Judith “Judy” GreyBear, our loving mother, auntie, grandmother, and adopted mother was called home January 29, 2024. Judy was born April 3, 1957 to Lottie E. Old Rock GreyBear and Wilferd Brien in Culbertson, MT.
Judy went to school in Poplar, graduated in 1976. After graduating, found work at various jobs, she had worked for the Fort Peck Tribes for over 40 years in different departments.
Judy met Russell Dean Necklace in 1979. From this union they were known as “Judy&Dean”, common law.
They had 3 girls, LoriJo Lynn, D’Anna Faith, Krissandra Rose; 5 grandchildren, Micheal Dean, JazlynJade, Kirkwood Joseph, Ethan Wade, DylanPaige GreyBear.
Judy loved to cruise, which everyone dubber her “Booze Cruise”, stopping to visit her many friends she has made throughout the years. When not cruising, she liked to go play machines, or she would be at home playing Yahtzee or card games, she wouldn’t quit until she won. Then friend and family would come visit. Judy was full of life, fun loving, never a dull moment with her. She was always laughing, and the friends she met would say she was a “crazy lady” – one of a kind. She gave everyone memories and a good time.
Judy is going to be missed dearly by all who knew her.
Judy leaves behind her girls, LoriJo (Johnny), D’Anna (Cedric), Krissandra; grandkids, Michael Dean, Kirkwood, Ethan, DylanPaige, all of the family home; Adopted daughters, Kelly Ann GreyBear; adopted children in Wolf Point, MT and Poplar MT and cousins, nephews, nieces all of Montana and North Dakota too many to name.
Judy reunites with her longtime companion, Russell Dean; granddaughter, JazlynJade; her parents, mother and father; her siblings, brothers, Melvin GreyBear Sr., Abraham “Judge” GreyBear Sr., Galen GreyBear; sisters, Vina Mae, Coretta Rose, Phyllis Kay, Ava Marie. She will be missed dearly. Gone but not forgotten – forever in our hearts.
Tina says
Rest in peace. You were a good friend. You are with your soul mate now. I bet he was so happy to see you. Well girl I will see one day. Prayers and hugs to your girls and all your extended family and friends. U will be missed.
Terry Lindsay-Barron says
Deepest Condolences to the family. Will miss you my friend ❤️❤️💐
Shari says
My sincere condolences to the families.
Gina says
Aunty Judy sending my prayers & condolences to your children, grandchildren & family. UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN.~Gina Ryan Bearfighter & family
Michelle Trottier says
Prayers and Condolences to Judy’s family. Bet she had a big welcome home🥰..Mom dad and all those that went before her.. going to miss her laugh .. we grew up together and had good times.. rest now and see you later.. ✝️
Barbara Perry says
Rest in peace my friend , the creator took you home because it was your time! Sincere sympathy for your family! I know they are sad because you are gone but we will remember you , laughing and just enjoying life!
Robert Eder & Sherry Eder says
My name is Robert S.Eder and Judy was my dear friend who I can count on when I lost my wife so go rest in peace my friend
Robert Eder says
I will miss you my friend and have happy journey
Vicki says
Sending prayers to your family. You were such a nice person! I always enjoyed seeing you.
Richard White Owl III says
Fly high Auntie 🦅, going to miss you
Michael & Dalonna Youngman III & Family says
Condolences to the family, she was a good woman, always willing to help, listen or just laugh around, & ALWAYS welcomed us into her home to visit! You will be very missed!
Grace Pipe says
Another Chelsea Gal made her journey. Rest cousin and give all a hug for us.
Verdis Grey Bull says
Condolences to Judy’s girls, her grandchildren and family. I know they will miss her deeply. But as I always say, “I will see you when I get there.” Give Jazz a big hug from Grandma Verdis. She is a beautiful granddaughter.
Meryle Montclair says
Rest in peace, my beautiful friend. We met when we both worked at A&S Industries in the 70’s. We remained friends over the 40+ years. We always caught up after years apart. She was a kind lady with a heart of gold! She was a beautiful person, inside and out. It saddened me to hear of your passing! God be with you, till we meet again!, A true friend. Lots of love. Sincere condolences to your family.
Jacqueline Follette says
RIP my friend, condolences to the families, she was a good person. I will miss you.
Marcella Joyce Grey Bull says
Our sincere Condolences to Judy’s family and friends. Judy was a special friend whom I had the pleasure of working with and became good friends over the years. May God bless you all today and every day. Fly high my friend..you earned your wings..doksha til we see you again..❤🙏
Angeline Cheek says
My condolences and prayers are with tiwahe/tiospaye, sure going to miss teasing you and your stories of back in oldie goldie days 💕 you will be missed tunwin 💕
Anna Pipe says
RIP COUSIN ❤️
Charlie Headdress says
My families condolences to Lori Jo and the whole family. Jude was one of a kind. At times she seemed gruff but had a heart of gold and we here at the Tribal Office will miss her a lot. She liked to tease and laugh. I know she is with her family celebrating and I know they welcomed her with open arms. Especially Lori Jo the basketball player who she thought the world of also her granddaughter she followed so closely behind to heavens gates. God bless you my friend fly with the angels.
Katie Lynn Eagle says
Condolences to the family and to her daughters that took good care of her going to miss you Judy Fly high
Raymond Dolezilek says
So sorry and sad about the passing of my old friend Judy GB – we knew each other since the late 70’s working at the Ft. Peck Planning District. Many great memories of her crazy antics and of her being a fantastic human being! Prayers to her family and close friends. WIll miss you JUDY!
Melissa Buckles says
My condolences to Judy’s family. She was always so lighhearted and happy. I got to know her well when she and my mom worked together, she was a good friend to all who knew her. She will be greatly missed.
Richelle mooch uriyah says
Condolences to family and friends near and far
Donald Boyd says
R.I.P. Judy Grey Bear 🐻 Sending My Deepest Condolences And Prayers To Your Family In The Days Ahead..
Renita Grey Bear says
RIP Grandma Judy I’m going to miss you an I’m happy that u got to meet my granddaughter Colette, give my mommy Colette papa Melvin kunsi Lorraine & the rest of the family a hugs & kisses for me n my baby boy Melvin.
Linette Uchtman says
Oh Judy.. I loved and respected you so mucj..much… you always made me feel special.
Will miss you soooo much
Rita Weeks says
Judy was a special person to be around. I worked with her in the early days of my career with the Tribes. It was always fun to visit her. She would always brag up her girls and grandkids. She will definitely be missed by all who knew her. My prayers and condolences to her girls and family. Pease be with you all.
Curtis Courchene says
Thank you for always greeting me with a smile and a quick joke when I’d drop by Jackie’s office for a quick cup of coffee ! Cadillac
David E. Boyd Sr. says
Remember cruises with you and Dean. All the laughs teasing you. You two are together now. Prayers forcthose left behind.
Sioux Dawn says
Love u aunty Judy & Family ❤️
Aunty Judy was one of a kind and we loved her for that. Rest easy aunty Judy❤️
Mrs Cheffer says
Dang my girl…see you on the otherside ❤️