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Russell “Gus” James Youpee – Our precious dad, papa, brother and uncle went home to be with Jesus on February 8, 2017 at Poplar Hospital. Russell was known by everyone as “Gus”. He was born on June 24, 1961 to Jeanette Cloud Youpee and Lester “Jim” Youpee in Poplar, MT.
Russell attended Brockton Schools and Brockton High School until the 12th grade.
In 1980 he meet Noreen Lone Bear and from this union a daughter – Heather Youpee was born in 1982. His daughter was his pride and joy and his only child.
During his younger years, he was a security guard for the local pow-wows. Russell also worked various jobs, he was a seasonal firefighter, worked as a bar tender at Hey John Bar in Brockton, MT and the Log Cabin Bar in Poplar. He also worked for A & S Industries for several years.
Gus was an avid basketball player, pool player and dart player. He played in many basketball, pool and dart tournaments. His favorite was basketball and became an outstanding player, winning various trophy’s such as MVP trophy, sportsmanship trophy and many championship trophies.
When he was not playing basketball, you could find him playing pool, bingo, keno, poker machines or sitting at home rolling dice.
Russell was very proud of his grand-daughter MiKaila Youpee who was only an 8th grader but was playing on the Brockton High School girls’ basketball team. He was looking forward to attending her games this year, but became ill and was not able to do so.
Russell “Gus” will be remembered as a loving father, papa, brother and uncle. He loved all his six grandchildren and they all loved their papa dearly.
Russell is survived by his daughter Heather Youpee of Brockton, MT and grandchildren, MiKaila, Blair, Claire, Azalea, Chanel and Chisen all of Brockton and Gerra St. Germaine of Poplar.
Sisters; Sharon Red Thunder, Kate Youpee, Millie (Marion) Runs Through and Jeanette Youpee III of Poplar, MT. Jamie Youpee of Brockton, MT, a sister-in-law Lou Fire Cloud of Poplar, MT.
Brothers; Robert “Bob” Youpee of Brockton, MT and Sheldon (Ilenda) Youpee of Poplar, MT. A special niece Millie Runs Through II whom he called his “bag”.
Uncle – Lloyd Youpee of Poplar. Adopted son – Jeremiah Crow Boy-St. Germaine.
Adopted brothers; Jr. Draszt and Wayne Webster. Adopted sisters; Marva Chapman, Toni (Dewey) Johnson and Brenda Bauer.
Nieces; Debi, Valerie, Jodie, Machelle and Waynette Boyd of Poplar, MT and Sharon Boyd Kidman of Albuquerque, NM. Colleen and Grace Devereaux, Johnnie, Jamie Red Thunder, Angeline Red Thunder, Valerie Youpee, Karen, Sophie, Edith Youpee, Windy Howard, Millie Runs Through II and Maria Youpee all of Poplar, MT and Summer Beauchman Brockton, MT.
Nephews; Wayne Jr, of Kingston, WA, Samson Boyd of Nashville, TN, Kevin Devereaux, Calvin Red Thunder, Jr., Robert Youpee, Jr. of Poplar, MT, Raymond Track III, Ira (Olivia) Track, Shilo Four Bear and Les Long Hair of Brockton, MT, Marion Runs Through, Jr., Sean Youpee and Jim Youpee of Poplar, MT and Kelly Beauchman, Brockton, MT.
Extended family are the Little Heads, Red Boys, Youngs, Black Dogs, Montclairs, Youpee’s, Ricker’s, Campbells, LeMays and Rattling Thunders.
Gus had such a large extended family, we are sorry if we forgot anyone.
He was proceeded in death by his parents, Lester “Jim” Youpee and Jeanette Cloud Youpee. Paternal grandparents, Joe and Helen Brushhorn; maternal grandparents Moses and Rebecca Cloud. Sisters Doll Mae (Dolly Boyd), Linda Hotomanie and Delores Red Boy. Brothers; “Big Son” Lester Youpee, Jr., Joseph Youpee, Gary Youpee and Tommy Youpee. Nephews; Joseph Boyd, Kenny Devereaux, John Red Thunder, Jr., Rocky “Rocko” Clark and J’me Red Eagle. Nieces; Denise Conklin, Denise Red Thunder, Dani Jo Youpee and Tiffany Youpee. Uncles; Orville Cloud, Willilam “Bill” Youpee, Leroy Youpee, Louie Youpee and Matthew Black Dog, Sr. Aunts; Edith, Helen, Lizzie, Bessie, Ruby, Effie and Delma.
A wake will be held on Tuesday, February 14, 2017 – 7:00 PM at the Poplar Cultural Center. Funeral services will be Wednesday, February 15, 2017 – 1:00 PM at the Poplar Cultural Center. Rev. Wayne Boyd, Jr. officiating.
Service Schedule
Funeral Service
1:00 p.m.
Wednesday February 15, 2017
Poplar Cultural Center
Poplar, Montana 59255
Service Schedule
Funeral Service
1:00 p.m.
Wednesday February 15, 2017
Poplar Cultural Center
Poplar, Montana 59255
Cissy Eagleman, Chasidy & Aroyal says
Journey well Russell. No more sickness…you’re free now.
Prayers of comfort for Russell’s family.
Richard White Owl III says
Journey well uncle Russ.
Laurie Shafer says
Oh my friend I am going to miss seeing your smiling face and giving you hugs. Shoot some pool games with momma in heaven. Fly high Gus, gone but never forgotten.
Joel & Marcella Grey Bull says
Journey well and happy trails to you cuz…You’re a bro always…Love n Prayers to all your family..
David and Chong Ae Boyd says
Our prayers are with all of you
Frank clampitt says
Sorry for your loss. Russell and I were grandpas together. I’ll always remember the chats we had
BLOSSOM LONGEE says
SO SORRY TO HEAR OF RUSSELL’S PASSING. MY PRAYERS TO THE FAMILY. HE WAS A WONDERFUL MAN WHO WOULD ALWAYS SHAKE MY HAND AND SMILE WHEN HE WOULD SEE ME. RIP MY FRIEND. I WILL MISS SEEING YOU AROUND TOWN AND THE CLINIC.
Shari Daniels and family says
My sincere condolences to your family during this time. Playing the big game in the sky. Rest easy my friend.
Shari n family
Spike Bighorn says
So sorry to hear of Russell’s passing. We had a great time growing up in Brockton, and I fondly remember the high school and independent basketball teams we played on together.
Susan Hanson says
I am so sorry to hear of Russell’s passing. He was one of my students the first year I taught in Brockton. He was in my “typing” class down in the basement of the OLD high school. I have many fond memories of Russell in school and on the basketball court. My condolences and sincere sympathy to his family.
Darlyn Grainger says
Condolences to the family. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Rosella Sky Arrow and James Wilson says
Many blessing for the family of Russell Youpee. So sorry for your loss.
Freedom Crawford says
Gonna miss you uncle journey well
Patt Iron Cloud says
I love you Dekshi…Patsy…. ” Families Are Forever” We will all be together before long.
Maryann Wetsit says
Prayers to the family.. RIP Gus… your no longer in pain … playing Darts up there with all the Angels ✝️? Going to miss you… Dolly Burger Special….team …Prayers from Maryann and Dolly Stark..
Curley Youpee says
The children of aunt Jenet and uncle Jimmy have always presented a strong concern for the rights and feelings of others……Russell was no exception. Last month while having a long wait at the clinic, a nurse came out to attend to Russell which resulted into some disagreement. While the nurse was leaving, Russell followed with a loud “when you gonna see my cousin, he’s been here before me”. He then shared a big grin for getting the last word in.
While your pain is now gone and your body is put to rest, we thank you for sharing with us.
Farewell Russell, Doksa, ake waunkte.
Billie says
Sorry to hear of your passing Gus Gus I’m going to miss those small chats at the clinic and seeing that big smile of yours. Peaceful resting my friend.