Herman Kendall Pipe Sr., Hehaka Luta Red Elk, age 73, passed away at Miles City Veteran’s Hospital on July 20, 2016.
Herman was born on September 23, 1942 to Jack and Elaine (RedElk) Pipe. Herman was preceded in death by his son, Horace; grandson-Jeremiah, his parents and seven brothers: Jack, Myron “Buddy”, Jimmy, Richard “Dickie”, twins- Reuben and Frederick, Turbren Kendall, and sister-Lillian Rose Weinberger.
Herman grew up on the ranch in Chelsea with all his family. He was knowledgeable of his culture and was a historian and storyteller. When he was a freshman in High School, he and his family moved to Wolf Point. Herman was a talented football and basketball player, making the varsity basketball team when he was a freshman. He then moved to Poplar and played on the varsity team there before enlisting in the Air Force. He enlisted in 1960, and was discharged in October of 1963. While in the Air Force he was specially trained and received top security clearance before being deployed to the Middle East region. This specialized training and his many talents provided him with the necessary skills for many jobs: electrician, telephone lineman and installer, and construction inspector. He had his own construction company and was an accomplished carpenter. He spent most of his adult life away from home working on other Indian Reservations in Arizona, New Mexico, Colorado, Utah, Wyoming, North Dakota, South Dakota and Montana. He did this while raising a family, and instilling a strong work ethic in his children.
Herman retired as a facilities manager for the Bureau of Indian Affairs and returned home. His retirement allowed him to spend the last 3 decades of his life becoming closer to his family that remained, exploring and passing on his knowledge of family, culture, tradition, and values.
Herman enjoyed creating artwork with his hands and was always busy. Many will always remember him by some of the leather work, carvings, or some other craft work that he created for them.
Herman is survived by his wife of fifty years, Patricia Fourstar Pipe, sons: Herman Jr., Jared, and Patrick Pipe; Gene Bad Hawk, and daughter Winona Ritchie. Sister-Helen Pipe, numerous nieces, nephews, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, cousins and friends.
Service Schedule
Prayer Service
7:00 p.m.
Wednesday July 27, 2016
Clayton Stevenson Chapel
102 Custer Street
Wolf Point, Montana 59201
Service Schedule
Prayer Service
7:00 p.m.
Wednesday July 27, 2016
Clayton Stevenson Chapel
102 Custer Street
Wolf Point, Montana 59201
David and Chong Ae Boyd says
Our prayers are with all of you.
Donald Lee Boyd says
Sorry About Your Loss Mrs. Pipe Praying For Your Family….
Cissy Eagleman & Family says
You will be greatly missed Uncle Herman…
Heaven has another Angel…
Journey well…
Prayers of comfort to the family ❤️
DEBRA BEAR says
PRAYING FOR YOU AUNT PATTY AND THE WHOLE FAMILY . UNCLE HERMAN IS WITH JESUS AND ARE FATHER GOD GOING TO MISS HIM
Bob and Terry McAnally says
Bob and I are so sorry to hear of Herman’s passing. May the Creator wrap loving arms around all of his family and friends as you all go through this difficult time.
Steve PK Bushman says
Patricia so sorry for your loss!
Anita Scheetz says
Loads of thoughts and prayers for your family. I will miss him coming in to the Library.
Wayne & Evetta Two Bulls says
May the Lord bless and comfort you and your family during this time of grief. Our sincerest condolences
Wayne and Evetta
Helen Bighorn says
Herman will be missed by many. Rest in Peace and thank you for all your sacrifices.
Patricia Bird says
My father Sidney Bird told me he used to stay at his Auntie Elaine Pipe’s house now and then when he was growing up, stating what good parents Herman had. Condolences to the family, he will be missed by family and friends.
Rosella Sky Arrow says
Many prayers for the Pipe family. Sorry to hear about the lose of your husband, dad, uncle, grandfather. Herman was a good guy. He will be greatly missed by all.
Terrance Gourneau, Sr. says
One of the best men I’ve ever had the pleasure of being friends with and working with. He taught me a great deal about being a supervisor, about people and how to always be humble and respectful. Patty and family I apologize for not being able to make Herman’s services, because I’m traveling back from Wyoming. My deepest sympathy to all of you, Herman was a really good man and friend.
Dennis Scott & Family says
Prayers for all & may Herman rest in peace
Lucy Redekopp says
My sincere conductance to the family .
Darrell White Eagle says
So sorry to hear about Herman’s passing, worked many years with him when we were with BIA, in both Montana and Wyoming.