Our beloved, Dad, Grandpa, Great-Grandpa: Harold Dean Blount went to be with his Lord and Savior on December 31, 2020 in Billings, Montana after a hard fought battle with Covid-19.
Dad was born November 9, 1937 on a hill in Brockton Montana attended by his grandmother. He grew up in the Brockton area until the age of five and then moved to Frazer, which became his home until his passing. Dad touched may lives throughout his life, as a coach, mentor and most of all a Pastor at Cansuska Presbyterian Church. He attended school in Frazer and graduated in 1956. He then Joined the Navy in June of that year. He proudly served his country as a Naval intelligence officer- which had him learn many different languages. He was really proud of the Russian language and often found joy in visiting with other people who also knew the language. Dad married the love of his life Sadie Mae November 9, 1963, to this union they were blessed with eight children: Carol Jean, Vicki, Big Son, Baby girl, Thomas, Melanie, Richard, and Waylan. They adopted two sons: Roger White Sr. and the Late Russell White. They enjoyed a beautiful life until Mom’s passing April 24, 2013.
Dad worked for area farmers and ranchers after being honorably discharged from the Navy. He later became a Tribal Council Member for the Fort Peck Tribes from 1967 to 1987, commuting to Poplar every day. He served on the Norval Electric Board from 1988 to 1991. He started work for the Frazer School and became the Business Clerk, a job he enjoyed right up until his passing. He was also instrumental in starting the A&S Industries which he was very proud of.
Dad coached baseball for many years, basketball and football for Frazer School and was also the AD for many years. He also coached and played slow pitch softball for many years. Dad touched many lives and was a very kind and loving man. He was everyone’s “Grandpa Dean”.
We will miss you dearly Daddy but we know that you are with Mom and our brothers and sister enjoying a beautiful reunion. Dad, you always told us to always put God first and how education is very important. You instilled it in our children and grandchildren. We love you Dad. Love you always and forever…. Daddy, Grandpa and Great-Grandpa.
Dad is survived by his children, Carol (Karl) Wallette, Vicki (Tom) Dahl, Thomas Blount, Melanie (Mike) Cole, Waylan (Michelle) Blount, Nick (Faye) Blount, Roger White Sr., Meryl Smith, Suzann Smith and Nicole Dietrich; his grandchildren, Jaylan (Ashley) Blount, Markell Blount, Korbin Cole, Caleb Blount, Clint Bushman (Kailey), Sharla Bushman (John), Rosina Blount, Brenna Blount, Shoni Blount, Callin Grey Bear, Roger, Amanda, Jake, Justin,& Nicole White and Kelbee Blount; his Great grandchildren, Logan, Keeley, Lucas, Lennon Rose, Jeremiah Richard, Joshua Dean, Zayliana and Charlie Mae. He is also survived by a sister, Marietta Four Bear; an aunt, Gloria Garcia; and cousins, Judy Johnson, Eileen Buckman & Rae Jean Belgarde; and many nieces, nephews, aunties, cousins and many long-time friends.
Dad is preceded in death by his children, Harold Dean Blount Jr., Richard Buck Blount and Russell White; his parents, George & Clara (Red Eagle) Blount; his siblings, Pearl Four Bear, Arlene Standing, Wayne Blount, Lucille Blue Earth, Rita Talks Different, Dennis Blount, George Blount Jr., Marion Blount, Myron Blount and Robert Black Dog Sr.; his aunts and uncles, Jack and Joyce Tootoosis, Phillip Red Eagle, Winnie Smith, Alice, Rita and Catherine; and numerous grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
Funeral service will be 11:00 a.m. Thursday, January 7, 2021 at Frazer School Gymnasium and burial with Military Honors at Oswego Presbyterian Cemetery. Family asks that you follow Covid-19 restrictions: wear your mask, social distance and keep your hands clean. Bell Mortuary is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be left for the family at bellmortuarymontana.com.
Pauline Azure-Feuvray says
We are sorry to hear of Dean’s passing who will now meet his Maker. God bless the family and relatives.
Irene and Bill Rathert says
He will be missed Thinking of the family He was a very good man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you
Jim Marmon says
My condolences to the family. Dean was a great man of God. I will miss him.
MICHAEL SLAATS says
So sorry to hear of Dean’s passing. He was such a nice person. As a customer over the years you would not find anyone more loyal. He did great things for the community and school in Frazer. I got to know him when i was at UBC in Wolf Point and now All Seasons Home Center in Glasgow. He will be missed. My condolences to his family and friends.
Mandy Azure says
So sorry to hear of Dean’s passing! Such a huge loss for our entire community! Prayers to all his family and friends he left behind.
KELLY DOORNEK says
I am so very sorry to hear that Dean passed away. He was my School Business Clerk buddy and I am truly going to miss his calls to chat with me. My condolences to his family. He was truly a great man that I admired very much .
Greg Bushman says
Condolences to the Blount families. Dean was truly a special man and touched many lives. I was thankful to have known him. RIP Dean. The community lost a great man and leader.
Heidi Gale says
I am so sorry to hear of Dean’s passing, he was so kind. He was truly a lovely person and my heart broke when I heard the news.
Alice Christensen says
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Alice says
My thoughts and prayers are with you all
Britt L says
Dean, I saw you in your darkest hours but the squeeze of your hand when I called you Dean after they said you weren’t really following commands meant that you were there and still fighting. You amazed me each time I got to see you, legs crossed and everything.
You will be missed by many I hear and I am so sorry to all for your loss. it truly saddens me and I wish I could have done more. My thoughts and prayers.
Rosella Sky Arrow says
RIP Mr. Blount, thank you for all your service to our reservation communities. Prayers of comfort for all your family.
Robert D Buckles says
I salute you, rest in peace, Dean.
Carol Gilham says
So sorry to hear of Dean’s passing. He was a mentor and friend during my first teaching job at Frazer High School. He reminded me a few times we were related-Blounts and McClammies. I admired how he treated everyone with kindness and respect-he will be missed. My sympathies to his family.
Cindy Viste Anderson says
I am so sorry to hear of Dean’s passing. He was so good to me during my time at Frazer. My condolences to the family. He will be missed.
Roger Britton says
It is with true sadness that we have lost one of the most admired school clerks and personal friends of mine for so many years. He was always so proud of his Bear Cubs and the students at Frazer school and an excellent mentor for students and staff . I was privileged to have such a genuine caring friend for so many years. REST IN PEACE MY FRIEND.
Tim Redwood (Bushman) says
To Dean’s family, I offer my condolences.
Dean was truly a person to be admired and respected. I always appreciated the kindness, friendship and support he extended to me in my youth, one of the most sincere and genuine guys I ever knew.
Dean will be missed by all that had the privilege of knowing him. I look forward to seeing him again in Eternity 🙂
Cam Martin says
To all the Blunt families, so sorry of your loss. I always enjoyed my visits with Dean had to be the most genuine man around. Always a positive role model to all, so sorry Cam, Jodi , Mecaila & Mandi Martin.
Alcinda J James says
To Dean’s family and church, I offer my condolences, Dean knew God and loved doing His work for his family and his church.
Alcinda James, Upper Ohio Valley Presbytery
Donna Dascher says
We are saddened by the passing of Dean. He was a good guy! He was so sweet, he never failed to say hi when we saw him. I have many memories of him from the baseball days. That’s when we met him (in the 90’s). God bless you all.
Hopkins says
Dean was a true educator of both the Nakoda and Dakota Language he will be missed by the whole reservation. He cared truly about the kids and their education values and aspirations! He was medicine for the whole reservation and I was glad to work with him the short time I did!
Connie Quinn says
May the promise in God’s Word be your hope today, your peace tomorrow and your comfort always. Dean had a way of making everyone feel special and that trait has been passed to his children and family. He will be missed by many, but most especially he will be missed by the people of his church for they were always in his mind and on his heart. Rest in peace, dear friend.
Connie Quinn, Upper Ohio Valley Presbytery
Mark Johnston says
I am sorry for your loss. I worked with Dean for many years doing various landscape projects for the school. He was a true professional, and he always did what was in the best interest of the students and community of Frazer. His whole family is in my prayers. The world lost one of the good guys.
Dawn Nelson says
Sending the Blount Family my sincerest sympathy. Dean was a special guy and will forever be remembered. He touched the lives of so many people, young and old. I always enjoyed running into him around Glasgow and at sporting events. He will be missed! Praying that your memories of Dean will bring you comfort in the days ahead.
Butch Zieske says
I got to know Dean through sports over many years. I considered him a well respected friend and colleague. My family will miss seeing him and the visits we had. Please know our thoughts are with you the family.
Roger and Laura Wagner says
Dean was a man who was honest and a good leader. I appreciate how encouraging he was to young people. Our sympathy goes to all his family.
Brian Gregory says
I could tell at first that Dean didn’t quite know what to think of me when we met. But a week later, I told him, “I heard you speak Russian” and his face lit up like a Christmas tree, and we were immediate friends. Whenever he saw me somewhere, he’d shout a greeting in Russian at me, and we’d talk like old friends. He was loved.
Das Vudanya, heroshi Droog moy! Begii c bogu.
Florence McGeshick Garcia says
My condolences to Dean’s family. He was an advocate for education and culture. He will be missed.
Denise Williams says
I am so very sorry to hear of Dean’s passing. . Dean was a true pleasure to work with! What a kind, sweet person – I will miss our occassional phone conversations.
Joan Anderson, former School Finance Director for MT says
I worked with Dean on school finance issues. He was a lovely man and did wonderful things for the schools and for children. I miss him.