Zethal Medicine Elk , age 56, Mom, Grandma, Sister and Auntie was born on June 20, 1967 in Crow to Molly Medicine Elk and John Medicine Elk Jr.. She died peacefully with her sisters and family by her side on Mothers Day at ST. Vincent Hospital in Billings.
She was a very loving and caring sister, mother, aunt, grandma, and friend. She loved all her family and friends very much and always willing to help anyone in need. She loved listening to music, tell stories, visit, staying home and spending time with family and friends. Zethal loved and caraed for her grandchildren. She always had a way with children, they would always get attached to her. She always had a smile and helped where she was needed, never turned anyone away that needed help.
She received her education in Lame Deer and Busby. She went to kicking horse and received her GED. Zethal worked for Bear Construction Company as security for a few years and worked for home care.
Zethal Leaves behind a daughter, Leana Little Sun and grandson, Shawn Hart; sibling (sister) Susie Medicine Elk, Sandra Medicine Elk (Russell ). Adopted (sisters) Lynda CF, Lillian Redwoman, Theresa Littlebird, Tamara Newell-Hawkins, Billie Beth Twomoons.
She is survived by: (Sisters)Judy Littlebird, Loraine Waters, Jolene Walkslast, Charlene Alden, Candace Elkshoulder, Nadine Killsnight, Marlene Redneck, Marian Spang, Kamie Bryant, Patty Sandcrane, Dolly and Ernest Little Mouth, Ranee Bearquiver, Nellie Redhat, Jennifer Gleason, Velecia Killsnight, Althea Gleason, Louis Killsnight, Samantha Killsnight, Debbie , Tana Waters; (Nephews) Juliane Killsnight; Jonathan Medicine Elk, Curtis Crazy mule, Sonny Crazy Mule, Justin Littlebird, Lloyd Littlebird, Dorek Littlebird, Desi Rollinson,Kemo Lopez, Delane Killsnight, Lenray Tallbull, Lynwood Hisbadhorse, Daniel Blackwolf, Pete Roundstone, Hubert (Veronica) Russell III, Jay Jay Gleason, Kyle (Keisha) Gleason, Florrise (Kim) Medicinebull,Andrew (Vanna) Killsnight, Thomas ( Shania) Bushman, Mike (Sheila)Gleason, Wayne Roundstone, Joseph Waters, JP Alden; (Grandchildren), Johnathan Medicine Elk Jr., Jamal Medicine Elk, Connie Medicine Elk, Michal Guavera Jr., Kyrell Guavera, Davis Guavera, Karter, Sonny C, a Special Grandson, Xander, Harper, Harmonee, and Hannah Crazymule, Wade Big Buffalo, Kayne, Oshay,Kalli, Mooly Russell, Eva Whistling Elk, Shay Whiteman, Allyson, Laylah Annamae Crazymule, Benjamin Littlesun, Safia Littlesun,( Nieces)Kyra Tall Whiteman, Mary Russell, Marie Killsnight; Cassie Bigman, Theresa Redneck, Fredon (Rex)Medicine Bull, (Aunties)Marlene Redneck, Nellie Red Hat; uncle, Roger Killsnight, Sr.;( Brothers), Mike Bryant Jr., Joseph Water Jr,Reginald Killsnight; Eric Killsnight, Lucus Killsnight, Marvin Killsnight nieces, Shannon Alden, Krystal Hill, and Leslie Alden.
Our family is large and we apologize if we have forgotten anyone.
We would like to thank the ST Vincent Hospital and Hospice Staff for taking good care of our sister, Zethal and a very special thank you to the nurse, Mandy Menges and would like to apologize if we missed anyone’s name in our time of grief.
Service Schedule
Traditional Wake
7:00 PM
Wednesday May 22, 2024
Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church
Lame Deer, Montana 59043
Funeral Service
11:00 AM
Thursday May 23, 2024
Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church
Lame Deer, Montana 59043
Service Schedule
Traditional Wake
7:00 PM
Wednesday May 22, 2024
Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church
Lame Deer, Montana 59043
Funeral Service
11:00 AM
Thursday May 23, 2024
Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church
Lame Deer, Montana 59043
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Bernadette says
Dang Z…. my heart is hurting ill nvr forget you my bday twin… we will see eachother again on the flip side… till them watch over us… love u
Julianne Spang says
Sending my deepest Condolences to Zethels family 🙏 Imma miss our long visits and good laughs… Fly high and tell GMA Molly I love her 💗
Faith Littlewolf says
Condolences to Zethel’s family.
Your gonna be missed. Fly high, woman!
✌🏼✌🏼✌🏼
Lisa Limpy-just says
God bless you to receive you into his kingdom. Condolences to Zethels loved ones.
A Friend says
Zethel, I know your Mother and especially your Daughter were overjoyed to see you. Until we meet again we will miss you. “YOU ARE HOME NOW ” Condolences family and friends
Nharris says
Condolences to the family. Praying for all her loved ones.
Ann Knows His Gun says
My Deepest Condolences & Prayers to the family.
Jolene Walkslast says
Sandra and Susie, I am so sorry for the loss of your little sister. She has left to be with her daughter, mom, brother John, and nephew. Her beloved family was so happy to see her coming and wept with tears of Joy. May she rest in peace. Sincere condolences Sisters
Althea G says
Zethal Jean,my deepest condolences to your family,fly high and have a safe final journey home,gonna miss seeing you when I come to visit…love you little sister…prayers..