Troy & Lor Killsontop, Sr. says
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Pauley was an awesome young man that was kind and always had a smile for me. When he and TJ were younger he would come up and play army guys. We nicked named him “Pauley bag of donuts” and he would laugh but changed it to paw paw as he got older. Our hearts are in pain, we will miss you Pauley. Our family sends their deepest condolences to your family.
Samantha Killsnight and Family says
Our Thoughts and Prayers to pauls family and friends.
Jason & Sue Fisher says
Praying for comfort…our sincere condolences to the family…it was always a pleasure watching Paul play basketball… Rest in Paradise!!
RBERT LITTLE WOLF says
ON BEHAVE OF THE CHIEFS COUNCIL, I EXTEND OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHIES, CONDOLENCES AND PRAYERS FOR STRENGTH DURING THIS MOST SORROWFUL AND GRIEVOUS OF TIME FOR THE LOST OF A LOVED ONE.
Roy & Stephanie Fisher and Family says
Condolences to the family of Paul. I was very fortunate to have coached Pauly and have him on Shytown.
John & Lisa Just says
God bless you and comfort you Christie. We’re so sorry for your loss. Our deepest sympathies and condolences.
Porter & Ann Knows His Gun says
Condolences to Pauly’s family, so sorry for your loss. Prayers to you all
Diane White and Family says
We send our deepest sympathies and prayers. May Maheo bless you with strength and comfort needed during this sad time.
Sharon W. says
My condolences to the families of Paul, such a young, talented man, heaven gained another beautiful angel, R.I.P Paul.
Meredith & Rob McConnell & Family says
Sorry for your loss, Pauly was an awesome Basketball & Football Player and a great friend to my Son and all the other youth at NCTS. He will be greatly missed by everyone. Prayers for your family for strength and comfort. God Bless. – McConnell Family
Rachel LaRance and family says
To Christie and family, my prayers and condolences to you and your family. He was an awesome player and showed not only talent but respect. We cannot explain why things happen but he is home and safe and at peace.
Mick, Jo and Breann Brady says
Jasmine and Family, No words will can take away your pain at this time. Please know we are thinking of you and are in our prayers.- Cortney Bradys Family
Julia Caroentier says
Rest easy Paul Ima miss you 🙁
I’ll see you again
And now I know you won’t be hurting anymore your in heaven where your free and no more pain
Jim&Rita Alderman & Family says
So sorry to hear about this terrible tragedy. Words can’t express the sense of loss his passing brings. Not even getting to know Paul and reading about his very outstanding demeanor adds greatly to that feeling. I know that his wonderful family will be waiting with open arms to welcome him into that wonderful place where we will all meet again. Please just know that you are not alone in your sadness and loss is shared by everyone in this entire community. Our deepest prayers and sympathy’s , love go out to all. Got bless you now and always.
Charlotte says
I want to express my deepest condolences to Pauls family..it is hard to fathom losing someone so young and getting through this at times may seem unbearable, so I’d like to share a comforting thought with you..
Chief Joseph once said..”All men were made by the same great spirit” …This one originally designed the earth to be a paradise of peace, and soon he will bring this purpose to completion. With that, He promises the end of death, pain & sorrow. This is foretold in the bible at Revelation 21:4,5. He tells us that by means of the resurrection we will see our loved ones we have lost in death and hold them in our arms once again. John 5:28,29. Be assured that our creator loves justice and will keep His promises, because He loves the people of every tribe and nation!
Again, I hope this brings a measure of comfort during this difficult time.
ABR says
Miss you bro, watch over us and don’t worry about how we’re sad, it’s just that we love you and so we miss you, a lot. We all know that you’re with maheo and that is enough to keep us strong. I grew up with you, we went to school Together SINCE SECOND GRADE and it’s a shame to know that I couldn’t have spent more time with you and I will regret that the most. I love you Pauly, long live #PAUL32
ABR says
Love you.
ajfr says
i love you brother , i always think of you all the time , you would pressure me to play hard on the court , i tried my best for you brother , i love you so much . you showed how to shoot and get big when im playing ball , i miss your crazy goofy laugh , you were always serious , you would smile when you won a game. ripp32 ball it up in heaven , watch over us brother , 1onelove
kelcie russell says
hey brother paul we had so many memories many since you were little me n colton would be mean to you but we didnt mean it we were always having fun playing with army guys and when you got older you n colton always asked me how to shoot the ball i really loved teaching both my brother how to shoot dribble box out you went way too soon ill always love you
CJR says
Hey brother, missing you like crazy, i mean it’s almost a year since you’ve been gone, each day that goes by i keep thinking about you, Its hard to live without you, you had my back and i had yours but just know ill never forget you little brother… Rest Easy bro… P32