On March 19, 2023, Togo passed away after battling health conditions for several months, while being cared for by his elder brother Meade Lizotte in Wolf Point Montana at the age of 60
Togo Lizotte was born in Poplar Montana on March 16, 1963. He was the fourth child and the baby son of Lucy Jane and Alfred Lizotte, Sr.
Togo was beyond rich with family and friends that he was devoted to and held dear to his heart throughout his lifetime. In his early years of schooling both he and his older brother spent their time attending Indian Boarding schools across the nation until they returned to their hometown Poplar Montana to complete their high school years at Poplar High School.
Togo was a “Hunkpapa” enrolled member of the great Sioux Nation and learned in his culture and traditions. Many were unaware that he spoke his language fluently with the old dialect as taught to him by elder members of his family and friends that shared the same pride of being Hunkpapa. He lived his life in a manner that was humble without the trappings of material wealth and a time clock. Time and effort were his offerings to the world, and he gave generously to all who needed a helping hand, an uplifting word or someone to help chase away the loneliness that sometimes rested in the hearts of others.
The greatest love of his life was his mother Lucy Jane, whom he openly gave his respect and love to unconditionally, and she in return devoted her life to being her son’s mother till her last breath. Lucy Jane was revered as being one of the best bread makers, and this is how she provided for her children, and right alongside her during early mornings you would find her sons beside her preparing the bread to be cooked for the day, along with a humble meal to feed their little family.
One of the best times the brothers shared with each other was watching TV together, they became so animated and laughed over every little detail in the show. Many things pass through siblings but for this little group it was just being together enjoying a normal event in life such as eating, teasing, watching TV, or cruising, it was their way of telling each other they were loved.
James “Togo” was preceded in death by his parents Alfred P. Lizotte Sr., Lucy Jane Iron Thunder, brother Alfred Lizotte Jr., niece Amber Buckles, and numerous Aunts, Uncles, and cousins.
James “Togo” is survived by his brothers Meade Lizotte, Terrance Dolzelick, niece LaFaye Lizotte, Terise Dolzelick, nephews Joseph Dolzelick, Terrance Dolzelick, Jordan Lizotte, and grandson Kashtin Lizotte, and numerous Maternal and Paternal Cousins.
A viewing will be held on Thursday, March 30, 2023 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m at the Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel in Poplar. Cremation will follow the viewing.
Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel has been entrusted with the arrangements and condolences for the family may be left by using the form below.
Service Schedule
Viewing
4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Thursday March 30, 2023
Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel
Poplar, Montana 59255
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James Bighorn says
Condolences to the family.
Cheryle Whitehawkjordan says
Hey my boo u travel safe and ill always hold u dear luke u always said when u would see me” thats my love” ill miss seeing u and chatting with u but i know i will see u again you fly high miss u
Kent S Moran says
Condolences to Meade, T.D., and the rest of the family. Togo was my classmate. We played ball together. I’m gonna look for you in all your old haunts. Till we meet again
Sophina Youpee says
U will b missed by all who knew u Togo, my condolences to his family
Sherry longtree and Robert s.Eder says
We will miss you brother when we talked and hustle all day and sorry your family will miss you 😔 love always from Sherry longtree & Robert S Eder go be happy now your free 💙
Traci LeVay-Holt says
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Togo was a special soul. Travel well Cousin and I will see you again soon.
Karl D Eder says
Our condolences to Lil Togo’s family. We were saddened to hear of his passing. Fly high my friend, you’re free as the eagles soaring in the heavens above. Your friends Karl and Dustin Eder.
Gina says
Prayers for all, we all will miss you Togo.
My dear cousin I’ll always keep you in my ❤️ & whenever I hear Roy Clark – “Where Are You Tonight” 🤧 🥲 I’ll think of you w/ a chuckle.
Why did you leave me here all alone?
I searched the world over and I thought I’d found true love.
But you met another and PTHHP! you was gone
Frank DeMarrias says
Togo was my friend for a very long time and when I got my pool table he would come over and visit and shoot pool all afternoon. Little did they know he was educated and a computer whiz a computer technician he was. Heck we teased so much playing pool and we would laugh like crazy when we got scored on by each other. Fly high BROTHER no one can stop you now. Check in once in a while in my dreams we can still talk. Gonna miss you BRO.
Rose Morsette says
Condolences to the family,
Elenjo Strom Schaff says
Sincere Condolences to the family! The last time I saw you boys was when you were very young. Lucy Jane was my 1st Cousin and she stayed with my parents (Lloyd and Ethel (Ironthunder) Strom) many times. Loss is always difficult for those left behind, but loving memories continue and help us go on! Love to all.
Brad Tande says
My sincere condolences to the family…
Cissy Eagleman says
Hey Togo, I know you’ll journey well after all your “see you laters”. Thank you Thank you Thank you, for all the smiles, hellos and even waiting on me to bring you your candy bars and just the joking around with you. YOU will be missed. You were a special kind of person, my friend. Until we all meet again…God Bless you always, you were always in my prayers, you will always stay in my prayers.
Colleen ferguson says
Prayers & Condolences 😇🙏❤️🌹 2 the family Togo was A good friend of ours he is gonna be greatly missed fly high brother. Tell everyone hi👋 & we miss & love 💕😘❤️🌹 you all. Sinbad, Colleen & Ralph Renz
Richard White Owl III says
My sincere condolences to the Family.
Louella Douglas-Contreras says
My sincere condolences to my relatives, the Lizotte family. Prayers for your journey. Tell Lucy Jane I love and miss her, I know she is happy to see you. Rest well Togo.
Melvin Scott says
Rest in peace buddy. Was a pleasure to play pool and know you. Condolences to the family.
Miles A.Lilley says
Togo, it’s so sad to hear of your passing. We spent a lot of time together, Bobby you and I. I appreciate everything you did for me and all the funny moments we had together. You were a one of a kind. It’s gonna be sad not to stop and BS you. Fly High my friend, until that glorious day when we all meet again.
Warren L Crowe says
Thoughts and prayers to all of Togo’s family and friends.
Your cousin Gina says
Miss you ToGo! Whenever I came into town i always looked forward to seeing you sitting on your corner so we could catch up And know you were ok. Now you’re looking out for me from the spirit world.