Jacqueline (“Jackie”) Ann Weeks (Waciya Winya – “Woman They Depend Upon”) went to be with our Lord and Savior on March 18, 2023. She was born in 1949 to William (“Chubby”) Weeks, Jr., and Lillian (“Lily”) DeLong Weeks on April 11, 1949. She graduated from Wolf Point High School in 1967 and graduated from the University of Montana, Missoula (1972) with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology and received her Master’s degree in Community and Regional Planning from the University of North Dakota (1982).
She is survived by her sons, James Craft (Keila) and Seth Miller. Her twin daughters, Kari and Erin Miller; two adopted grandchildren, Karly Jo Strait and Kelly White; grandchildren, Stephanie Lynn Craft, Tyler (April) Craft, Edwin Craft, Elizabeth Craft, and Nicole White, her great grandchildren Tyson Earl Craft, Remi Grace, and Easton Thomas. Jackie is also survived by her siblings, Dennis (Maureen “Bobbi”) Lambert, John Weeks, David (Barbara “Barbie”) Weeks, Rita Weeks, Tom (Rebecca) Weeks, and Wayne (Debbie) Weeks, and Sister Cousins Lois and Linda Weeks; and Jackie deeply and unconditionally loved her family nieces, nephews, and cousins, whom she helped raise. She is also survived by her cousins, Winona Morris, Francis Flynn, and Wade Weeks. Special friends she has known for many years, Irene Wilkens, Leta Atkinson, Marilyn Marottek, Rae Jean Belgarde, Linda Lezard, Deb Madison, Sue Parker, Tina Magnan, Maureen Dionne, Susie Perry, Craig Smith, Walter White Tail Feather, cousin Charlie Headdress, and Kathy Greenwood. All of her other co-workers throughout her employment with the Fort Peck Tribes.
Everyone knew her as “Jackie” and she mentored numerous employees who also sought her advice and counsel. She served as the Tribal Operations Officer of the Fort Peck Assinibione & Sioux Tribes from 1992 until her retirement in 2022. Jackie began her career with the Fort Peck Tribes as a planning intern with Housing and Urban Development (then called HUD), then became the Planning and Office of Environmental Protection (OEP) Director in 1973. She worked for her Tribe for over 50 years. Often times she would work on the weekends to make certain projects and grants would be completed and be finished on time. Her dedication to improving her community and Tribe was evident in her career and is an inspiration to us all.
Jackie is preceded in death by her parents, William and Lillian Weeks, deceased siblings, Josephine Neutgens, Dorothy Balbinot, Gary Farnsworth, William Weeks, III, and Robert Weeks, niece Lori Lou, nephew Mikel Weeks, and other numerous family relatives.
Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel has been entrusted with arrangements. Condolences for the family may be left using the form below.
Service Schedule
Rosary
6:00 p.m.
Thursday March 23, 2023
Immaculate Conception Catholic Church
513 Dawson Street
Wolf Point, Montana 59201
Funeral Service
10:00 a.m.
Friday March 24, 2023
Southside School
415 4th Ave. S
Wolf Point, Montana 59201
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Tina L Magnan says
To a very special lady. May you rest in peace. You were such a fighter. You are no longer in pain.
Your an angel. Going to miss you. But we will meet again. I know that will be watching over everybody from up above. If you see my Mom. Give her a hug for me. Until we meet again, my friend enjoy paradise.
Prayers to your children, grands and all your family and many, many friends.
Lois Black says
My condolences to your family and friends, you had a heart of gold not only for your family but for the surrounding community. No matter how much pain you always had “How are you doing”.
RIP to an exceptional lady.
Pauline azure feuvray says
Jackie was a dedicated tribal employee. She raised her nephews and was a comfort to them and may she be blessed on earth and in heaven for this endeavor
God bless the family. Families are forever.
Wilfred G. Bear says
My condolences to Jackie’s family. She was the strongest woman I have ever known. She lived a lifestyle with high morals and standards. We know she worked for the Fort Peck Tribes for many years and was the most knowledgeable and helpful person concerning tribal operations. God bless each and every one of the Week’s family.
Grandma Patt Iron Cloud says
Awwww. God bless your wonderful journey into paradise dear Beautiful Jackie. God bless your family as they mourn your great loss. Thank you for serving valiantly, all the Assiniboine and Sioux People. We love you for being a great role model to families. I will miss you greatly. I love you Jackie. My heart is broken this day to lose such a phenomenal young woman and friend. 💔💔💔 Grandma Patt
Florence Garcia says
Prayers and condolences to Rita and the entire Weeks family. Jackie was like a sister to me and she was such a remarkable woman. She was intelligent, kind, always wanted a better world and had the best sense of humor. I’m glad she’s not in pain and is with her Mom and siblings. God bless you all in your time of grief.
Cissy Eagleman says
My heart & prayers go out to Miss Jackie’s families. Youuuu were one beautiful lady Miss Jackie. I am going to miss visiting with you, your Hey Miss Cis! and my Hi Miss Jackie…your smile, the last hug and I love you. I know you are now completely healed, I know you are and no more pain, no more sickness.
Journey well Miss Jackie.
Continued prayers for the days to come for your family
Donald Boyd says
R.I.P My Elderly Friend Jackie Weeks Very Nice To Visit When I Seen You And Always Had A Smile On Her Face Ready To Help Anyone With A Smile Sending My Deepest Condolences And Prayers To The Family In The Days Ahead..
Teresa Twitchell Abfalder says
Jackie, you will be missed so much. My kids could not have asked for a better grandma and great grandma. You were always there to lend a helping hand to us and always giving advice when needed. I will miss the hug I received every time I saw you. I am happy you are not in pain anymore but sad to see you go. Rest in peace. Much love!
Eric Bruguier says
RIP, Jackie was a good person who did a lot for the Fort Peck Reservation. My condolences to Weeks Family.
Jonny says
Thank you Jackie for always providing me with data, information, statistics and plain facts about our tribes when I needed to prepare. You were the best resource anyone could have. The tribe lost a great deal of knowledge when you passed but know many of us appreciated you. Travel well on that Star road home and rejoice as relatives great you and walk with you to our final home. Prayers for strength and thoughts of comfort for the families of Jackie.
Cadillac says
We had some good conversations over the years and a lot of laughs unrivaled 💎❤️ To the Fleetwood Mac
“Rumours”
Album along with Bob Seeger 🎶🕺🏻
Tim Cody says
Prayers and Condolences to all the Weeks family!! Love and Blessings from the Cody’s. May Jackie Rest in Peace and join all our relatives on the other side!! Hugs, Tim.
Dale Buckles says
Thoughts and prayers to the entire Weeks Family. Jackie was so, so special. Rest In Peace sister.
June Hanel Vogt says
To all the Weeks family, I send my sympathies.
Jackie was always a very kind and nice person. I remember how proud and supportive she was of her lil brothers when they played basketball and brought home state trophies in the 60’s. I’m sure that pride and support carried through the whole family and for her parents. She will be missed. I’m sorry she’s gone. God Bless you all!
Marcella Grey Bull says
Our sincere Condolences to dear Jackie’s family n friends..so shocked to know we lost such a beautiful lady as Jackie..what you have done for our Ft Peck tribes will never be matched..fly high with the Angels dear Jackie..we will all miss you..
Linda Nygaard says
My sincere condolences to the Weeks family. Jackie was a special person…so good, so kind, and such a brilliant mind. She was a friend of mine since high school and we have kept in touch. I will miss her, too. Blessings to Jackie as she walks on ahead, showing us the way.
Sue Parker says
To all the Week’s Family: Jackie was my mentor and taught me a lot of work values. I’ve know Jackie for many years and she was a very strong-minded individual and was not afraid to speak her thoughts. She always had a compliment for me when I would visit with her and provided resourceful guidance throughout my work history. On a personal note, she would love to joke, was very understanding, and had a beautiful laugh. She will be missed, but she is now resting in peace, healthy, and walking/talking with friends/relatives in Heaven. Journey well my friend and will see you on the other side one day. Condolences and God Bless the Week’s family.
Iva Zimmerman says
My condolences to the Weeks family, Jackie was a very special person. She will be missed. Blessings to her in her
journey beyond. I was blessed to have known her.
Roxanne T Gourneau says
Jackie, you wore many titles throughout your life and each one you held up respectfully. However , “sister” embodies everything I admire and cherish about you, in your lifetime and the rich legacy you leave to remember you by in the days to come. Our family sends condolences and prayers to the family and friends. Jackie and Rita were two peas in a pod, throughout life they remained side by side, unconditional love over a lifetime “sisters “.
Charlie Headdress says
Jackie, your earthly limitations no longer hold you down. You are freely running through the glorious gardens of heaven reunited with loved ones who have been waiting for you. Your family and the people of the Ft. Peck Tribes, who you served so faithfully for all these years will miss you. I am extremely grateful for your knowledge and guidance whenever I had trouble finding a resolution or letter, you would find it in no time. The halls of the Tribal Office seem so empty without you. Fly with the Angels Jackie. Cousin, Charlie Headdress
Mike Watson says
What a pleasure to work with and know Jackie! She was very helpful to the Assiniboine and Sioux Rural Water Supply System in its early and mid-development stages and always someone to depend on. It was a sad message received today. The best to Jackie’s family.
Ej Lambert says
RIP my friend you are truly gonna be missed You always had the answers to all of my questions throughout the years, very knowledgeable and intelligent. When I suggested you run for chairman/chairwoman which was more than once you had a way of declining then laughed me off. We lost a irreplaceable pillar of our tribe your expertise is going to missed. RIP Jackie your family will welcome you so fly fast and high ….
Darlyn Grainger says
Condolences to Jackie’s family her children, grandchildren, brothers, sisters, friends. May God Bless You all during this most difficult time. She is longer in pain. I’m so sorry for your loss.
Dana & Barbara ComesLast says
Rest in Paradise Jackie, I always remember you giving Dana good advice. Sincere condolences to your family 🙏🏼
Resa A. Laroque says
Jackie,
You are an amazing soul and I feel blessed to have been your sister-in-law. I can imagine how excited your family is having you in heaven with them. We will always remember you and keep you in our hearts, FLY HIGH and journey well!!!
Georgianna Old Elk says
Our Condolences & Prayers go out to the Weeks family. Will miss seeing her, hearing her laugh🙏🏽💔
Fred McGeshick, Jr. says
Condolences, prayers for the weeks family. I sent flowers for respect for you. Your mom loved flowers as much as you! The last time we talked was Facebook messenger and talked about why did Grandma Beaudry call for Johnny Wayne and Billy Bow? Laughed and you said it was a Wayne story. No more pain; only God’s love for eternity. You’re at rest and peace now. God bless you! Prayer 🙏
Lonnie Headdress says
Dear Jackie
Someone so special can never be forgotten.
My deepest condolences to the Weeks Family
Jim Swan says
Our prayers and condolences go out to her entire family and the whole Fort Peck Rez. There will never be another like her. Fly high Jackie!
Lisa Perry says
My deepest condolences to her family and friends. I am honored to have known Jackie Weeks. She was my best boss ever! I will never forget her and all she taught me about tribal operations and our government. RIP Jackie!
Pr.s Christine and Greg Holler-Dinsmore says
Jackie exuded integrity, professionalism and above all deep love for her community. She had a deep faith which she practiced both at church and within the community. May family and friends be strengthened by the sure knowledge that love never dies and we are all united in love at the end. Uplifting all in prayer.
Rod and Ilene Standen says
We’ve always admired Jackie’s intelligence and competence. But, there are no words to fully express the admiration we have for her persistence and courage in the face of illness. Bless you, Jackie. It was a pleasure knowing you. Our condolences to all your family.
Rose Morsette says
Rita & family, condolences and prayers for strength & comfort in these difficult times,Although we would love for them to stay longer we also know it’s better for them to be pain free, Jackie was a awesome lady ,🙏
Tracey Rider says
My lil family sends our condolences 🌹
Anita Scheetz says
Rest in peace Jackie! It was an honor to get to know you and have your help working on grants for the Library. Loads of hugs and prayers to the Weeks family.