Robert Cleveland Bement, 39, of Ashland, MT went home to be with our Lord August 29, 2024 after a long battle with diabetes. Robert was born on March 19, 1985 to Roberta Bement and the late Larry Singer in Miles City, MT. Ho’neeho’esta (Fire Wolf) was named after his maternal great grandfather Dallas Wolfblack. Proud of his lineage of the Northern Cheyenne, Crow, Sioux and Nez Perce Nation. Born of the Big Lodge Clan and child of Big Lodge and a descendant of the Cheyenne Chief Patrick Spotted Wolf. Also known to family and friends as Munchie and Rob Doo.
Rob’s early childhood was spent with his grandparents Robert and Cecelia. His grandparents nurtured his love for dancing and traveled the pow wow circle. Rob was a gifted traditional dancer and adorned the beautiful bead work made by his grandmother and his mother. With his pow wow winnings he often invested in his pow wow regalia. Although Rob no longer danced, however he enjoyed attending local pow wows to hear the singers and watch the dancers.
Rob grew up in the Ashland area and attended school at Ashland Public School and St. Labre Indian School. While living in Salt Lake City, Utah he attended Horizonte High School. Rob also spent a year in Phoenix with his uncle Gary and family. Following high school, he lived in Billings with his mother and held numerous jobs in the retail industry. This sparked his entrepreneur spirit and an eye to see a potential hustle in anything. In his most recent years of life, Rob took up drawing, this was a release for him when dealing with his health. He often drew for friends and family. His graffiti art was unique and done free hand. His art portfolio grew rapidly, and he sold designs to local business which was a very proud moment for him.
Rob become a father March 1, 2013 to his only son, Dontay Levi. His world revolved around his son and he took pride in being a dad.
Robert is preceded in death by his father Larry Singer, grandparents Clifford Singer Jr., Clifford & Laura Singer Sr., Charles & Josephine Wolfblack, Jesse & Eldora Bement, George Bement, and Jerry D. Small, Uncles Clayton Small Jr., Keith Bement, Michael Singer, Terry Singer. His brothers Chauncey Bement, Keeshawn Scalpcane and Ozzy Wilson.
Survived by his mother Roberta, his son Dontay and Grandpa Robert Bement of his family home. Grandmother Cecelia (Tomas) Varela of Arizona. Grandparents JC(Annie) Bement, Darlene Bement-Small, Georgia Bement, Aladine Spang. Susie Tallwhiteman, Royal Wolfblack, Buster Wolfblack, Leta (Wayne) Fletcher. Adopted parents BJ (Amanda) Morning Star and Troy (Teresa) Wilson.
Brothers Cruz Singer, Dana (Renie) Singer, Clifford Singer, Justin Singer, Cashus He Does It and TC Tallbull. Sisters Megan Berkland, Rainy Fryberg, Tennae Singer, and Candace (Christian) Singer/Brien. Uncles Cleveland “Booger Red” (Iola) Bement, Jesse “Custer” Bement, Gary (Tracey) Bement, Jim (Sheri) Bement, Michael (Kathryn) Bement, Darren Singer, and Clifton Singer, Aunts Kim (Jack) Knobloch, Joni (Leric) Bement, Pattee Bement, Annette (Tiger) Scalpcane, Shawna (Ken) Cooper, Roseanna Bement, Tiffany Eagle, Clara Ann (Vincent) Whitecrane, Becky Graham, Brenda Graham, and Leah Singer.
Special cousins Brookney, Britney, Peter, Jade, Courtney, Preston, Cleveland, Magical, Ashante, and Laker. Friends who he considered his brothers Jesse and Snidley Wilson, Hance Wetsit and Chan Ziler. And Juggalo brother Eli Eagle.
Extended families Bement, Burns, Spangs, Cooper, Small, Spotted Wolf, Flying Wolfblack, Fletcher, Blackwolf, Curleys, Goodreau, Singers, Hawk, Hogan, and Costa. Our family is large we apologize if we forgot to mention any names it’s not intentional.
Special thanks to the staff at the St. Vincent hospital, the Life Flight Crew. The care team at River Ridge Rehab Center. Two special CNA friends who he met along the way, Amanda and Kristen. Thanks to Stevenson and Sons of Forsyth, The Northern Cheyenne Tribe, St. Labre and Heritage Living Center. Roberta, Rob and his son Dontay would like to thank everyone from the bottom of their hearts.
Service Schedule
Traditional Wake
7:00 PM
Wednesday September 4, 2024
St. Labre Mission
Ashland, Montana 59003
Mass of Christian Burial
11:00 AM
Thursday September 5, 2024
St. Labre Mission
Ashland, Montana 59003
Rite of Committal
Following the Funeral Service
Thursday September 5, 2024
St. Labre Cemetery
Ashland, Montana 59003
Service Schedule
Traditional Wake
7:00 PM
Wednesday September 4, 2024
St. Labre Mission
Ashland, Montana 59003
Mass of Christian Burial
11:00 AM
Thursday September 5, 2024
St. Labre Mission
Ashland, Montana 59003
Rite of Committal
Following the Funeral Service
Thursday September 5, 2024
St. Labre Cemetery
Ashland, Montana 59003
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Maggie says
I am so sorry to hear about Robbie….my condolences to you & your grandson & family .
Diana McLean says
Condolences to the family. He was such a nice guy when I talked and delt with him.
Harry and Diana Goodwin says
Roberta, we are so sorry to hear about Robby. Many prayers for you and his family to get through this. Praying for comfort. Hugs
Anonymous says
Roberta , Dontay & Grandpa Robert sincere condolences. Losing a child or close family member is heartbreaking. “We are all here on this earth for a certain amount of time ” Noone knows how or when it’s our time. Prayers for you Robert as you cross over to eternal life.
Karen Gaskill says
My heartfelt sympathy to you, Roberta, and to all of your family. It is so hard to lose a loved on, but believe he is in God’s hands and live your life to assure you will meet him there one day. You gave him a good, loving life!
Sandy Quick says
My condolences to Robert’s family. RIP