JOSEPH LLOYD PANTHER BONE
Miikskimisoksistsokom (Iron Cloud)
Miikskimisoksistsokom (Iron Cloud)
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Joseph Lloyd “Joe” Panther Bone on May 10, 2025 in Cardston, Alberta. Joe leaves behind his nephew Jarett (Beth) Panther Bone and niece Amber Panther Bone and great nieces and nephews Seaanna and Saxton Panther Bone, Adrian, Zanna, Irvin Jr, and Zathan Panther Bone. Joe was also very excited to welcome the newest blessing soon to be coming for Jarett and Beth. His son Tyler (Natasha) Provost. Grandchildren Tyrone, Brooke, and Karsyn Provost. His aunties Vera Eagle Plume, and Justine Panther Bone. Brothers Elroy,Brian (Dolly), Michael Panther Bone, Patrick(Verden)Morning Owl and Kim Smallface. His maternal nephews and nieces Preston, Ian, Frisco, Damien and Sam Panther Bone, Jonah and Mays Wolf Leg, Jessie and Christopher Crane Bear, Treena Wolf Leg, and Francine and Stacy Hemmelspeck, Verona, Stephanie and Bobbi Jo Eagle Plume. His paternal nephews and nieces Ricky Standing Alone, Brian Cousey, Tyler Smallface, Charnelle Many Finger, Cutis Jr Smallface, Raven Smallface, Kristen White Quills, Sasha Heavy Runner. Loni White. Extended maternal adopted sisters Melodie Spotted Bull (deceased) and Karen Delaney, and their children his nieces and nephews Susan,Carmen, and Boss Spotted Bull, David Crow Shoe, Tony, Avery, and Slade Delaney. He had many, many more nephews and nieces. We apologise to those missed.
Joe “Uncle Joe” will be welcomed by his mother Joan Kathleen Panther Bone and his Sisters Anna Marie(Dolly) Panther Bone and Colleen Eagle Plume and Norma Smallface. Brothers Kenneth and Dwight(Ace) Panther Bone, Curtis Small Face. Nephews Benjamin White Quills, and Elroy Jr Panther Bone. Nieces Louise Panther Bone. and Tiffany Water Chief. Lily and Tila Crane Bear. Grandparents Charles(Louise) Panther Bone. Aunts Ruth Panther Bone, Emma White Feathers. Eva Spotted Bull, Cecil Wolf Child, Margaret Morning Owl, Valentine Matheson, Pearl Heavy Runner And Uncle Michael Panther Bone.
Joe Attended Cardston Elementary school, Cardston Junior High and High School and played for the baseball team shortly. Joe transferred to St. Marys(Kainai) High School where he played football for the St. Mary’s Warriors. Joe was very proud of his culture and spiritual traditions. Participating in the Sundance for many years, he was a strong blackfoot speaker, and knowledge keeper in our ways and traditions. His expertise in beading made him and his beadwork sought after by many, and his bead work is held in high regard.
Joe had passion for the game of pool; he was a part of the Lethbridge league and Calgary league with his teams Oki Napi, Shooter Nation, Ball Breakers, and No Horsing Around. Joe had the heart, dedication, motivation, and inspiration - Joe gave all and then some. Every person he played, a good game of pool was played, pool was a gentleman's game. Respect the player, respect the table, honour the game were words he said. He was one of the best, he had a kind and gentle heart and was amazing with bank shots! Over the years he excelled and mastered the game.
Joe’s current job position was a Medical Transportation Driver. Joe enjoyed his job, he was patient, compassionate, and respectful to those he drove to their appointments. He drove for other departments on Blood Tribe as well, and assisted and received training for those with special needs. He wore many hats and had many skills. Joe had many nicknames he was known by from friends and family for instance a few like “biker Joe, Injun Joe, and one time he was referred to as Reverend Joe”. But most commonly known by everyone as “Uncle Joe”. He will be greatly missed and now makes his spirit journey home.
A Wake Service for Joe will be held at Moses Lake Community Hall, Blood Reserve on Friday, May 23 from 6:00 – 11:00 pm. The Funeral Service will be held at Moses Lake Community Hall, on Saturday, May 24 at 12:00 pm. The interment will follow in Blood Band Cemetery, Blood Reserve, AB.
Joe “Uncle Joe” will be welcomed by his mother Joan Kathleen Panther Bone and his Sisters Anna Marie(Dolly) Panther Bone and Colleen Eagle Plume and Norma Smallface. Brothers Kenneth and Dwight(Ace) Panther Bone, Curtis Small Face. Nephews Benjamin White Quills, and Elroy Jr Panther Bone. Nieces Louise Panther Bone. and Tiffany Water Chief. Lily and Tila Crane Bear. Grandparents Charles(Louise) Panther Bone. Aunts Ruth Panther Bone, Emma White Feathers. Eva Spotted Bull, Cecil Wolf Child, Margaret Morning Owl, Valentine Matheson, Pearl Heavy Runner And Uncle Michael Panther Bone.
Joe Attended Cardston Elementary school, Cardston Junior High and High School and played for the baseball team shortly. Joe transferred to St. Marys(Kainai) High School where he played football for the St. Mary’s Warriors. Joe was very proud of his culture and spiritual traditions. Participating in the Sundance for many years, he was a strong blackfoot speaker, and knowledge keeper in our ways and traditions. His expertise in beading made him and his beadwork sought after by many, and his bead work is held in high regard.
Joe had passion for the game of pool; he was a part of the Lethbridge league and Calgary league with his teams Oki Napi, Shooter Nation, Ball Breakers, and No Horsing Around. Joe had the heart, dedication, motivation, and inspiration - Joe gave all and then some. Every person he played, a good game of pool was played, pool was a gentleman's game. Respect the player, respect the table, honour the game were words he said. He was one of the best, he had a kind and gentle heart and was amazing with bank shots! Over the years he excelled and mastered the game.
Joe’s current job position was a Medical Transportation Driver. Joe enjoyed his job, he was patient, compassionate, and respectful to those he drove to their appointments. He drove for other departments on Blood Tribe as well, and assisted and received training for those with special needs. He wore many hats and had many skills. Joe had many nicknames he was known by from friends and family for instance a few like “biker Joe, Injun Joe, and one time he was referred to as Reverend Joe”. But most commonly known by everyone as “Uncle Joe”. He will be greatly missed and now makes his spirit journey home.
A Wake Service for Joe will be held at Moses Lake Community Hall, Blood Reserve on Friday, May 23 from 6:00 – 11:00 pm. The Funeral Service will be held at Moses Lake Community Hall, on Saturday, May 24 at 12:00 pm. The interment will follow in Blood Band Cemetery, Blood Reserve, AB.