Wallis Joan Fourstar Blount, “Eagle Feather Woman” “Wave the Feather Woman”, started her Journey on Saturday, May 15, 2021 at the age of 83. She lived a full and beautiful life.
Joan was born on April 14, 1938 to Wallace Fourstar and Evaline Dawson Archdale. She grew up in the Oswego area before going to boarding school in South Dakota. She returned to help care for her siblings and attended school in Frazer; eventually getting her G.E.D. She was employed at the production department at the A&S Industries in Poplar during the late 70’s, and later worked at the Frazer Recreation Hall; but her true calling was raising her family.
Joan met Dennis Blount and they were married September 10, 1955 in Wolf Point. Together they had 3 daughters, Nadine, Sandra, and Denise; later becoming foster parents to many children in need and grandparents to 9. Joan loved her family. She was her girls’ number one fan; supporting them at their many sporting events, school, and church activities. Joan and Dennis were very proud to be involved with many Frazer community events for many years; including the Red Bottom Celebration, the Fourth of July Committee, and Cansuska Presbyterian Church. She enjoyed running the Sunday school program and ladies’ aid. Joan was quite the seamstress and spent much of her time making star quilts, clothing, wall hangings, bingo bags, and everything in between. She always kept her hands busy with various craft projects and her puzzle books. She enjoyed sitting outside, reading her favorite western books and her daily newspapers. She loved to travel and looked forward to her adventures with her sister, Julia; and often reminisced of her many trips “down south”.
We can say many things about Joan, but the most important is, she was very kind hearted. She was always busy and always willing to help; whether it be running bingo fundraisers 3 times a week with Dennis, cooking and baking for ceremonies, feeds and birthdays, making star quilts for giveaways or simply helping with her grandkids. We could always count on her.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Dennis Blount; parents, Wallace Fourstar and Evaline Dawson Archdale; brothers, Robert Fourstar, Oliver Archdale, Ivan Archdale, and Donovan Shields; sister, Leta Firemoon; infant brothers and sisters, Milton Fourstar, Angeline Fourstar, Sheldon Archdale, and Jon Archdale; granddaughters, Jennifer Rose Windy Boy and Ruby Jewel White Eagle; nephews, Vincent “Reed” Firemoon, Dawson Firemoon, Thomas Firemoon, and Robert Archdale; niece, Rebecca Archdale; sisters-in-law, Pearl Fourbear, Arlene Standing, Marian Blount, Lucille Blue Earth, and Rita Talks Different; brothers-in-law, George Blount, Jr., Wayne Blount, Myron Blount, and Harold Dean Blount.
Joan will be greatly missed by her daughters, Nadine (Jim) DeCoteau, Sandra (Joe) White Eagle, and Denise Blount Windy Boy Garfield; sister, Julia Farrar; brother, Kenneth Ryan; sisters-in-law, Marietta Fourbear and Thelma Blount; grandchildren, Ellen Enriquez, Megan DeCoteau, Samantha (Frank) Espinoza, Adam DeCoteau, Marcus DeCoteau, Dennis “DJ” (Chantelle) White Eagle, and Katie Garfield; great-grandchildren, Dreona Beston, Diamante “Didi” Enriquez, Dante Enriquez, and Dahlia “Dolly” Enriquez, Evelyn “Shorty” Yellowhammer, Donovan Espinoza, Jenuine Gray Windy Boy, Jazmyn Windy Boy, Joanie Windy Boy, Jaimie Windy Boy, Joseph Windy Boy, Jonathan Windy Boy, John Windy Boy, and Elliana White Eagle. She had many nephews, nieces, and friends. If we failed to mention anyone we apologize, mom loved you all.
We would like to thank the staff at Faith Lutheran Home for the care and friendship shown to our mother during her final years.
The four day feast will be held at noon on Tuesday, May 18 at the Frazer Community Hall. A family prayer service will be held 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 18 at the Cansuska Presbyterian Church in Frazer. A funeral service will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 19 at the Cansuska Presbyterian Church in Frazer. Joan will be laid to rest next to her husband, Dennis, at the Oswego Presbyterian Cemetery. Bell Mortuary of Glasgow has been entrusted with the funeral arrangements.
Service Schedule
Prayer Service
7:00 p.m.
Tuesday May 18, 2021
Cansuska Presbyterian Church
Frazer, Montana 59225
Funeral Service
11:00 a.m.
Wednesday May 19, 2021
Cansuska Presbyterian Church
Frazer, Montana 59225
Service Schedule
Prayer Service
7:00 p.m.
Tuesday May 18, 2021
Cansuska Presbyterian Church
Frazer, Montana 59225
Funeral Service
11:00 a.m.
Wednesday May 19, 2021
Cansuska Presbyterian Church
Frazer, Montana 59225
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David E. & Chong Ae Boyd says
Prayers for my nieces, rest of the family and cousin Julia
Florence Fourstar says
My prayers and condolences to my sister, Joan’s family. Joan was a beautiful lady and always friendly. She was always helpful and caring. Rest In Peace! You are now a beautiful Angel.
Rita Weeks says
My condolences and prayers to Denise, Sandra, Nadine and families.
Pr. Christine Holler-Dinsmore says
Deepest condolences to the family and friends. May you find healing and comfort in the care and love of family and friends, and hope and peace in the love of the Creator who has welcomed her to the other side along with all her relations. Life is changed not ended.
Lifting yo up in prayer. Pr. Chris
Jonny BearCub Stiffarm says
Prayers and thoughts of comfort to the family. Aunt Joan has left many memories with us and know she was cherished by many. She was a quiet, gentle, kind Lady who always had a smile for you when you saw her. The memories will forever keep her close.
Wayne Wischmann says
So sorry for your loss. Rest in Peace!
Renita Longknife says
Prayers for love and comfort to my relatives at this time of sorrow.
Ingrid Firemoon says
My beloved auntie, We love you. You were also so kind to us as children. We will miss you forever. I couldn’t be there when they laid you in the ground, my job had me on travel. Nevertheless, RIP Auntie. Say hello to mom for me. We will see you again one day. Love always, Ingrid Firemoon and families.
Margaret Horn-Sampson says
My thoughts and prayers to the family. Joan was such a kind hearted lady and will be missed by all. 🙏🏽