Iris Ann Greybull “Wik muk hey Wakan O la Wan” Rainbow Medicine Song Woman, was born March 18, 1950 to Mary Red feather and Arthur Greybull, Sr. in Poplar, Montana.
Wik muk hey Wakan O la Wan, began her last ceremony to cross over to her homeland on March 24, 2015 at her home in Poplar.
Iris had attended schools in both Poplar and Lodge Pole, Montana. She graduated from Poplar in 1968. She then furthered her education thus becoming a dental assistant.
She met Robert Daniels, they then married and from this union came two children, Shari Lynn and Robert (Cindy) Alvin Daniels. They later divorced yet remained friends.
The path she began, the Red Road led her to enriching not only her own life, but the lives of others, emotionally, spiritually and physically. She continually supported all those who chose to walk this way of life. Making numerous lifelong friends in her journey’s (known to as “Tumbleweed”).
Iris was firm, strong willed, knowledgeable, yet compassionate and sympathetic toward anyone who she met on this sacred path. Always giving and sharing be it spiritually or emotionally; intuitively knowing the needs of those she encountered. Always reminding those to take their own power and walk with it. Her connection with music and the Creator led her to be a very powerful singer that touched many hearts and spirits.
She was a fire starter in anything that touched her heart. Helping with volunteer work that she felt would benefit all, not only her own, but all people. Always helping prpare and going to sweat to pray for everyone and everything. She enjoyed spending that time with her sweat hog friends.
Iris had a fierce love for her grandchildren, Calvin, Cayana (Shari), Honey and Caden (Bob & Cindy), spending many precious moments at Pow-Wows, Round Dances and family events, acquiring as much leftovers as possible, fully prepared with her own personal wa tetcha bag.
In her last days she enjoyed listening to music, eating what she wanted (bacon), spending time with friends and loved ones and eating some more.
She is survived by her children; Shari, Bob (Cindy) Daniels; brother Arthur Greybull; niece and nephew Arthur and Ashley; many extended relatives in North and South Dakota and Montana. She also had her Sundance sisters whom she held near and dear to her heart and honored; Saddie Mann, Caroline Cuny, Connie (Fox) Twins, Yvette Young Bear, Beckki Night, Raqiba Rybicki Luchau and Nona Longknife.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Alan, Gary, Neal Drum, Ethel Iron Road, Bill and Verna Greybull and Gladys Two Horses.
Evetta Two Bulls and family says
Shari and family,
We were saddened to hear the news of passing of your mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
With deepest sympathy,
Wayne and Evetta Two Bulls
Rose &john Morsette says
Condolences to Her children Shari & Robert jr,& grandchildren,may creator give you strength to get through this, Rose,John & Family
Traci LeVay Holt says
So sorry for the loss of Iris. She was a great lady. She was always a community support and it was always nice to see her beautiful smile. Condolences to the family of Iris I know she will be missed.
clarice says
Deepest sympathies as grandma makes her journey to be with mom and all the other relatives in heaven. I’m glad she got to spend time with us for moms memorial….the next few days are gonna b the hardest aunty….me and Ethel can’t make it but other brother/sisters are coming…..luv and prayers
Frank DeMarrias says
Shari, All I can say to you at this moment is to be strong and do what your mom wanted for her funeral, honor her last request, seems like a bunch of us lost our moms this year, I know how hard it is, and it gets worse when you need her, I pray that you will be strong for her and your brother too so sorry for your loss, in time the Grandfathers will take us all back in their arms and we will see our moms again. later, Frank D.
Del First says
I will surely miss my good friend and Hunka sister! I am so glad I got to visit her before she went back, I will surely miss her and remember her singing I have her on tape singing and will cherish listening to her and tell young people I knew that woman and she had a beautiful heart!
David E. Boyd Sr. says
Sorry to hear about Iris passing, our prayers are with you all.
midge clancy says
I and Iris worked together for the last 5 years with Sisseton and Wahpeton Sioux Council. She always backed me in any disagreements that came up. I will miss my friend, its hard to say good by. I will remember the good times and trips we took.
Georgia Fox says
iris was down to earth and our father gave her another name,,, “Walks Far Woman” when she would come to Mandaree… Iris always got a kick out of our dad. She always laughed and enjoyed herself no matter where she went.
Ruthie Owa says
Shari, my sincere condolences to you and your family. I will always remember your Mother in my heart. There were so many shared memories and lots of songs and laughter. I will miss her.