Maynard Lionel Hawk (Charging Whirlwind Horse), “Skeedo” was born to Edward Michael Hawk and Almena Necklace on May 11, 1951 in Poplar, Montana. He grew up in Fort Kipp, just west of town on the old highway. Alot of his time was spent with his relatives Rusty, Dusty, Lyle, Louis “Jack” Youpee, and Sissy Anderson. He later moved to Poplar and stayed with his cousins, the Dennys’. He had two children with Flora Hapa: Monella Rose Hawk and Herman James Hawk, who passed away at a young age.
Maynard enlisted in the United States Marine Corps in 1970 and was later honorably discharged. He later married June Greybull in the 1980’s. Maynard had various jobs, mainly for the BIA Roads department, and did some sub-contracting for Fort Peck Housing. He also had lots of interests and hobbies throughout his lifetime, some of which included working horses, hunting, fishing, mechanic work, coaching baseball championship teams. He was also a Traditional Men’s Style Dancer, played the bass and rhythm guitar, and enjoyed playing bingo. Maynard and his wife June were members of the Poplar Assembly of God Church, and were baptized together as a family (Maynard, June & Rocky), by Pastor Bill Ulin in the Poplar River. Dad had several stories about Pastor Ulin of when they spent alot of time together hunting, fishing, and doing maintenance at the old Poplar Assembly of God Church.
Maynard is preceded in death by his father, Edward, and mother, Almena; along with his stepfather, Lawrence Reddog, son, Herman Hawk, wife, June Greybull, step son Rocky Cooeyate, and grandson Trey Marion. siblings, Edward, James, Carol, Bonnie, Pamela, Lauren, Estelle, Kara, and Sissy Anderson. He is survived by a daughter, Monella Hawk, son, Steven Smith; grandaughters, Nichelle (Donovan Menz) Hawk, Mikela (Trey) Miller, Alissa Roberts, Kandi Cooyate, Rachel Cooyate, Kacee Cooyate, Cecilia Cooyate, Raina Cooyate, Capricia Cooyate, Tara Cooyate, Candacea Cooyate, Vandina Cooyate, Vaden Cooyate, and grandsons, Zachary Smith and Gordon Cooyate. special brother-in-law, Johnny Youpee, and brother, Cody Eagleman.
A wake will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, June 20, 2022 at the Poplar Cultural Center. The funeral will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, June 21, 2022 at the Poplar Cultural Center. Interment will follow at Fort Kipp Cemetery. Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel of Wolf Point has been entrusted with the arrangements.
Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel has been entrusted with arrangements and condolences for the family can be left by using the form below.
Service Schedule
Funeral Service
11:00 a.m.
Tuesday June 21, 2022
Poplar Cultural Center
Poplar, Montana 59255
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Donald Lee Boyd says
R.I.P. Uncle Maynard Hawk
Deepest Condolences To The Family And Prayers Sent To The Family In The Days Ahead 👪..
Kenny Shields says
I remember we used t play semipro basketball, haul hay bales, fish, play baseball, and go to the drive in with a bunch of others on take a chance night, then cruise around town listening to KOMA radio station from Oklahoma City, they played the latest rock and roll songs. Later on we powwowed with Victor Perry, Harry Three Stars, Jerry Shepherd, Keith Red Elk and Cody Eagleman, we always had a great time!
Robert eder and Sherry longtree says
He was like my older brother and I will miss him safe trip home
Barbara Perry says
So very sorry for the passing of Maynard. I expected him to live forever. He was a very close friend of Vic, and they were always happy when they saw each other. We sure will miss him, but he and Vic are probably so glad to see each other, and telling each other jokes. Rest in peace Maynard!!
Blossom Longee says
My sincere condolescence to Maynard’s family on his passing. He was such a good man always joking around with everyone. I’m going miss him. R.I.P my friend. May you be at peace now. Spread your wings and fly high with the rest of the angels. Big hugs and prayers to Moe and Nichelle 😪💖🙏
Cheryl Whitehawk says
Dad ur at peace now no more pain just the pain in my heart gonna miss u dad rest easy now love u
Evetta Two Bulls says
Sending our heartfelt ♥️ condolences to the family. Maynard was a dear friend. Prayers for comfort and strength during this sad 😔 and difficult time.
Wayne and Evetta Two Bulls
Warren Crowe says
Thoughts and prayers to All of Maynard’s family and friends.
Ronnie Smith says
I’m gonna miss you bro …. it was an honor getting to know you better every year. For the past 10 years we became close friends. Until we meet again my bro….
Alfred B Azure Sr says
Maynard was a good guy. He will be missed.
Angie Wallowing Bull says
So sorry to hear about your Dad. Monella, .you arey dear friend and I sent my sincerest condolences.anf I love you my childhood friend…