Joanne Kathryn Steele age 55 went to be with the Lord on April 3, 2024 in Poplar, Mt due to illness. Joanne carries the name Tiwepaha Waste’ Wya “Top of the Lodge Woman.”
Joanne was born in San Leandro, California on February 10,1969 to Marlene A. Steele and Elwell (Ozzie) Snow. In 1973 Joanne, her Mother Marlene and her brother Richard moved from Oakland, Ca to Poplar, Mt which is where she remained until the day she passed.
At the sweet age of 14 Joanne met and fell in love with the love of her life William (Billy) Ferguson Sr. Through this union she had four children, Will, Currie, Richard & George Ferguson all of Poplar. Joanne also had a daughter Carrie War Club who resides in WP. Joanne also helped raise her niece Kenicea Burshie after her mother Gerarda passed away.
Joanne loved spending time with her family. She was always glad to see them and loved visiting and teasing with them. Joanne was kindhearted and didn’t have much, but she would help people out when she could. Joanne’s hobbies were making star quilts, listen to music, go for rides, and taking walks.
Joanne is survived by her children and grandchildren; Kheston, Jordan, John, Jazper, & Noah Ferguson. Dominique Brunelle & Soul Wieser her sister Valerie (Bill) Blackcrow of Harlem, Nieces and Nephews, Troy, Louie, Merle Iron Bear, Kenicea Burshie, Seth Laverdure, Joseph & Baily Beston, Lance, Amilia, Lucas, & Eagle Blackcrow, Abby Steele, and numerous relatives.
Joanne is preceded in death by her mother Marlene, Father Ozzie, Baby Boy Anthony Ferguson, Brother Richard Steele, Sisters Mari, Gerarda, & Elisha TalksDifferent, numerous, aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews.
Extended families Steeles, Scotts, Melbourne, Foots, Snows
Apologies to any one we forgot to mention.
A wake will be on Monday, April 15th at 7:00 p.m. at the Poplar Cultural Center. Funeral services will be on Tuesday, April 16th at 1:00 p.m. at the Poplar Cultural Center. Interment to follow at Poplar City Cemetery.
Katie Lynn Eagle says
Condolences to the steel family and friends she will be greatly missed fly high my friend
Gina Bearfighter says
Prayers for Joanne’s family & friends. With her humor Joanne made the best of times and she held fond memories of her crew.
Joe and Brandy Longee Frederick says
Jo I’m till reeling and am at a loss for the right words 😔
Jeez, I am so sorry my friend 😢 💔 I am also glad that you don’t have to struggle anymore 😢
Our condolence to your family JBFREDERICK
Carmela Scott says
You earned your wings n your with the others ik there happy to see you tell cuz Marlene hi n daddy until we meet again fly high
Pauline Youpee says
Awww cousin.. you will be missed.. prayers to her family❤🙏🙏🙏
Cookie, Cissy & Kids says
I’m going to miss you so very much Cousin. I love you, I know you’re healed now, up and walking, visiting…all those that went before us. Give the Aunties all hugs for me. Until we see one another again…
Prayers to the families.
Give dad a hug for me please, I know you’ll see him.
Dori Talks Different says
My condolences to Will, Currie, Richard, George and my sister Valerie and her family. Plus all of her friends and family. I grew up with Joanne as a sister for many years. I have nothing but good memories of all the fun times that we had. No more suffering. You are in heaven with your mom and baby Anthony plus your loved ones that have passed on before you. Love, hugs and prayers for all that are mourning her loss. Ake wachimnaginka!
Leeann perry says
Oh my dear fren…..we had some good times back in the day. I’ll cherish them 4 ever!!! Please give my mom n bones a big hug for me!!! Love n miss you always ❤❤❤❤
Shari Daniels says
My sincere condolences to you all.
Rita Weeks says
My condolences to all of Joanne’s family. Prayers for comfort and peace.
Dreamis Eagle Boy says
🌹Billy and Family, Our Prayers 🙏🏽’s & Deepest Condolences 💜 Jo, your gonna be missed beyond words. Give your mom a Hug from me sure that lady.😇 RIP MY DEAR FRIEND ✝️…
Lots of Love & Hugs 🩷💜…
Joel n Marcella Grey Bull says
Fly high with the Angels my dear niece..💜💙 I’ll sure your loving smile n hugs..Lord, I pray for comfort to all who love n will miss you..til we see you again my dear..aho 💜🙏💙
Florence Fourstar says
Rest In Paradise and you will be missed by many! You were a wonderful person and friend.
Kenicea renae burshia says
oh mom..at least your not suffering and hurting anymore 🕊️ I’m gonna miss hearing your voice and coming to see you all the time I hope you know that ill always love you and thank you for raising me ❤️ I’m gonna miss you mom💔