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LYLE RAY WATERS


 

 

“KOLA YA’ PI’ WASTE”

MAY 12, 1977 – FEB 17, 2019

Lyle Ray Waters “Kola Ya’ pi’ Waste’ was born on May 12, 1977 in Gordon, NE to Shannon L. Palmier and Lester Waters. Lyle made his journey to the Spirit World on February 17, 2019 at his home in Pine Ridge, SD.

Lyle was raised in Pine Ridge, and lived by the Western and Cowboy way of life. Lyle was known for his humor and welcoming character which made many lifelong friends through the love of horses and rodeo.

Lyle attended Red Cloud School throughout his life up to his Junior year then transferred to Pine Ridge High School where he graduated in 1994.

Lyle had a huge heart and was always the big brother to all the cousins, and the Father-figure to his nieces and nephews, when needed. He was loyal to all the cowboys and cowgirls and was always there to lend a hand or give words of encourage- ment.

Shortly after High School, Lyle met Angel Black Feather and upon this union they had four daughters: Sierra Rose, Sienna Rain, Misty Dawn and Cheyenne Rain. Through him, they’ve been passed down many of his great qualities; his humor, his care for the ranch, his laugh, his distinctive features and most of all, his generosity.

Lyle is survived by his children, Sierra Rose Waters, Misty Dawn Waters, and Cheyenne Rain Waters, all of Pine Ridge, SD; hunka children, Timothy Waters and Shayonna Waters, both of Pine Ridge, SD; mother, Shannon L. Palmier of Pine Ridge, SD; siblings, Lester “Bull” (Barbara Brewer) Waters, Cass (Shelly) Waters and Calvin Carlow all of Pine Ridge, SD, Cole (Cathy Gray) Waters of Eagle Butte, SD, Melanie (Mitch Brewer) Waters of Rapid City, SD, Michelle “Peaches” Yellow Bird of Pine Ridge, SD, Lucy Real Bird & Family of Garry Owen, Montana, Winona (Daniel) Crazy Thunder of Pine Ridge, SD, Bo James Ferguson of Cheyenne Creek, Pine Ridge, SD, John Waters of Sharp’s Corner, SD, and Dena Colhoff of Rapid City, SD; grandfathers, Bud Waters of Cheyenne Creek, Pine Ridge, SD and Boy Palmier of Kyle, SD; aunts, Lindy Trueblood, Evelyn “Sissy” Eagle Bull, Lloydell “Suzy” Mesteth, Jackie Miller, Lynnel “Lynnie” Eagle Bull, and Darrelyn “Tinky” Steele, all of Pine Ridge, SD, Sharon Waters of Hot Springs, SD and Mona Waters of Cheyenne Creek, Pine Ridge, SD; uncles, Dale “Rawhide” Palmier of Whiteclay, NE, Tom (Troy) Waters of Pine Ridge, SD, Wayne Waters of California, Lonnie Waters of Cheyenne Creek, Pine Ridge, SD and Forest S. Waters of Ozark, AK; Godson, Cole Cash Waters; along with several nieces and nephews.

Lyle was preceded in death by his father, Lester Leon Waters; daughter, Sienna Rain Waters; sister, Misty Denelle Waters; brother, Lonnie Pilcher; his horse, Luke and his dog, Roadie; grandmothers, Joann (Goings) Waters, Jacklyn (Ecoffey) Palmier, Gladys Ecoffey and Jessie (Waters) Good Shield; aunts, Colleen Green and Lynette Palmier; and uncles, Darold Waters, Harold Waters, William “Billy” Palmier, Darrell “Jumbo” Waters and Larry Eagle Bull.

Pallbearers were all Cowboys & Indians. Honorary Pallbearers were All Rodeo Stock Contractors & Rodeo Friends, All Nieces, Nephews, Aunts, Uncles, Cousins, Relatives & Friends.

The Waters Family would like to Thank everyone for showing their love and support during this difficult time.

A one-night wake service was held on Sunday, February 24, 2019 at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church Hall in Pine Ridge, SD. Funeral Services were held on Monday, February 25, 2019 at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church Hall in Pine Ridge, SD. Officiating was Fr. Ed Hunt and Lay Minister Anthony Wounded Head. Traditional Lakota Services provided by Mr. Rob Lawrence, Mr. Rob Waters and Mr. Tim Mesteth. Burial Services were held at the Waters’ Rodeo Arena, Pine Ridge, SD. Arrangements entrusted with Sioux Funeral Home of Pine Ridge, SD.

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