Evangeline Vijil Obituary
Evangeline Vijil (Poplar, Montana) passed away on September 28, 2026. Evangeline, born on November 23, 1968, shared life alongside family, friends, and others. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Evangeline Vijil or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
Evangeline will be remembered for the impact she had on the lives of those around her. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Evangeline will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture her life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Evangeline’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued her companionship.
She was loved and cherished by many people including: husband: Arnold Vijil; children: Quentin A. Vijil, Lane Vijil, Cynthia M. Vijil, Michelle Long Knife Wolf Tail, and Angela J. Vijil; grandchildren: Jaden Qualo, Jessie Yazzie, Arlo Yazzie, Raine Vijil, Elyco Long Knife Wolf Tail, Noctis Long Knife Wolf Tail, and Andrea Curley; parents: Lorraine Red Boy and Benjamin Fast Horse; foster parents: Donald Osgood and Carol Osgood; grandmother: Lela Red Boy; brothers: Adrian Red Boy, Paul Feather, Melvyn, and Allen; sisters: Waynette Boyd, Leah Feather, and Lesley Red Boy; nephews: Brandon and Allison; cousins: Phillip, Gordon, Henry, and Williamette; as well as many cousins and relatives from the Red Boys, Fast Horses, Bear Hills and Boyds, and friends.
A wake will be held on Wednesday, October 7th 2026 at 7:00 PM at the Poplar Cultural Center (702 Court Ave, Poplar, MT 59255). A funeral service will be held on Thursday, October 8th 2026 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the same location.
