Leonard James Youngman was born to William Youngman Jr and Stella (Coulter) Youngman on June 11,1949 in Poplar, MT; where he was raised and went to Poplar Schools. He met Carol Clincher during their High school years, they got married in 1969. Before Jo’e was born, they left in 70’s to California on the “Relocation Program”. They moved home in 72’, after son, Robin was born. They later divorced and stayed in Poplar. Leonard went firefighting for many years during the summer, he then later went on to school for mechanics in Glendive, MT. After his schooling, he came home and started working for CETA, to Tribal Enterprise Laborer/Truck driver, Certified water operator. Then transferred to Ft Peck Tribal Enterprise and became director after 30 plus years, until his passing. He was also a Volunteer EMT for the Poplar area. Later on, he and his companion Louise Ell started raising her grandson’s, Dustin and Terrell as their own and many others along the way.
His hobbies were hunting, fishing, working, watching sports, and spending time with his grandkids.
Preceding him in death are his parents, William “Bill” Youngman Jr and Stella; Lucille Holen; sisters, Lois-Jean and Arlene; brothers, Monte, Eldon, and Floyd; niece, Michelle “Sissy” Youngman; and nephew, Ira De Leon.
He is survived by daughter Jo’e Youngman; son, Robin Youngman of Poplar, MT; companion of 30 plus years, Louise Ell; sister, Doris (Gene) Gone of Hays, MT; aunts, Delilah Alfrey, Florence “ Woshpi” Youngman, and Rita Longchase; and grandsons, Quinn Sutherland, who he raised and Colton, of the family home; nieces, Tana, Edletha, Laura, Jeani, Deidre, Sharyl, and Carly Clincher and Family; special granddaughters; Alexandria Longee, Kacie Youngman (Alan), Rumiko, Muriko, and Zo’e Mireau; grandson, Dana T Mireau; special grandkids and great-grandkids, AzMae Franklin, Talianah Albright, Janaya Sutherland and Tyson Sutherland, of Poplar, MT Alexis Sutherland of Rocky Boy, MT; special grandsons, James Holen, Dustin Sutherland and Terrell Sutherland and families, Jesse Sutherland and Tommy Sutherland; step daughters, Connie, Cheryl, and Sandra Sutherland and families and Dean Sutherland of Poplar and Rocky Boy, MT; special nephew, Mitch Youngman and Family of Poplar, MT; uncles, Mike Youngman Sr of Poplar, MT, and Douglas Youngman and Family; cousins, Wilma, Izzy, Donna, Deloris, and Elouise Youngman all of Poplar; and nephew Terry Redd. Extended Families are Charbonneau, Petersons, De Leon, Foote and Youngmans.
He was a very humble, kind, caring, loving Father, Grandpa, Great Grandpa, Brother, Uncle, Friend, Son and Relative, with the biggest heart, to all who knew him. He was very hardworking, and on call ready to help through the days, nights and weekends. He was so proud of all his grandchildren, who he cherished very much. We will love and miss you “Papa Len”! Till we meet again, forever in our hearts.
Leonard had a large Family, sorry if anyone was left out. He kept all of you in his thoughts and prayers.
A viewing will be held from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesday, October 28 at the Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel in Wolf Point. A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, October 29 at the Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel. Interment will follow at the Box Elder Cemetery in Poplar. Due to COVID-19 guidelines we are asked to keep attendance at the services limited to 30 individuals. Masks are required for all public services. Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel of Wolf Point has been entrusted with the arrangements. Condolences can be sent to the family by using the form below.
Service Schedule
Viewing
4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday October 28, 2020
Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel
102 Custer Street
Wolf Point, Montana 59201
Funeral Service
11:00 a.m.
Thursday October 29, 2020
Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel
102 Custer Street
Wolf Point, Montana 59201
Service Schedule
Viewing
4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday October 28, 2020
Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel
102 Custer Street
Wolf Point, Montana 59201
Funeral Service
11:00 a.m.
Thursday October 29, 2020
Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel
102 Custer Street
Wolf Point, Montana 59201
tina says
Leonard you will be greatly missed. This is hard to believe. But I know you are very happy in Heaven.
You were such a great person. take care. until next time.
mitchell Youngman says
RIP Uncle…thanks for everything you did for me & my family. We are gonna miss you at the games!! Say hi to the guys up there…geez a Journey song just had to come on rite now!..Lol we’ll see you again..LuV Ya!!
Jet says
Boss you’ll be missed. Joey n Robin your in my thoughts and prayers. May the grandfather’s and grandmothers give you strength and watch over you till we met again fly high boss
Otto Cantrell says
Leonard my friend not too many people get to meet such a good guy I’m gonna miss your quiet demeanor you sly little smile and your quick wit. Ever since our NYC days I was blessed to find a life long friend . Rest in peace my friend you worked hard all your life, I’ll see you again
David E. Boyd Sr. & Chong Ae Boyd says
Sorry to hear about your passing, when I heard remembered ESSO days.
Richard De Leon says
R.I.P. Uncle Leonard with Love and Prayers to You and Family, God Bless You
Nancy Samuelson says
My sincere condolences to Leonard’s family. Rest In Peace.
Rich Peterson says
Rest easy cousin Leonard.
Darlyn Grainger says
Condolences to all of Leonard’s family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Jonny BearCub Stiffarm says
Dang my friend, sorry to see you go. You will be missed. I enjoyed our visits whenever I needed the shop opened up for Fish & Game so we could get to the freezer. When young we never expected to be grandparents to a set of kids- when Baby Arlene and Kipp had 3 our families became tied together forever. Travel well on that Spirit Road in joy and wonder as you journey home. Here we say prayers for those left behind to have memories to be a balm to their grief and the strength to let you go until we all meet once again. You will be missed by many.