On December 16, 2001, Weston James Small (Wi’ Cah’ pi Waci’ Hoksila – Dances to the Stars), entered this world in Pine Ridge, SD to David Small and Deanna Harris. Even as a baby Weston carried a calmness and humbleness about him that he carried with him throughout his entire life.
Weston “Sonny” James attended various schools throughout his Elementary, Middle School, and High School years. He was one of two students to be promoted from 8th grade at Birney Day School. He played basketball and football growing up, always playing just for the love of the sport/game. Weston was an avid outdoorsman who loved fishing, hunting, just cruising the backroads, and enjoying the peacefulness that nature brought. He also had a love for animals, owning cats, dogs, and Shetlands. The patience that Weston had in life showed through the love and care he had for his animals. Weston was a very kind, humble, simple man; never wanting or asking for a lot. You would never know until after meeting and getting to know him how much he loved to laugh and make people smile. There was never a dull moment being around Wes, especially with his quirky comebacks and always having a funny movie reference quote. Weston had a very close bond with all his siblings. If you were to see him out in public it was almost certain he would be with one or more of his siblings. Although he didn’t have children of his own, he had a special connection and love with each one of his nieces and nephews, as if they were his own children. Weston loved both of his parents so much, the relationship he had with each of them was unwavering and timeless. He had his sights set high on bettering his life for his family and himself. He recently applied for and was accepted into the auto mechanics program in Anaconda and was set to leave in October. Weston was carving a path to a better future for himself.
Weston is proceeded in death by his Unci Grace Little Crow, whom he was very close to; his grandfather’s Bryan Harris Jr, Clinton Small, & Davey Archambeau III. His uncle Larry Red Cloud. His cousins Tyrel Fraser, Lola Pickett, Clinton Ross Jr, & Ashton Redcloud. His special friend Saul Blackweasel.
Weston is survived by his parents David Small & Deanna Harris; his paternal grandmother Jacklyn Bighorn-Small; his siblings Dave T. Spang, Andrea Spang, Maria Harris, Mario Harris, Bryan Harris III, McKenzie Archambeau, Tyler Small & Dallie Tye Archambeau; his nieces and nephews Gracelyn, Davey, Silas, Arabella, Reigan, Aria, Oakley, Handsome, Kashmere & Gracie Ann. Maternal aunts Brenda Harris, Kimberly Littlehawk, Sharon Haugen, Lucy Simpson, Zona Whitewoman, Simone Littlehawk & Verlene Fox. Maternal uncle Roger Yellowboy. Paternal aunts Maebelle Archambeau, Davetta Archambeau, Bonnie Archambeau, Sheryl Lawrence, Sharon Small & Shelly Small. Paternal uncle Robert Simpson. Also numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, and adopted family, especially his VOA family, uncle Rudy Escimilla Ten fingers, aunt Reba Goodlow, The Cante Teza Star Nation (Land of the Strong Hearts) Family, and BJ Peterson & Family.
Weston comes from a very large family, including The Smalls, The Harris’, The Haugens, The Curleys, The Wolfblacks, The Kinzels, The Briens, The Tallwhitemans, The Little Crows, The Bighorns, The Weinbergers, The Archambeaus, The Atkinsons, The Andersons, The Whitewomans, The Littlehawks, The Dullknifes & The Simpsons. Please forgive us in our time of mourning if we forgot to mention anyone.
A special thank you to Ashley Lawrence & Aaron Shane, Adam Zimmer, Miles Dennis, Taylor Dennis, Annie Wilson and the Ashland Search & Rescue for helping bring Weston back to his family. Also thank you to Jeremy Hiwalker, Pascal Shoulderblade, Bryce Lonewolf, Uncle Robert Simpson and the Bull Creek Singers.
Service Schedule
Interment
Following the Funeral Service
Saturday August 24, 2024
Small Family Cemetery
Birney, Montana 59012
Service Schedule
Interment
Following the Funeral Service
Saturday August 24, 2024
Small Family Cemetery
Birney, Montana 59012
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kitte (Brien) Coffin says
Praying for all family.
Bert & Helen Woods says
David, DeeDee, and Family
So sorry for your loss. Saying prayers.
John &Lisa Just says
We are so sorry for your loss. God bless and comfort you.
Virginia Little Crow says
Sending love and condolences to auntie DeeDee and the family during this time.
Teena Brien says
David, DeeDee and family my heart is breaking 💔 I am so very sorry 😞 The tragic loss of a child is like none other. I pray for comfort 🙏 and strength and eventual healing for you, as you find your way through this unimaginable pain and loss. My Condolences to the many family and friends that were blessed to have known Weston, even though the time was too short.
Love and Hugs,
Teena Brien and family
Jolene Walkslast says
I am so sorry for your sudden loss of a much loved Weston. Sincere condolences
Donna & Steven Brien says
Condolences to the the family prayers and hugs
Susan Schulte Erlenbusch says
DeeDee, my heart is with you. You will always have a special place in my heart.
Teacher from St. Labre
Barbara Bement says
I’m so sorry for your loss.. may the love and prayers give you comfort and healing
Jay & Carla Johnson says
Praying for the family for strength in the loss of a loved one! Rest in peace and God bless!
Carrie says
My condolences to you all. An unimaginable loss. My heart hurts for each of you. Sending prayers….
Susan Stabelfeldt says
David
I was so saddened hearing the news about Weston. Please know I will keep you close to my heart and thoughts.
Susan
Meadow Bighorn says
I love you Btother (cuz-in)!! I’m praying for you and I love you and Dee and all the kiddos!
DorothySeminole says
Sending my condolences to your families and prayers, I’m sorry for the loss of your baby, I don’t know how you must feel, but I will keep you all in my prayers.
Kevin Donnelly says
Saddens me to hear of the loss of young ones. I didn’t know him but he sounds like he was going down the right path with plans for school and all. May God be with him and your family.