After a lengthy illness, our beloved Kevin made his journey to our Heavenly Father on January 6, 2024 at his residence in Poplar. He was born September 15, 1964 to Gloria B. Chopper.
Kevin attended school in Poplar and graduated from Chemawa Indian School in Salem, Oregon. He attended American Indian Bible College in Phoenix, Arizona and eventually obtained a CDL in Fairbanks, Alaska. He worked as a special education paraprofessional and bus driver in Alakaket, Alaska. Kevin was trained as a cook in the US Army from 1985-1987. He worked at A&S Tribal Industries and Poplar School as a paraprofessional Kevin enjoyed working with children.
Kevin had a crazy sense of humor; he liked to tease and joke around and laugh with his friends and family every change he got. He also enjoyed visiting with various friends and family that would stop by. Fishing, playing darts, Wii, cards and dice were a few things he enjoyed doing in the past. And going for an occasional cruise, jamming out to his favorite music, mainly Dwight Yoakam.
He is survived by his mother, Gloria Chopper; his children Kevin, Jr., Samantha, Briann, Tyree (Chub), Heather, Mary, Arthur, Amalayah and Austin, and Ryan Burshia; adopted son Theo Crowe; adopted sister Vicky Perry; sisters Brenda (George) Eder, Roxann (Robert) Smith, and Nicolle (Maurice Jr.) Bighorn, Carrie and Harold “Buddy” Adams; brothers Theodore (Marta) Ricker and Patrick Anderson; aunts Grace Wakan, Delilah Alfrey, Linda and Tiny Parslow and Aunt Jackie and John Spotted Bird ; cousins Robert, Jr. (Bobby), Barney, Vicky, Debbie, Penny and Shannon Hopkins, Cheryl, Sandy, Connie and Dean Sutherland, Mary Nordwick and Judy (Stephen) Grayhawk , Sam and Henry Buckles; nephews, Justin Grayhawk Jr., and Taylor Azure; grandchildren MaKayla, Ezekial, Baili, Lawrence, Judy, Samara, Miccayla, Arabella, Roxy, Rory and special friend Scrappy, and numerous nephews, nieces, cousins and relatives too numerous to mention. Kevin was also related to the Buckles, Lamberts, Chapmans, Stormys, McClammys, Choppers, Lizottes, Reddogs, Summers, Youpees and Eders. Everybody he knew and met that made an impact on his life, he considered them as family.
He was preceded in death by a brother Curtis Buckles, Sr.; sisters Patricia Anderson and Karen Buckles; grandparents Thomas and Mary Buckles; step father Abe Chopper; grandson Karsen Smith; adopted son Lawrence Crowe; aunts Pearl Hopkins, Louise Ell, Lorraine Stormy, Joann Reddog, Lorraine Reddog; uncles Raymond Buckles, Darrel Reddog; cousins Julie Hopkins, Camilla, Francine, Frankie, Roger and Conrad Buckles; nieces Marlene Youpee and Sherry McClammy; nephews Brian Chapman and Mark McClammy and numerous other family members.
We are sorry if we forgot to mention anyone.
A wake will be held on Monday, January 15th at 7:00 p.m. at the Poplar Cultural Center. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, January 16th at 1:00 p.m. at the Poplar Cultural Center. Interment will follow at Box Elder Cemetery.
Condolences for the family may be left using the form below.
Service Schedule
Funeral Service
1:00 p.m.
Tuesday January 16, 2024
Poplar Cultural Center
Poplar, Montana 59255
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Laurie Shafer says
My deepest condolences to the family.
Barbara Perry says
You will live forever in our memories. My husband took you as his son, so you two are reunited up in heaven. Sincere sympathy for your family , may you rest in peace 🕊️ Kevin!
Gina says
Prayers for Kevin’s family and those that loved him may God be your light and refuge today and always. Kevin made friends wherever he went. During his twenties Kevin worked with my cousin Robert Bird from Sisseton South Dakota, whom sends his condolences through me to Kevin’s children and family.
Sioux Dawn says
Condolences to the family🌹💙
Kevin was a cool guy.
Bonnie Archambeau says
Condolences to Kevin’s family My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of need. My God help you all sending him off on his journey home to be with our god al mighty.
Margaret Jean Nation says
R.I.P
ronninatal28@gmail.com says
OMG I was just thinking about him the other day.
He’s been my buddy since high school. He & I
had the crap scared out of us yrs ago by Poplar River.
It’s been years since I’ve seen him. I am truly
sad to hear of his passing. Prayers to his family.
Safe journey my friend 😢 Ronette
Hank Buckles says
Condolences going out to Aunt Gloria, the siblings, family, friends all who knew Kevin. RIP cousin
Cissy Eagleman says
Prayers of comfort for Kevin’s mom, children and all his family & friends.
Prayed for a good Journey for you.
Rest easy now…
Dreamis Eagle Boy says
🙏🏽’s, Prayers & Deepest Condolences to the Families of Kevin🌹 RIP MY FRIEND ✝️…
Frank DeMarrias says
Brenda I’m very sorry for your the loss of your brother. Kevin has been a friend of mine for many years. My condolences to the family. RIP Kevin, GODSPEED.
Neva Spotted Wolf says
My sincere condolences to the family of Kevin Bur as I knew him. I am so glad I got to spend Thanksgiving at his home & getting to visit with him. If I knew that it would be the last time I would see him I would of stayed another day or two. I will truly miss Kevin, he was my friend.
Rosella says
To Aunt Gloria and Family, So sorry for your loss. Kevin was always a good friend. He was always kind and helpful. My brother Ray will be happy to see him. I know they will have a joyful reunion. Fly High Kevin. God Bless you and your family.
Joel n Marcella GB says
Our sincere Condolences to Gloria n all of our dear ol friend Kevin’s family..He was a good friend for years..we all grew up on the same corner on east end here..may God’s love be with all his family and friends..May we all find comfort in his precious memories…fly high my friend, you earned your wings..you will be missed..
AmberF says
My condolences to the family of Kevin Burshia. He is and always will be a good man. Times may get hard but just remember that he is always with you.
Grandma Patt says
God bless your journey to the Heavens. Your Mommy will miss you the most. I know her heart is broken into a million pieces. 💔💔💔 She believes in Christ and she taught you about his undying love. God bless your family and your beautiful children and beautiful Grandchildren. You have left a big void for all of us. We will see you again. Families Are Forever. Hugs dear nephew Kevin. Hugs to you all and to dear Sister Gloria. Doksha ake waciya kink’te Toshkan Kevin. Hugs from Tunwin Patt 😭😭😭
Doris Headdress says
When I heard you left this world, I was heartbroken. Kevin thank you for giving me 2 beautiful children Kevin Jr. & Samantha. I know that as we speak, you are rejoicing with all your relatives & friends in Heaven. I know your brother Curtis & grandma nu nu (Mary) were right there to greet you. 🥰 I’m glad I got to talk to you a few months ago when you were in the hospital. Thank you Kevin for all the memories we shared. Love you, Doris Headdress ❤️