Leonard James Youngman was born to William Youngman Jr and Stella (Coulter) Youngman on June 11,1949 in Poplar, MT; where he was raised and went to Poplar Schools. He met Carol Clincher during their High school years, they got married in 1969. Before Jo’e was born, they left in 70’s to California on the “Relocation Program”. They moved home in 72’, after son, Robin was born. They later divorced and stayed in Poplar. Leonard went firefighting for many years during the summer, he then later went on to school for mechanics in Glendive, MT. After his schooling, he came home and started working for CETA, to Tribal Enterprise Laborer/Truck driver, Certified water operator. Then transferred to Ft Peck Tribal Enterprise and became director after 30 plus years, until his passing. He was also a Volunteer EMT for the Poplar area. Later on, he and his companion Louise Ell started raising her grandson’s, Dustin and Terrell as their own and many others along the way.
His hobbies were hunting, fishing, working, watching sports, and spending time with his grandkids.
Preceding him in death are his parents, William “Bill” Youngman Jr and Stella; Lucille Holen; sisters, Lois-Jean and Arlene; brothers, Monte, Eldon, and Floyd; niece, Michelle “Sissy” Youngman; and nephew, Ira De Leon.
He is survived by daughter Jo’e Youngman; son, Robin Youngman of Poplar, MT; companion of 30 plus years, Louise Ell; sister, Doris (Gene) Gone of Hays, MT; aunts, Delilah Alfrey, Florence “ Woshpi” Youngman, and Rita Longchase; and grandsons, Quinn Sutherland, who he raised and Colton, of the family home; nieces, Tana, Edletha, Laura, Jeani, Deidre, Sharyl, and Carly Clincher and Family; special granddaughters; Alexandria Longee, Kacie Youngman (Alan), Rumiko, Muriko, and Zo’e Mireau; grandson, Dana T Mireau; special grandkids and great-grandkids, AzMae Franklin, Talianah Albright, Janaya Sutherland and Tyson Sutherland, of Poplar, MT Alexis Sutherland of Rocky Boy, MT; special grandsons, James Holen, Dustin Sutherland and Terrell Sutherland and families, Jesse Sutherland and Tommy Sutherland; step daughters, Connie, Cheryl, and Sandra Sutherland and families and Dean Sutherland of Poplar and Rocky Boy, MT; special nephew, Mitch Youngman and Family of Poplar, MT; uncles, Mike Youngman Sr of Poplar, MT, and Douglas Youngman and Family; cousins, Wilma, Izzy, Donna, Deloris, and Elouise Youngman all of Poplar; and nephew Terry Redd. Extended Families are Charbonneau, Petersons, De Leon, Foote and Youngmans.
He was a very humble, kind, caring, loving Father, Grandpa, Great Grandpa, Brother, Uncle, Friend, Son and Relative, with the biggest heart, to all who knew him. He was very hardworking, and on call ready to help through the days, nights and weekends. He was so proud of all his grandchildren, who he cherished very much. We will love and miss you “Papa Len”! Till we meet again, forever in our hearts.
Leonard had a large Family, sorry if anyone was left out. He kept all of you in his thoughts and prayers.
A viewing will be held from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesday, October 28 at the Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel in Wolf Point. A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, October 29 at the Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel. Interment will follow at the Box Elder Cemetery in Poplar. Due to COVID-19 guidelines we are asked to keep attendance at the services limited to 30 individuals. Masks are required for all public services. Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel of Wolf Point has been entrusted with the arrangements. Condolences can be sent to the family by using the form below.