Candice Renee Birdhat- Eagle Trail Woman-was born in Wolf Point, Montana on November 9, 1979 to Carmen Welch and Clinton Birdhat. Candice took her journey home to Creator on September 8, 2024 at the age of 44.
Candy lived the majority of her life in Frazer, Montana where she was very closely bonded with her loved ones. From the time she was a little girl, Candy’s fun loving nature was very evident. She loved to tease and laugh with her friends and family. She attended elementary school in Frazer and some high school. Most of her days were spent playing outside with her brothers and her many friends. During her time spent in school she was a very talented athlete, excelling in cross country and track.
In 1997 she married Phillip Fourstar Jr and they made their home in Germany. They had two children together, Griffin and Hallee. They returned home to Frazer and later divorced. In 2004 Candice met and entered a relationship with Leroy Friskey, two years later they welcomed their son Shane to the family. They eventually separated but remained cordial.
Candice, along with her family, was a small business owner, Candy’s Concession. Their travels were many and the memories they shared with her are priceless. Candy’s Concession was well known throughout the pow-wow circuit. The lines were long and the work was hard but the time with family was worth it.
Candice’s life was short, only 44 years, but the impact she made on others will be felt forever. Her sense of humor and laughter will never be forgotten. She was a happy go lucky individual with an adventurous spirit. Candice’s generosity and kindness for others is truly unforgettable, she wouldn’t hesitate to help anyone in need. Her biggest joy was her children and family, and the void she leaves behind is immense.
Candice is survived by her children Griffin and Hallee Fourstar, Shane Friskey, her mother Carmen Welch, all of Frazer, MT. She is also survived by her grandson Kane Curtis of Scobey, MT and sister Misty King, of Lame Deer, MT. Maternal grandmother Susan LaRoque, maternal aunts Roxanne (Franklin) Turntoes, Nikki Smoker, Tracey Hengtes, Lori Jones, Kelley Meyers, Carol Georss, Allison Jackson, Roxy Macdonald, Brandy Long, uncle Will Georss and grandfather Joe Beston. She is also survived by her paternal uncle LaForce Siouxcalf and aunt Evangelina Solis. Nieces Morgan and Grace, nephews Damon, Vitor, Christian, Cronus and Jacob, grand-daughter Mae. Also, her adopted sister Misty Rose Sugg.
She is preceded in death by her brothers Curtis Birdhat and Sloan Follet, niece Cailee Birdhat and stepfathers Simon Follet, Ray Ackerman. Paternal Grandparents: Max and Beulla Siouxcalf, Maternal Great Grandparents Wilson and Josephine Jackson. Paternal Aunts and Uncles: Colleen Spang, Theresa Ant, Curtis Ant, Alvin Birdhat. Close cousins Jaime, John and Susan Smoker; and Eric Follet. Candice has a very large family, please forgive us if we have forgotten anyone, it was not intentional.
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