Ronald L. Adams our dear father, brother, uncle, cousin, and grandpa made his journey home on March 21, 2024.
“Ron” or “Ronnie” was born November 23, 1962 to Elmer “Jiggs” Adams and Tessie Horse Capture-Adams in Wolf Point, Montana.
Ron attended schools in Wolf Point and graduated in 1982. During his grade school years, he was a member of Yellow Jackets Baseball Team. He was one of the best pitchers on the Rez. His south paw pitching made it difficult for batters. He also enjoyed playing pool growing up. It was amazing watching him run a pool table. Always playing with his long braids tucked in his shirt. He also enjoyed traveling to pow wows and loved to go to hairband concerts, he attended a lot.
Ron met Nancy Speed in 1997. Two children were born, son, Alex Jiggs, on October 22, 1998, and Alaina Mae on February 14, 2001. His grandchildren, Stephanie, Ava, Alrich, Adrean, Odin, Jayce, and Stephen were his pride and joy – the light of his life. Ron began his work career as an employee for Petty Ray Seismometer, Looking Eagle, as a silk screener, and worked for diabetic out-reach until the time of his death. He enjoyed going out and monitoring patients, laughing and joking around during his house visits.
Ron is survived by his partner, Nancy; son, Alex; daughters, Alaina, Aleesha, and Andrea; grandchildren, Jayce, Stephan, Stephanie, Ava, Alrich, Adrean, and Odin; brother, Les Adams; sisters, Norma Dionne, Lorraine Adams, Sadie Hamilton, and baby sister Chrissy Adams; sister-in-law, Charlotte Whiteman; and Joan and Buddy Pipe and Family who adopted Ron as their son traditionally.
Ron is preceded in death by his parents, Elmer and Tessie Adams; brothers, Johnny, Ray, Elmer, and James; sister, Carol Adams; niece, Lisa Adams; and his dog, Suzy-Q.
Thanks to cousin, Gary “Duck” Clark. Thank you to the Fort Peck Tribes and Fort Peck Diabetes Program, Verbina Saviour and Rose Morsette, the Adams and Speed families. Thanks to everyone for your love and support.
A prayer service is scheduled for 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 27, 2024 at the Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel in Wolf Point, Montana. The funeral will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 28, 2024 at the Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel in Wolf Point, Montana. Interment will follow at King Memorial Cemetery. Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel has been entrusted with the arrangements and condolences for the family may be left by using the form below.
Service Schedule
Prayer Service
6:00 p.m.
Wednesday March 27, 2024
Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel
102 Custer Street
Wolf Point, Montana 59201
Funeral Service
1:00 p.m.
Thursday March 28, 2024
Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel
102 Custer Street
Wolf Point, Montana 59201
Service Schedule
Prayer Service
6:00 p.m.
Wednesday March 27, 2024
Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel
102 Custer Street
Wolf Point, Montana 59201
Funeral Service
1:00 p.m.
Thursday March 28, 2024
Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel
102 Custer Street
Wolf Point, Montana 59201
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Britney Cloud says
You’ll be missed Ronnie, always had a positive attitude and never had a negative thing to say about anyone. Prayers and condolences for your family at this time. From your coworkers at the Diabetes Program.
Ronette Natal says
My condolences to Ronnie’s family.
He always had me laughing. Made fun of me,
but in a funny hilarious way. He was an awesome
friend & it’s sad to know I won’t see that humor
anymore 😞Safe journey my friend.
Ronette Martin-Natal
Pauline Azure feuvray says
Rest in peace. Now in heaven with parents and others. God bless the family.
Hope Belcher says
You were a awesome human being here.
Now you do the same wherever you are.
Fred McGeshick, Jr. says
Condolences to Ronnie’s family ❤️ Good man and could light up a room with his personality! Rest in Peace Mr. Ronald Adams! I remember your humor and always had something good to say about people. God bless you!
Eric Bruguier says
Condolences and prayers to Adam’s family. Ronnie will be missed in community which worked for tribal health for a lot of years. He was good friend since we were kids on the south side of WP. Take Care my friend.
Deb Hopkins says
RIP Ronnie shocking news you were my friend and coworker for years at ihs and diabetes program 😢 you were a good friend to me always gave me good advice see you gave me hug 🙏🏼 to the family heaven received another angel God be with you all in the days ahead
Becky Morales says
Ah geez.. you will be missed Ronnie. You were always pleasant and encouraging, glad I got to know you better when working at the WP Senior Center. You were always a pleasure to cook for and serve💛. Sorry to all who knew him, he will surely be missed. Prayers and condolences to all his family and friends🙏🏽
Wayne and Evetta Two Bulls says
Norma,Rain,Sadie,Les,Crissie,Lanie,Alex and family,
Sending our heartfelt condolences for loss of your beloved brother, and father. Prayers for comfort and strength during this most sad and difficult time 😪💔. Rest in peace cuz you will be missed. Luv u 😪❤️❤️
Wayne and Evetta
Frances Weeks says
My heart felt condolences to the whole family. Ronnie was a really super good friend to me. He always checked on my grama Elaine, and he was always sure to come say hi, or congrats on anything. He was a very kind and great friend. See you when we meet again Ronnie
TINA MAGNAN says
Rest In Peace Ronnie. You have been my friend forever. It is so sad when you lose a forever friend.
But just know you will be missed. I will keep your family in my prayers. See you sometime.
David and Chong Ae Boyd says
Prayers for your family and Ron you were a good man, which we have very today. Every time we talked you were always smiling and polite.
Cam Martin says
So sorry for your loss to the family. Always enjoyed my visits with Ronnie a very nice guy. Take care Cam Martin.
Mary Follette says
Ronnie, it was a nice getting to know you. Your dedication to the Diabetes Program was inspiring.
Nina says
Indian Ronnie my neighbor…such a kind, wonderful guy and friend. While working for IHS I enjoyed our visits. My condolences to his family🙏🏽❤️ See ya later Koda…
Rita Weeks says
My condolences and prayers for Ronnie’s children and grandchildren and to his sisters and brother. Ronnie had a special personality you couldn’t help but like. He will definitely be missed by many. Peace be with you all!
Shannon Headdress Gonzalez says
My condolences to Ronnie’s family. He was such a nice guy and so helpful. He was so helpful to my brother Arlyn when he couldn’t get to the clinic. His kindness will always be remembered.
Jonny BearCub says
A big thank you to you Ronnie. Many of us will miss you. You brightened our day when you’d check on us, poke our fingers and take our blood pressure – always with a smile. We will miss visiting you and your tips for a good life. Travel that star road in joy! May prayers for strength, comfort and precious memories surround the family at this time of farewell.
Dale Buckles says
RIP peace my brother. You’ll see Matt now. Condolences to the entire family.
Dale
K R M says
Ronnie A, you will be missed. Ronnie and I were in the same classroom in first grade, 1969. We had remained friends ever since. Ronnie was one of a kind, crazy, funny, always scoring on someone. We grew up together and shared alot of memories in our younger years. Rest easy my friend, until we meet again. May God comfort the family and all his friends.
Donald Boyd says
Ronald Adams
R.I.P. My Elderly Friend Will Miss Visiting With You Deepest Condolences To The Family And Prayers In The Days Ahead R.I.P. Heaven Gained A Beautiful Angel
Jake says
RIP Ron.
Mic Cro says
Was and is a real good person… always had a good smile and friendly disposition daily. Was always a pleasure to meet you in the halls of IHS and have chats during Diebetic breakfasts and wherever I met you! . A real peoples person! Thank you for just being…you!
Lucy Redekopp says
Ronnie was an exceptional person. He will be missed my condolences to the family.
Frank DeMarrias says
Les brother I’m so sorry I been sick and never even knew your brother made his journey. So sorry brother I know your the last male. I’ll always be your brother.
Robin HayesHernandez says
I’m sorry for his loss. He was a good person.
Patrice Iron Bear says
Ronnie, my brother from a different mother (: I can finally write a few words. There really are “no words.” I am glad I got to work daily with you and know that your last day here on Unci Maka was a very good day. If I had known it was the last time I would see you well, I probaly would’ve kept talking and talking. You always told me I was good ay gabbing lol. (: Doksha my bro and rest easy you will be missed but, remembered always.