Our beloved mother Monica Rose Martell-Walking Eagle was born March 9,1956 and began her journey home March 15, 2023. She was born to Floyd Dominic Martell Sr. and Roberta Louise Martell in Blair, MT.
Mom grew up in Blair and attended Brockton School. As mom grew she loved to explore and experience living in different cities and states, but was always drawn back home to Poplar MT where she lived most of her life. Mom earned her high school equivalency diploma on May 28,1976. She attended Police Academy in Bismarck, ND and was a Certified Nurse’s Aide along with earning college credits. Throughout her life she enjoyed working at A & S, Poplar Hospital, Spotted Bull, Poplar Head Start, and while living in Denver, CO she worked as a Secretary and CNA for Health Resources and Services Administration. During her employment she earned many certificates including most dedicated.
Anyone who knew mom knew she was a strong woman, outspoken with an amazing sense of humor, and a heart of pure gold. She was always there for everyone and anyone. In her early 20’s mom fell crazy in love with her husband Alfred Walking Eagle Sr. She loved and enjoyed spending time with her family, and friends. In her spare time you could always find her playing bingo, playing machines, and fishing! Mom had a passion for traditional dancing and wanted one day to own an all buckskin dress so she can show off her dancing skills. We all know now she got that dress and is dancing through the gates of heaven. In the end she spent all of her time at home with her children and grandchildren. She is going to be missed dearly!
Mom was preceded in death by her grandparents: Sahnos and Emma (War Club) Henderson, Charles and Sophia (Lambert) Martell; Parents: Floyd Dominc Sr. and Roberta Lousie (Henderson) Martell. Siblings: Floyd “Little Guy” Jr. Martell, Jack Martell, Lori Ann Martell. Nephews: Billy Jack “BJ” Martell, Delmar Martell, niece: Lisa Martell. Grandchildren: Samantha Headdress, Robert Pinkerton, Tyler Pinkerton, and great-granddaughter: Mahlani Lezard.
Mom is survived by her husband Alfred Walking Eagle Sr. Siblings: Betty Martell, Stanley (LaTosha) Martell, Frank (Judy) Martell, Sophia (Mitch) Youngman, Mildred (William) Friedrich, and Sister-in-Law Cheryl Martell; Children: Donovan Martell, Jessica (Raul) Garcia-Garza, Roberta (Karl) Not Afraid, Tonetta (Orin) Cantrell, Alfred (Erica) Walking Eagle, Buddy(Amaris) WalkingEagle, Jack Walking Eagle, Chili (Myron) Walking Eagle, Ida (Lance) Kicking Woman; Grandchildren: Donovan Martell Jr., Torie Martell, Preston Martell, Callin Martell, Courtney Martell, Khloe Martell, Julian Hernandez, Jesimee Hernandez, Christian Pinkerton, Michael Pinkerton, Julie Pinkerton, Justin Pinkerton, Debra Pinkerton, Tamra Pinkerton, Monica Solano, Ramiro Solano Jr., Owen Cantrell, Alfred Walking Eagle III, Yamni Walking Eagle, Itzel Walking Eagle, Julian Runs Above, Tyre Walking Eagle, Meliyah Clark, Rocky Clark III, Mahleek Welch; Nieces and Nephews: Willard (Tsz Ling) White, Bernice (Michael) Jordan, Waylon (Connie) Youpee, DevenRay DeMarrias, Jasmine (Sean) DeMarrias, Elizabeth (Jeremy Sr.) Longee, Dawn (Jesse) Johnson, Floyd Martell III, Duane Martell, Wilma (Patrick) Martell, Sebrina (Robert) Martell, Emma Martell, Frank Martell Jr., Cale (Clarise) Martell, Brandon Martell, Cameron (Carly) Martell, Keandra Martell, Maurice (Tiffany) Elk Jr., Ashley Elk, Chauncey Elk, Brandi (Glen) Brown, Troy Brown Jr., Tommy Brown, Zandalie Big Horn, Boy (Aileen) Youngman, Samantha Youngman, Sasha Youngman, Mitchell Youngman Jr., William Youngman, Anthony Youngman, Heather (Jerry) Martell, Miles (Lamoiya) Boxer, Lenny (Jen) Boxer, Kristie (Nick) Ogle.
We are sorry if we missed anyone, she has a big family
Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel has been entrusted with arrangements. Condolences for the family may be left using the form below.