Steve Littlebird, Cheyenne nickname, “Tangled Yellow Hair” was born to the late Harry and Annie Joyce Littlebird on September 2,1949 in Crow Agency MT. and began his journey to the Land of the Beauty (Heaven) on June 1,2024. He came from a large family of 13 siblings, Steve graduated at St.Labre High School. He then went on to meet the love of his life Patricia “Pat” Littlebird, out of this union he had 2 children and 2 grandchildren.
He was an active member of the Native American Church; he was happy to help and pray for friends and family. He attended many sweats and peyote meetings, Steve was honored to be asked to pray at many family gatherings, Steve was a member of the Elk Horn Scrapers Society. Steve worked at the Westmore land energy, he was a tribal judge, he was a jewelry maker, Heavy Equipment Operator with the BIA Construction, Steve was an accomplished beader, and he enjoyed teaching young Cheyenne’s the art of peyote stitch. Steve was a Cheyenne Elder who spoke fluent Cheyenne, he was also known as a Cheyenne Historian, who was very honored to be called upon to do numerous Cheyenne naming ceremonies.
Steve is in proceeded in death by his daughter Denese Irene Littlebird his parents Annie Joyce and Harry Littlebird Sr., His Grandpa Ernest King, His brother Fernando Sr., Richard, his sisters Aurelia, Limona, Serena, Ginger, many loved ones welcomed him into heaven when he made his journey.
He is survived by his wife Patricia Littlebird, His son Aloysius, His pride and joy’s Mae, and James Lee, He is also survived by his siblings: Glenn (Lillian) Littlebird Sr., Angela Littlebird, Ruth Huovinen, Anna, John, and Lance Littlebird; Theresa, Orlando (Jeri) Seminole, Rexx (Fredonia)Brady, Egonn Brady; Max Hiwalker II; Ruth (Mark) Whitewolf, Stacy Bearcomesout, Victoria Elkshoulder, Tonya Russette, Alix Paz, Ernest Robinson; Clarice Walksalong; Harry Jr., (Demetria), Harry III, Randy, and Stephanie Littlebird; Leo (Berta)Conner, Anastasia(Spencer), Coltan (Maddie), Shayla, Dalton, McKade,& Heath Conner, Rosie, Kristen (Chase), Rutger, Richard (Noelle) Waters Rylie Skenadore; Iylene & Heather Littlebird, Winona (Shandon) Wallowing, Junior (Shannon) Littlebird, David Littlebird; Roland Littlebird, Eugene, Fred, Stella and Wilma Blackbear, Jennifer, Robin and Rhea Russette; Kevin and Bryan James, Jackie, Mildred and Pamela Estell, Samantha Alexander, Michael, Rusty and Danielle Limberhand, Megan and John Ridgebear; Adopted daughter; Jennifer Roundstone, Teresa Hunt, and Many, Many nieces, nephews, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Steve had an abundant circle of family and friends who were close. We apologize if we left anyone out as we have a very large family and we honor all Steve’s friends. We also would like to thank the Staff at St. Vincent’s Healthcare as well as special friends who assisted him at home, William Twomoons, Kurt Seminole, Shane Graham and Miles Tallbull.
Service Schedule
Interment
Following the Funeral Service
Monday June 10, 2024
St. Labre Cemetery
Ashland, Montana 59003
Service Schedule
Interment
Following the Funeral Service
Monday June 10, 2024
St. Labre Cemetery
Ashland, Montana 59003
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kitte (Brien) Coffin says
To Steven’s family & loved ones: I am so sorry to hear of his passing. I pray GOD will strengthen you as a family unit at this time of grief.
Bonnie Bigback says
To all the Littlebird family, these are difficult times to loose a loved one. May our Lord God comfort and strengthen each of you and give you peace.
Ataloa and Ron Burman says
Condolences and Prayers to the LittleBird Families.
Joe Fox Jr an Lucinda an Family says
To my Brother Nephew Steve to family our Condolences to all my Little Bird family Steve was well respected in the prayer circle and prayer meetings thoughout Native country always enjoyed your stories and good words journey well will see again
Barbara Bement says
Prayers for comfort and healing to Steve’s family 🙏
Tamera, Pamela and Jennifer Sooktis-Mann says
Uncle steve, you will definitely will be missed by the Sooktis-Mann family. Thank you for everything that you have done for our family. After Mom and Dad passed, you stepped up to help/support us girls with our ceremonial ways of life and family functions. Thank you for always keeping us in your thoughts and prayers. Very sad to accept and see you go, but we all know, your in a better place with family. Condolence to the Little Bird Family. From: Tamera, Jennifer, and Pamela and grandkids. (tears…)
Monica says
Prayers for our Littlebird Family. Steve always played a big role in my life. I have a memory of him Grandpa Harry Grandpa Jimmy and my dad from when I was very small drumming and singing peyote songs. He once drove all the way from Oklahoma to make it to one of our meetings. I’m sure going to miss Uncle Steve, I’m truly going to miss all the support he showed me and my sisters. Prayers for his siblings and his son and grand kids. ❤️
Janet Robideau says
Goodbye for now, my brother. I’m sorry I didn’t get to see you but I really wanted to. Say hello to our Mom. You will be greatly missed. I love you. Condolences and lots of love to the family.
Theda Foote says
My cousin, brother, you will be missed by me and my family, I’ll miss all your funny and goofy jokes and stories 😢 give get’eh and mem’eh great big hugs and kisses for me, till we meet again, love you
Michael S Speelman says
RIP Steve…
Georgia Bement says
So sorry for your loss sending prayers and hugs to all of you 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻❤️❤️❤️
Stella Seminole says
Condolences to the family of Steve. I am surely gonna miss you, and wish I could of done more. In helping you. It makes me sad to know that you are gone, and I will miss you. Your stories, the cruises, your support, your kiind words, and you. A true Cheyenne man that carried a lot of our ways and history..
Evans Emily says
My love & prayers 🩷✨️
Kerrie McFarland says
So sad to read this…what a sweet man, I will miss visiting with him.
Rayford Gray says
From your Southern Relatives:
Cousins Mary Ann and Rayford and Nieces Patricia and Theda
Rest in Peace Stevie!
Jennifer Roundstone says
Steve, journey well. Its a great pleasure to have you as my adopted father. Thank you for loving me when my family didn’t. You were a very kind and sweet man. R.I.P. I’m going to forever miss you. I’m happy we were able to visit on FB. I was able to tell you some stories I did when I lived with him and Pat. They went to miles city. Well, I stayed home. I cooked a big tbone steak and spaced it out. I ruined his favorite frying pan. Lol. He just laughed. Hahaha.
Joan WhiteCrane says
Sending condolences and love to the Little Bird family
Burl Buffalomeat says
Journey well Steve it was good to hear stories about the family last time we visited Rest In Peace
Mildred Estell says
Uncle Steve! I miss our long talks and your stories! I will always remember you and everything you taught me! You always held a special place in my heart! I love you ❤️