Seward (Jon) Martin Hollowbreast, son, father, brother, uncle and grandfather passed on peacefully in his sleep to the Other Cheyenne Camp on Tuesday, February 21, 2023 in Phoenix, Arizona. He was born in Crow Agency, Montana on February 20, 1951 to Jack Hollowbreast and Alice Esther Two Bulls.
Jon spent his childhood growing up in Ashland, Montana along the banks of the Mighty Tongue River. He graduated from St. Labre Indian School and also spent time at the Cheyenne Home. After graduation he attended school at Brigham Young University in Utah. After his time at BYU Jon enlisted in the Marine Corps. After being discharged from the military he was stationed at Camp LeJeune, South Carolina. He then migrated to Arizona for additional schooling and spent many years there. Jon spent his career at the Indian Health Service Hospital in Phoenix as an HVAC technician and in maintenance. He retired after over 40 years of service at PIMC-IHS.
Jon coached Pop Warner football and basketball for his daughters and son Shaun. Jon loved basketball, volleyball and football in general but he did cheer for the Phoenix Suns. Jon excelled as an athlete in high school at St. Labre and his love of sports and fitness continued into late in life. He loved a good “pick up” street ball game, volleyball and running. He was always on the go. He also spent a special time on his home reservation in Lame Deer, Montana when his oldest son Robbie participated in his first sun dance ceremony and was one of his “runners”.
Jon was preceded in death by his mother and father, siblings Clement Two Bulls, Orville Two Bulls, Richard Hollowbreast, Ilo Hollowbreast Wandering Medicine, Diane Hayes, and Candace Hayes.
Jon is survived by his children Robbie James Gondara (Dr. Brookney Gondara), Sylver Lynn Tuimaseve (Elu Tuimaseve), Toni Nicole Tenorio, Kenzie Rae Coochywytewa, Shaun Jon Hollowbreast (Raven Hollowbreast), Joni Babe Naputi (Mike Naputi), Monique Inez Tenorio, Hannah Marie Lomahquahu, Tinell Enos, Michael Billy, Timothy Billy, David Bartlett, David Phillips and Renee Allison. Grandchildren Destinee Rose Gondara (Taylor Merchant), Zoe Skye Reagan (Jacob Wirt), Bobbi Jo LeFevre (Nick LeFevre), Aqua Jewel Martin, Lavender Rose Lacy, Tafea Tapeni Ameperosa, Jr., Eoni Tenorio Mendiola, Dante Jon Hollowbreast, Ezekiel James Hollowbreast, Michael Kalei Kaumaka Naputi, Jr., Vivenne Olivia Elekapeka Naputi, Jeremiah Tsosie, Kennedy Martin Viau, and Cadence Emily Sneed. And, great-granchildren Adriana Jade Martin Espinoza, Geo’Vanni Fa’anoi Vaifale, Aa’nya Rose Brack, Lupen LeFevre, Saylor LeFevre, and Leo LeFevre. Brother-in-law Mark Wandering Medicine and all extended family Two Bulls, Strange Owls, White Dirts, Rednecks, Whitemans, Fishers, Russells, Twins, Bites, Yellow Foxes, and Yellow Eyes.
We have a large family and many close friends and we apologize if we have forgotten anyone.
Service Schedule
Interment
Following the Funeral Service
Wednesday March 1, 2023
St. Labre Cemetery
Ashland, Montana 59003
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Barbara Bement says
Sending love and prayers to all of Jon’s children and grandchildren.. he was a very special person who was always smiling and helped family when asked.. until we meet again my brother say hello to Ike n the family 🙏
Reida says
uncle jon the most memorable time
i recall was of you and barry running the court in PHX at the park lol barry asked for gatorade little did i know he wanted it from the machine but i took his truck and drove it to the store lol i was in trouble!! you just laughed but you got your drinks! we would be there for hours idk how you kept up lol
but you always was there for family when they came down to visit as well, thank you.
Joyce Lomaquahu-Yazzie says
Sending healing prayers to the children, grandchildren and great grandchildren and other family members of Jon, he was married to my sister Julia at the time of her death. I thank him for the time spent with us while he was with my sister and his many crazy stories. Rest peacefully in the dwelling of the creator.
Lynn says
Uncle Jon, you were always there for us. I have so many, many great memories of laughter, playing basketball, hiking, camping, beaches, fishing & swimming. You were stubborn, but always had a great sense of humor. We camped in the White Mtn Apaches and you refused to take a jacket. I had to give you my hoodie. My brothers and I always loved to play basketball with you & your teams in AZ. Now, you are playing ball with Barry and saying “where did the ball go?” I grew up hearing stories of you, mom and Uncle Ike. Now, my kids and I have awesome stories to share. I am happy to know you are with family and in peace. Thank you for always being there for me and the kids. You are forever in our hearts and memories. It is never goodbye, but “see you later”. Love you. *Hugs*