Connie Jean Crowe-Smith tragically left this earthly world on December 15, 2020. This was her eldest son Eddy O. Jrs’ 40th birthday.
Connie Jean was born on December 22, 1958 to Nelson James Crowe and Elizabeth Ruby Red Boy at Poplar community hospital. She spent her life in Poplar attending school, living life and eventually marrying her best friend Eddy O. Smith Sr. on January 27th 1979. In 1982 they moved to Riverside where they’ve resided since.
Their first son Edward Orval, Jr was born on December 15,1980. Followed by Dustin William on January 10th, 1985. They joined their older sister Carrie Lee.
Connie worked for many years with the BIA, then switching employment with the Fort Peck Tribes. She retired when health issues got to be too much.
Connie, Eddy, Sister Edna & Brother Mike & sister in law Lovena were awesome bowlers in their hey day. Winning many trophies in tournaments.
Connie enjoyed crocheting at one time, creating many beautiful projects. Most notably was a huge blanket for her son Eddy Jr with a huge four leaf clover in the middle for their beloved Boston Celtics.
Connie & family enjoyed all sitting down to watch the Celtics play and cheer. She thoroughly enjoyed when friends would show up to visit and reminisce, especially enjoying Elmer and Kristie’s fish frys and karaoke nights. Connie hosted many holidays and birthdays in her home.
During the summers the family could all be found down at the river fishing and enjoying family time with Mom Bette.
The family thanks everyone for the prayers and condolences and acts of kindness after our tragic loss, they will never be forgotten.
Connie is preceded in death by Mom and Daddy, Husband Eddy O. Sr., eldest son Eddy O. Jr, maternal grandparents Archie and Ruby (Cloud) Red Boy, paternal grandparents, Theodore Crowe and Inez Pretty Bear Thompson, father in law William “Buck” Smith, grandma Sarah Three Stars, a baby son, uncle Archie Red Boy Jr., uncle/brother Dennis Red Boy, Austin “Moose” and August “Jug” Spotted Wolf who she considered her brothers, brother Charlie Crazy Bull, Sis Francine Lemay, grandpa Orville Cloud, grandmas Delma Black Dog, Bessie Little Head Effie Two Bulls, Jeanette Youpee
Connie is survived by grandsons Dustin Jr and Dillinger Smith, Tyler and Travis Jr Pribbernow, grandaughters Whitlee and Aiesha Smith, Anna Louise Pribbernow and DeShaunti Louise Smith, Daughter Carrie Lou (Travis Sr) Pribbernow, step father Cyril E. Iron Ring, best friend and sister Debbie Scott Hill of Hardin, MT, Sisters Delores Crowe and Family, Dolly Crowe and family, Sister in Law Edna (Larry) Wetsit, Brothers in law Mike (Lovena) Smith and family of Wahpeton, ND, and Paul (Corina) Smith and family of Wolf Point, MT, uncle Donovan Red Boy, Aunties Merceline Red Boy, Juanita (Doug) Youngman, Naomi Montclair, Velma Nepstad, Judy Red Boy, Doris Red Boy, Arletta Black Dog, Audrey Ghost Dog, Darleen (Pudd) Brown
And many cousins too numerous to mention. She had many friends she cherished and considered sisters, most notably her “twin” Ethelene White Hawk.
Rest in peace Sister, Mom, Grandma and Friend. We will all miss your “Good Morning” texts. See you later
You are loved beyond measure, Cuwe
A wake will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 2, 2021 at the Poplar Cultural Center in Poplar, Montana. The funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, February 3, 2021 at the Poplar Cultural Center in Poplar, Montana. Interment will follow at the Smith Family Cemetery. Condolences for the family may be left using the form below.