Raymond Pine, Jr., Sesto to ke (Pine or Cedar), age 44, of Lame Deer, Mt. went home in very sacred way on August 12, 2018 in Birney, Mt. the sacrifice area. He told us that his father, Raymond Pine, Sr, Sundance Priest and grandfather, Daniel Pine, Hereditary Chief, Sweet Medicine Council of 44 were waiting for him at the Ma xehot aheeome, Sundance Lodge. Raymond was born on November 2, 1973, to Raymond Pine, Jr. and Pearl Three Legs at the Crow Agency Hospital. As a child, he attended the Headstart and Lame Deer School. And then, he moved to McLaughlin, South Dakota. He attended and graduated McLaughlin High School. Raymond continued his education and entered the Sitting Bull College at where he got an associated degree. He showed a strong interest in building homes and facilities, he worked for the Standing Rock Housing Authority for many years, Sioux Falls Construction Company were he fought for his rights as a Native American and competing outside the reservation. In his earlier years, he was a BIA firefighter. Raymond met the love of life, Valerie Redfish, there were blessed two children, Cheyenne Francis Pine and Raymond Pine III, whom he dearly loved each day. In 2009, his grandfather had passed on, he moved back to take care of the family home. His employment on the reservation includes Northern Cheyenne Housing Authority and Northern Cheyenne Utility Commission. He became the project foreman for Chamber of Commerce Building and project manager for the Utility Commission. He worked tirelessly until the building was completed. He helped build the tiny homes and the Utility Commission Building. Raymond was always willing to help someone who needed plumbing and home repairs. He was a very intelligent, artistic, and creative. He expressed his love through designing memorial crosses and wooden wall plaques with the morning star symbol. Raymond was a forgiving person who shared his talent and gifts to friends and family. He was able to defeat his long struggle with alcohol, he was a single parent. He was proud to be a sober father. Survivors include his soul mate, Valerie Redfish, his children, Cheyenne Francis Pine and Raymond Pine III; his mother, Pearl Three Legs of South Dakota; his sisters, Florence Pine, Elizabeth Pine both of WY. Ivory and Misty, both of South Dakota and brother, Ian Daniel Pine of WY, Marcel Taken Alive and Kevin Bear Ribs; his aunts, Anna Mae Ryan and Holda Roundstone; and his uncle, Chief Leroy Pine, Sr. Survived by brother is the Cheyenne Way: Flint, Harlan, Chey Roundstone, Vann,Jr., Paul, Quentin, and Brent Ryan, John Gustad, Seidel, Lee Davis Pine, Lyndon Blackbird, and Miko Brady; Sisters in the Cheyenne Way, Claudine Littlebird, Vanessa, Gaylene Ryan and Rochelle Roundstone.
He was preceded in death his father, Raymond Pine, Sr and uncle Perry Lee Pine, his brother, Ivan Pine, His grandparents, Daniel Pine and Florence Redneck Pine; sisters, Carolyn Roundstone and Julia Ryan; Aunts, Freda DeRockbraine and Victoria Crisp.
Service Schedule
Traditional Wake
7:00 PM
Friday August 17, 2018
Lame Deer Mennonite Church
Lame Deer, Montana 59043
Funeral Service
11:00 AM
Saturday August 18, 2018
Lame Deer Mennonite Church
Lame Deer, Montana 59043
Interment
Immediately After the Funeral Service
Saturday August 18, 2018
Alison Bixby Cemetery
Lame Deer, Montana 59043
Service Schedule
Traditional Wake
7:00 PM
Friday August 17, 2018
Lame Deer Mennonite Church
Lame Deer, Montana 59043
Funeral Service
11:00 AM
Saturday August 18, 2018
Lame Deer Mennonite Church
Lame Deer, Montana 59043
Interment
Immediately After the Funeral Service
Saturday August 18, 2018
Alison Bixby Cemetery
Lame Deer, Montana 59043
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Wilma Helper says
Condolences to Pearl and family
Troy Spang says
My condolences to the family, Ray was a good person who helped people out and worked hard . He will be missed/
Alison Black says
Rip Raymond, to my friend Jennette I’m so sry you lost the love of your of you life. Raymond will always love you and the kids.
James Jr. & Ann King says
We were deeply saddened to hear of Raymond’s passing. I worked with Raymond at Lame Deer Elementary School in 1983-84. He was always easy-going and hard-working and loved art! He will always be in my memory. Our condolences to Raymond’s children and his family…….
ROBERT LITTLE WOLF says
THE NORTHERN CHIEF COUNCIL EXTEND THEIR MOST SINCERE HEARTFELT CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY OF RAYMOND PINE, JR. AND PRAYERS FOR STRENGTH DURING THIS MOST SAD, SORROWFUL AND MOURNFUL TIME FOR THE LOST OF BELOVED LOVE ONE.
Rynalea Pena says
I’m so sorry for the lose of Raymond. He was a very humble person with a headful of knowledge!! My condolences to his co-workers especially Frank Backbone & Doris Limberhand who he had a special bond with. I pray for comfort to those in mourning his Mother & his family & to Jeanette who Raymond was very fond of. Raymond will surely be missed he made an impact on many lives!!!!
Waymon/Marina Mitchell says
We offer our sincere condolences for the loss of Raymond, he was a good man, he helped us out with home projects, he was a caring individual, all that was said about him in his obituary, we found to be true. His passing is a great loss, but he’s with his dad and many relatives now.
Terry Obago Godoy says
Prayers and smoke To my Relative as you make your journey to the spirit world. Prayers to Aunt Pearl and Family and your Children. Toksa Ake.
Lorraine Derockbraine says
R.i p. Cuz / bro u will be greatly missed by many of us u left behind watch over us like u did while i were on Earth love u n my condolences bro all t family n many friends he had.
Lorraine Derockbraine says
R.i p. Cuz / bro u will be greatly missed by many of us u left behind watch over us like u did while you were on Earth love u n my condolences bro all t family n many friends he had.
Frank, Linda & Brian Derockbraine says
Our sincere condolences to Raymond’s mom, family and friends. We cannot believe he is on his journey. He will be missed by all who knew him. He will never be forgotten, his one of a kind voice and the memories we have of him.
Harriet & Jerry says
Our sincerest condolences to Pearl, Valerie and kids. We were so sadden to hear of Ray’s passing. He has been a good friend to us, and I’m sure God needs carpenters in heaven. You will be surely missed with all your traditional lessons in life. RIP our brother and we will see you again.
Orrie & Serina says
Journey well, Ray. Orrie was hit hard, we will miss your smile and Orrie will miss you always greeting in Lakota. Prayers and Condolences, to family and loved ones, especially to Jeanette.