Vermae Evelyn (Johnson) Gobert-Taylor, Age 83, Soldier Woman (Akiticawin), our beloved mother, sister, auntie, grandmother was called home on March 15, 2024 at the Billings Clinic with her loved ones at her side. Vermae was born on January 22, 1941 in Poplar, Montana, the daughter of John Two Bulls and Cynthia Lydia Johnson. She was raised by her maternal grandparents David B. Johnson and Eliza (No Breast) Johnson in Chelsea. Vermae’s paternal grandparents were Charles Two Bulls and Mary (Feather Earring) Two Bulls. She was a proud descendant of her Great Grandfather Bad Temper Bear (Mato Tawachinsica).
She grew up in Poplar and graduated from Poplar High School. She went on to complete Beautician School (1966) in Oakland, California and Licensed Practical Nurse (1977) at Northern Montana College in Havre, Montana. In 1968, she married William John Gobert and they were together until his passing in 1976. She remarried in 1987 to William Neil Taylor and they were together until his passing in 2003. Vermae had two children, Shelley Gobert and Marcus Johnson who preceded her in death.
Vermae enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and friends. Vermae was a former Tribal Executive Board Council Woman, Wildland Firefighter, LPN, Certified Beautician, Truck Driver, Business owner, Seamstress, and made regalia with the most beautiful beadwork. She enjoyed reading, watching TV, dancing at pow wows, playing machines, bingo, and visiting with friends and family. Vermae was also into genealogy and was always wanting to know where she came from. She loved the powwow trail where she met and made many friends. Later on in life she devoted her time to advocating for community members, indigenous issues on a state and federal level by participating in community water protection and safety issues meetings/events; including education equity meetings/events, and MMIW meetings/events. Vermae was a strong and compassionate woman, a mentor to many, and always available to lend a helping hand when needed.
Vermae is survived by her brothers, Wayne (Evetta) Two Bulls and Charles “Bud” (Patsy) Two Bulls; and sister, Francene Two Bulls-Dixey of Fort Hall, Idaho; Adopted Sisters, Sissy (Cedric) Good House of Fort Yates, North Dakota, Paula Antoine of Rosebud, South Dakota; Brother in Law, Amos Cloud Sr., Nephews, J.D. Ferguson, Amos Cloud Jr., Joseph (Brittany) Cloud, Dana Mireau, William Buck, Charles Two Bulls Jr.; Nieces, Colleen (Harold) Ferguson, Nina (Chris) Fetty, Michelle Melbourne, Monica (Cory) Melbourne, Lorraine Hopkins, Vermae Smith, Sandra (Collins) Owns Pipe, Stephanie Cloud, Andrea (Anthony) Shields, Tana Two Bulls, Lisa Iron Bear-Dukes, Jaime (Robert) Birthmark, Tina (Rick) Vivier, Tara George, Julia Del Valle-Yazzie, Monica Del Valle-Santiago; Grandsons, Robert Stensland, Marcus Allrunner, Grant Ferguson, Micah Dust, Robert Ferguson, Brennen Hajek, Ralph Renz, Zack Rosebluff, Jacob Melbourne-Baker, Adam Melbourne-Baker, James Smith Jr., CT (Sami) Smith, Maschil Boyd, Chance Boyd, Joseph “Baby Joe” Boyd, Kokipasni Owns Pipe, Noah Owns Pipe, William Ricker Jr., Bryson Owns Pipe, Logan Cloud, Urijah Shields, Jayden Two Bulls, Wayne Two Bulls II, Dennis Red Eagle, Raykwon Dukes, Rayden Dukes, Alfred Iron Bear Jr., Warren Vivier, Don (Angela) Urbaniak, Clay Boysun; Granddaughters, Mia Montoya, Amber Johnson, Leigh Spotted Bird, Ashley Weston, Melody Red Eagle, Christina Fetty, Rachael Melbourne-Baker, Sarah Melbourne-Baker, Jessy Melbourne-Baker, Chantel Smith, Brianna Smith, Codi Jones, Isabella Jones, Cheryl Preston, Hayleigh Eagle, Melody Demarrias, Alyssa Shields, Jessica Shields, Celesse Shields, Ty Two Bulls, Rayna Dukes, Ashley Guith, Cheri Leggins, Angeline Cheek; Adopted Granddaughters, Chante Japp, Chelsea White Hawk, Tamra McKay; Great Grandchildren, Scarlette Storm Brien, Mayleina Rae Clark, Myree Talks Different, Liam Talks Different, Tiare Garcia, Sienna Mail, Makenna Bird, Makennan Bird, Suta Spotted Bird, Mali Spotted Bird, Kiya K. Smith, Micah King Bearhill; Daylen Owns Pipe, Nicosia Owns Pipe, Rileigh Bear, Niko Black Duck, Crystal Burshia, Kingston Owns Pipe, Zadyn O’Kute Sica, Raven Moran, Colt Leonard II, Hunter Zimmerman, Emma Lynn White Hawk.
Vermae is preceded in death by her husbands, William John Gobert and William Neil Taylor; Parents, John Two Bulls and Cynthia Johnson; Paternal Grandparents, Charles Two Bulls and Mary (Feather Earring) Two Bulls; Maternal Grandparents, David B. Johnson and Eliza (No Breast) Johnson; Children, Shelley Gobert and Marcus Johnson; Sisters, Verna Two Bulls, Marzetta Iron Bear, LaVerda Eagle Bear, Carmalita Eagle Boy, Bernadette Dimas, Arlene Ferguson, Paula Melbourne, Renee Dupree, Cheryl Cloud; Brothers, Warren Two Bulls, Francis (Mackie) Two Bulls, James (Joe) Iron Bear, Theodore (Teddy) Two Bulls, Francis Johnson, Manny Melbourne; Nieces, Lisa Eagle Boy, Tracy Stiffarm, Nancy L. Two Bulls, Heidi Faye Johnson, Jeri Cloud, Joel Ferguson; Nephews, Terry Stiffarm, Alex Stearns, Frederick “Boo” Archdale, James Smith Sr., Alfred “AJ” Ironbear; Granddaughters, Anona Johnson, Titianne Johnson, Kayleigh Jones; Grandsons, Roderick Renz, Anthony Mazawasicuna.
Vermae, it broke our hearts to lose you, but God called you home. We will always cherish the time we had with you. Your life was a blessing, your memory a treasure, and you are loved beyond words and missed beyond measure.
Service Schedule
Funeral Service
11:00 a.m.
Saturday March 23, 2024
Poplar Cultural Center
Poplar, Montana 59255
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Carla Cantrell says
O auntie your with your children and all the relatives hug my mom and my grandmas peace be with you truly a beautiful spirit who will be greatly missed
Robert/Terry McAnally says
Our condolences and hearts are with all of Vermae’s family and friends. So sorry for your loss.
Gina Bearfighter says
I carry you in my heart Aunty.
Tara Douglas Ricker says
This was hard news to hear.. I know you was ready to home. Aunty love you and will miss you always ..
Love and prayers to her family and friends
Ronette Natal says
I haven’t seen Vermae in a long while. I grew up knowing her, she had a house across the street from me. I was friends with her kids. She treated me with respect & kindness. I will forever remember her. Safe journey wonderful lady…..
Chuck Trinder says
What a wonderful friend and clasmate. We spent 12 years in school as classmates and the rest of her life as being very close friends. You are missed. RIP Vermae, I’m glad your worries and pain are done.
DEBRA M says
You will be missed Vermae, thanks for your wisdom and kindness. Your in a better place now but I’ll miss our talks. rest in peace dear lady.
Kim ebey says
Prayers to the family auntie I will truly miss you go rest high on the beautiful mountains love you ❤️
The Grey Bear Family says
Have a safe journey our relative Doka sa Aka
Ron and raqiba luchau says
VERMAE WAS A STRONG AND BEAUTUFUL SOUL. SHE LOVED HER PEOPLE AND STOOD UP FOR THEM. SHE WILL BE SORELY MISSED. REST IN PEACE.
Judy Gobert says
I will miss you. I know you’re at peace and with Shelly, Mark, Johnny. Give them all big hugs and love from me. I love you, my heart hurts. I know you are surrounded by the love of our ancestors.
Tina Vivier says
Rest in Peace Aunty, you will be missed
Barbara Mail says
To the family, I met Vermae when my late husband Gary and I came back to visit the families. Vermae rekindled that memory when we attended the NICOA conference fall of 2023. She was an awesome woman, I know she loved her family friends and relatives.
To
the family of Vermae, we met years ago when my Late husband Gary and I would come back to visit family.
Vermae rekindled that memory when we met in 2023 NICOA conference in Cherokee, NO.CO .such a terrific woman and well be remembered for her Dakota values that reflected her ways. May
God comfort you
Donna Black Dog says
My sincere condolescences to Vermae Taylor’s family. I love her beauty, and traditional ways. She will be dearly missed by all that knew Vermae. Prayers for comfort, healing, and blessings. God be with you all at the loss of your relative who was a sweet, kind woman.
Jackie Gy says
I met Vermae on the Obama campaign and loved her. So sorry such a bright star has gone! Always such a pleasure!
Sarah Melbourne-Baker says
Walk on uŋči, be safe on the next part of your journey. I can’t wait to see you in my dreams. ❤️
Brian Azure, Sr says
Vermae always had a kind heart and a gentle presence. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.
Cheryle Cantrell says
Fly High n Journey Well Auntie.
Patricia Martin says
beautiful lady and kind soul…seen her many times at bingo in wolfpoint and she never failed to say hi and give a hug……rip condolensense to the families….
Donald Boyd says
R.I.P Elderly Friend Vermae Taylor Will Miss Seeing You At The Summer Months At The Pow-wows And Visiting You Around Town Prayers And Deepest Condolences To The Family In The Days Ahead…
Denise Smith & family. says
I’ll really miss visiting with Vermae. I’ll miss her delicious fry bread.
My condolences to all her family.
Vermae could play a mean poker game too.
Luella Farrington Dalby says
Condolences to Vermae’s family..
I heard Vermae had passed, we were classmates and Graduated together. Vermae was a wonderful lady whom I haven’t seen for years but when she seen me she knew exactly who I was.
Rest in Paradise Vermae 🙏 You will be greatly missed.
Joel n Marcella GB says
Fly high with the Angels my dear cousin..you were such a joy to visit with always..a very kind n inspiring woman..you may be gone but will never be forgotten..I’ll miss you n love you too! Give all the family hugs n may you rest in God’s paradise 💜🙏💙 Condolences to all our relations..
Stacey Campbell says
You will be missed Verma fly high my dear
Robin HayesHernandez says
Prayers for the families