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In Memorial
Page
2010 - date
Quilt
made in memory of Mike (Buggs) Thompson JR by his daughter Aricka
Rose.
We are using this as our masthead for this page
Since
the Ride started a number of the Riders and supporters have passed
away. I wanted to add a page here to remember them.
The
first person we remember is
Billy Ray DuMarce.
February
25th 1989 - August 29th 2010
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Billy
Ray was a young man we all remember from the Dakota 38 movie,
his beaming smile and nervousness at being around non Natives
who surprised him by their support. I believe, his words made
us all think differently about what we could do to make things
better for him and others who feel the same way. So many of
us around the world know Billy Ray through the movie, he spoke
to our hearts..
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25th
February 2014. Billy Ray's Birthday
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Happy
Birthday my lil BillyBobBillyray Dumarce! You are always thought
of...always missed and forever loved. RIP my boy - Kristie
Keeble
Happy Birthday! Billy Ray!! You have touched the lives
of people all over the world in a good way. - Josette
Peltier
you
are remembered Billy Ray...... - Anita Martin
Happy
birthday you are missed....but you left strong messages through
the video... thank you. - Lola Blaine
It
would be a great idea to do this in my nephew Billyrays memory.
He believed strongly in this ride as his Grandpa Baine Wilson
believed. - SylvesterRita WilsonBaker
Happy Birthday and thank you, Billyray, your life will
echo forever? - Nancy Hamilton Britt
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Happy
birthday Billy Ray sorry I never got to meet you.
it
was pretty devastating for me, when I realized he passed on.
and I only knew him from the movie - Gordon
Sturrock
I was very touched by hearing this young man's words in
the film and it hit my heart when I saw that he had passed.
On this day I can only hope that the way he touched those
who saw the film gives some strength to his family. It would
seem that his memory is very much in the spirit of continuing
and building the education and reconciliation the Ride provides.
- Diane R. Anderson
This
is the young man on the video…really speaking from his
open heart? He is a beautiful Soul… Happy Birthday BillyRay
- I hope it is okay to say that he really just melted my
heart in that video. What he was talking about … many
of us had/have/do struggled with. By the time the Ride is
over (in the film) he is our kid, our young man, our little
brother cause he let people stand right beside him when he
shared what he had to say. He spoke for others. He maybe didn't
see how strong that was (I believe now he does) What he did
by standing in his truth takes courage. BillyRay and all these
youngsters (families too), it is a privilege to hold space
for those good intentions, that kind of courage. I was glad
I got to hear what he had to say. Thank you ...and please
...comfort to his family. - Dawn Cunningham Beard
Happy Birthday, Billyray ! Dawn, your words say what my
heart felt when I was watching the video. I believe this young
man made quite an impression on many. All good thoughts and
prayers for his family..... - Ruth Gerhardt
Happy
Birthday Billy Ray! He has touched my heart in a beautiful
way. - Joy Maddox Dacus
Dawn Cunningham Beard, as others have said, your words
express what I felt, too...so much I feel, too sacred to say.?
- Nancy Hamilton Britt
thank you every one for the nice caring words. Im glad
his words touched all of you. He was such an awesome brother
and I miss him every day! - Darlena DuMarce
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Next is
David Anthony Farmer
1978 - June 2013
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From
Canteskuya Farmer (Auntie
to David)
Han mitakuya pi! Im the tunwin/In'a to David -MATO WAKAN- FARMER
GRANT. HIS PARENTS ARE TIMOTHY & PAM GRANT OF MACY NE AND
KAREN & RICHARD HILL OF SISSETON SD AND HIS PATERNAL GRANDFATHER
STEVEN FARMER SR. OF TWIN BUTTES ND. HIS PATERNAL GRANDMOTHER
KAY BURSHEIM. HIS CHILDREN ARE MAHPIYA, MONGACHA, & TUKAN
EASTMAN. WE ARE PLANNING HIS MEMORIAL FOR JULY 5TH AT OUR WACIPI
IN SISSETON DURING THE FOURTH..
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Mike (Buggs)
Thompson Jr. -
July 6th 1947 - January 3rd 2013
Mike's Grand-daughter,
Mary Jane rode in the 2013 Dakota 38 + 2 Memorial Ride in his honor.
What a wonderful thing for a young woman to do
Mary
Jane riding in honor of her grandfather Mike in 2013
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December
20th 2013 - Today my Winona, my daughter, Mary Jane Thompson-Cavanaugh
will join the Dakota 38 + 2 Memorial Ride to honor her beloved
grandfather, the late Michael "Buggs" Thompson,
Jr. My dad participated in this ride each year, but got sick
last year in Morton, MN. He passed away a few weeks later
on January 3, 2013 after a courageous fight against cancer.
Our family is so proud of Mary Jane for finishing out the
ride for her Papa Buggs.
Today
Im one proud momma! My heart is filled with joy n it will
be a bitter sweet journey for her because she has always wanted
to go but her papa will not be there. But we know he is our
guardian angel n will be with her spiritually. I pray that
God will protect her,.Praying for safe travels, good weather
and a good ride for her, my family, all of the riders, horses
and helpers.
We are soo proud of u, my girl! Finish this ride for Papa
Buggs. Lee lee lee!! - Aricka
Rose
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Mike with
Mary Jane
Quilts that
Aricka Rose had made in her Dad's name 2014
Tatanka Waci
(Buffalo Dancer) - James Ryckman
December 1st, 1974 - July 3rd, 2014
James
"Jamie" Patrick Gerald Ryckman, Charging Eagle....
James was born to Gerald and Laura (Byington) Ryckman. he
grew up in Sturgis SD. James was a traditional dancer and
attended pow wows in MN, SD, ND and WI. He was very artistic,
loved to draw and he made his own regalia. We attended the
last day of the Ride last year and he was so proud and honored
to be there and be a part of this Ride. He had ridden in the
past also. He is loved and missed by so many, and his heart
will be forever with me (Maryhelen) and his 2 sons.
Survivors
include.. Mother, Laura Stempson of St Cloud MN, sons, Andrew
Berkey (Brittany Berkey) of Morris MN. Cheyton Ryckman 7 months
old. Fiance Maryhelen Paavola of St Cloud MN. Brothers Eugene
(Larinda Ryckman Tabaha) Ryckman of Spearfish SD. Michael
Stempson of Long Prairie, MN. Sisters.. Alberta (Gary) Mcmains
of Belle Fouche SD. Gerelynn (Tony Stanton) Ryckman of Paynesville
MN. Marlee Nebben of Brekenridge MN, Crystal (Andrew Patterson)
Stempson of Sauk Rapids, MN; aunts, uncles and many nieces
and nephews, cousins and many friends. He was proceeded in
death by his father, Gerald Ryckman, one brother, Michael
Byington, grandparants, uncles; Steve Byington. Richard Byington
Sr, and Elmer Ryckman.
James
you are truly missed and loved by so many . May you always
be dancing in that big circle in the sky!
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Buffalo - Gus High Eagle
May 26th 1952 - October 18th 2014
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"Brother,
you have to keep this dream alive, we have to bring the people
back together to be the Oceti Sakowin (7 Council Fires) once
again". - Gus High Eagle
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FROM
JIM MILLER:
To my beloved Dakota 38+2 Memorial Rider family, the sad news
of our brother's passing yesterday came as a total shock to
us all. As you may or may not know my brother Gus High Eagle
has been involved in rides for the past 30 years. He shared
with me that the horses are the healers and that he was working
for them too. As I look back on this past week, I know that
Creator wanted this time for Gus.
Last week we rode on many of the Dakota and Dakota/Ojibway reserves
in Manitoba and Saskatchewan sharing the information about the
38+2 Dakota warriors who were publicly executed. Many did not
know this piece of history and many did not know of the film.
As we rode he said he had relatives on every one of the reserves.
Maybe Creator orchestrated this time for Gus to do what he loves
best, spending time with his horses and relatives.
He was a man of his word, a man of high integrity and didn't
hesitate to discipline us all if he felt we were out of line.
We listened to him and respected his word. Who will replace
him and fill those boots? He was a true Dakota Chief.
I feel that Creator blessed all of our people with his presence.
Every year he brought horses on his own dime. We will miss him
greatly. Wherever you are please send prayers up for Emily and
his family.
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To watch
a small video of Gus please click HERE
Michelle
L. Bausch
May 13th 1976 - December 21 2014
Michelle
L. Bausch, 38, of Allen, Nebraska passed away suddenly on Sunday,
December 21, 2014 in Fairmont, Minnesota while leaving the Dakota
38 + 2 Memorial Ride.
Shelly
was born on May 13, 1976 in Wakefield, Nebraska, the daughter of Dale
and Maxine (Lyons) Smith. She attended and graduated from Allen High
School in 1994. In August of 1994 she was united in marriage to Mark
Bausch. To this union three children were born: Jon, Ally and Nate.
The couple later divorced. While working at several places including
M.G. Waldbaums, Country Nursery, Opportunities Unlimited, NRP, and
the Corner Mart. She graduated from Wayne State College with a degree
in Psychology. She later obtained her Masters of Counseling from Wayne
State College. She has been working with Nebraska Indian Community
College serving the Native Americans on the Rosebud Reservation in
South Dakota and the Omaha and Winnebago Reservations as a teacher
and counselor.
Shelly
had a magnetic personality meeting friends everywhere she went. She
enjoyed camping, backpacking, horseback riding, softball, karaoke
and attending rodeos. Most of all she enjoyed the time she was able
to spend with her friends and family.
She is
survived by her three children: Jon Bausch of Waterbury, NE, Ally
Bausch and Nate Bausch of Allen, NE, her parents Dale and Maxine Smith
of Allen, NE, brothers and sisters Jolene (Wes) Lueth of Wakefield,
NE, Kevin (Kathy) Smith of Allen, NE, Richard Smith (special friend
Michelle Greenough) of Riverton, WY, Carrie (Cory) Marschner of Columbus,
ND and Mindy (Corey) Millard of Martinsburg, NE and several nieces
and nephews and cousins.
She was
preceded in death by her grandparents, infant brother Tony and her
special friend Justin Lineberry.
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Funeral
services for Shelly will be held on Saturday, December
27, 2014 at 10:30 a.m. at the Evangelical Free Church
in Concord, Nebraska; Pastor Todd Thelen will be officiating.
The visitation will be held on Friday from 4:00 until
7:00 p.m. at the church in Concord with a prayer service
at 7:00 p.m. Burial will be in the Concord Cemetery. In
lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the family
for future designation. Bressler – Munderloh –
Smith Funeral Home of Wakefield is in charge of the arrangements.
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Photos
of Shelly by Nina Fox |
Elvis Oraye Provost
October 12 1961 - July 18 2019
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Elvis
was from Wagner, SD. He was one of our Riders. He was also
a Freedom Rider. He rode along beside Ken Four Cloud, as they
both, along with many others, tried to get Leonard Peltier
released from Prison in Florida.
They rode from South Dakota to Coleman in Florida where Leonard
is imprisoned.
Elvis
enjoyed playing the flute and attending powwows. He was a
well known figure among the Riders, both our 38 + 2, and the
Freedom Ride.
Sadly
missed by all who knew him.
Elvis
on the Free Leonard peltier Ride in 2019, Ken Four Cloud second
from left
Thank
you so much for remembering Elvis we loved him so much and
I have so many stories but I know you have limited space so
I guess what I want everyone to remember about Elvis is this:
Elvis loved everyone with his whole heart and He is loved
and missed around the World - Julie Fike
See you later
Elvis, Safe Ride!
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Raymond Shepherd,
Jr. - Tas’unke Oh’anko “His Swift Horse”
September 04 1947 - January 15 2020
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There is no
death, only a change of Worlds
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From
Alberta and Jim Miller -
'Prayers for strength and condolences to the family of Ray Shepherd,
a long time Dakota 38+2 rider. Together with his sons they brought
a gentle yet strong energy to the ride. He is free to ride with
the ancestors, free of earthly burdens and I know he will continue
to help us along the trail.'
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Throughout
his younger years, Ray enjoyed playing softball and fast pitch.
He attended pow-wows, Dakota 38 + 2 Ride, and Sun Dances.
He was a great grass dancer.
Ray also loved rodeoing with The Boys, cookouts and visiting
family and friends. He enjoyed his horses, Pearl and Stanley.
He
worked for SWO Housing Authority for many years until he retired.
Ray
also enjoyed watching his great-grandsons play sports and
playing and watching horseshoes.
Ray
was a very caring, loving, person who got along with everyone.
He will be deeply missed by his children, grandchildren, family
and friends
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Maza Okiye Win -
Yvonne Agnes Leith
August 19th 1939 - February 25th 2013
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“Anpetu
inicage yaceya tka Maka owancaya wiyuskin. Wiconi canku amani
hece wiconi iyakihuni. Maka owanca ya ceya sta niye widuskin
- The day you were born, you cried and the world rejoiced. Live
your life, so that when you die, the world cries and you rejoice”.
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Yvonne
was the spiritual backbone and inspiration for Dakota Wicohan’s
foundation and work. Despite her long battle with cancer, she
continued to encourage, support, mentor, advocate, educate,
teach and guide the work of the Dakota revitalization movement.
Yvonne journeyed to the spirit world on Monday, February 25th,
surrounded by family and friends, ceremony and song.
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Yvonne
cooked for the riders and the runners too for many years. She
was our supporter, especially for the youth riders of Sunktanka
and Dakota Wicohan programs. She was born on August 19, 1939
and entered the spirit world on February 25, 2013. She was a
member of the Upper Sioux Community and proud Sisseton-Wahpeton-Mdewakanton
Dakota winyan and a good Kunsi and Tuwin to many.
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The grandmothers
of the ride gave us and continue to give us strength.
Roger Lee Hook
February 19, 1959 - November 2, 2020
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Roger
lived in Russell, MN, and for many years has been taking care
of the Riders and horses as they come through his area. He
along with the Pipestone Community worked together each year
so that the Ride was catered for in both places. It was a
passion of his. He will be sadly missed.
Roger
Lee Hook was born in Redwood Falls, Minnesota, he was married
to Brenda Brown in December of 1998 and they made their home
in Russell. He was proud to serve on the Russell Fire Department
for 25 years and he also worked as a First Responder. Roger
also held many offices in the town of Russell, serving as
City Counselman, Grace First Parish Church Council member,
Mayor, and he was on the board for Bandwagon Days.
Roger
is survived by his wife, Brenda; children, Randy (Chrissy)
Hook of Russell, Nicole (Matt) Heidecker of Tyler, Renee (Troy)
Lehmann of Winthrop; 5 grandchildren, Aubrey Hook, Ripley
Hook, Reese Hook, Maxxwell Lehmann, Ethan Lehmann; mother,
Delores Hook of Marshall; siblings, Sherlyn (Bruce) Brown
of Russell, David (Kim) Hook of Russell, Cyndi Hook of Russell,
Daryl (Cheryl) Hook of Tyler, James (Amy) Hook of Griswold,
IA; his black lab, Bear; nieces, nephews, other relatives,
and friends.
Roger
was one who openly spoke his mind, and everyone knew he needed
to get the last word. He did things his own way.
Our
Admin Cari said, ' I remember him and I saw him the different
times I went to meet the Riders in Russell. Always a smile
on his face and so helpful to ALL.'
I
remember him when I met him along the road on the Ride in
2010, my Neice, our Admin Marge also remembers him when they
all got together to organize the hospitality for the Riders
each year in Pipestone. He will be missed during the Ride
from now on.
I
put him just before Chuck so they can chat and have a laugh
together!
RIP
our friend. Thanks for all you did for the Ride.
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Chuck (Running Elk)
Derby
February 17th 1941 - August 7th 2010
Chuck
at Bear Butte 2008
Sadly
Missed
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Chuck
owned and ran the Little Feather Center in Pipestone. He was
a quarrier of the sacred red stone and a Pipe maker for over
60 years.
He
loved the Ride, and I promised him before he passed over that
I would do what I could for it. The Face book group page is
continuing because of that promise, and this web page is here
because of him as well
His
sister Alice Erickson did the same and she now makes sure
the Riders are fed and warm, and that the horses are looked
after when they come through Pipestone every year. Both she
and I will continue to do this while we are able to.
Chuck
passed away of Pancreatic Cancer on August 7th, 2010 in his
beloved Pipestone, surrounded by his family. He smiled as
he passed over and we knew he would be OK
Gloria Hazell-Derby (Chuck's Widow)
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Chuck making a Pipe in the Little Feather Center, Pipestone, MN
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