Our beloved Dominic Floyd Martell Sr., 84, went home on Thursday, September 27 th . He was born June 6, 1934 in Poplar. He was the son Charles and Sophie (Lambert) Martell.
Dominic attended day school in Fort Kipp. The youngest of 12 children, he enjoyed time with his brothers, as well as, playing the violin. He also found rodeo and boxing as a passion. Dominic enjoyed competing in saddle bronc and bareback, also breaking horses.
Dominic’s life changed when he married the love of his life, Roberta (Henderson) Martell, in Fairview on July 26, 1954. He was proud of his wife, sons and daughters who were the center of his life. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, visiting, shooting, and just being outdoors. He loved growing his own vegetables and picking his own berries and fruits. All these things that he enjoyed, he passed down to his children and grandchildren. He sure loved being with his family. He was proud of his brothers, sons, granddaughter, grandsons, and great-grandsons for their contribution to the military services. Dominic devoted his whole life to his wife Roberta and the family they had together.
Dominic was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Sophia (Lambert) Martell. Brothers; Lewis Lambert, Martin Sr., Max Sr., Daniel Sr., Charles Jr., Julian, Arthur, and Roger. Sisters; Mary Rose, Lois, and Melda. Son; Jack and Daughter; Lori Ann. Grandchildren; Billy Jack (BJ) Martell and Delmer Martell. Nephew; William (Bill) Lambert. Also, an adopted sister Susan (Etta) Eagleman.
Dominic is survived by his wife Roberta and his children; Betty Martell, Monica Martell, Floyd (Cheryl) Martell Jr, Frank (Judy) Martell, Stanley (Latosha) Martell, Sophia (Mitch) Youngman, and Midge (Bill) Martell. Grandchildren; Willard (Tsz Ling) White, Bernice (Michael) Jordan, Waylon (Connie) Youpee, DevenRay DeMarrias, Jazz DeMarrias, Donovan Martell Sr., Jessica Garcia, Tonetta (Orin) Cantrell, Roberta (Karl) Not Afraid, Alfred Walking Eagle, Buddy Walking Eagle, Jack Walking Eagle, Chili Walking Eagle, Ida Walking Eagle, Frank Martell Jr, Cale (Klarissa) Martell, Brandon Martell, Cameron Martell, Keandra Martell, Emma Martell, Maurice (Tiffany) Elk Jr., Ashley (RJ) Elk, Chauncey (Elicia) Elk, Brandi (Glen) Brown, Troy (Angel) Brown Jr., Tommy (Ann) Brown, Zandalie BigHorn, Boy (Aileen) Youngman, Samantha (Damon) Youngman, Sasha Youngman, Mitchell Youngman Jr., William Youngman, Anthony Youngman, Heather (Jerry) Martell, Miles (Lamoiya) Boxer, Lenny (Jenn) Boxer, Kristi (Dion) Boxer, Elizabeth (Jeremy) Martell, Floyd Martell III, Duane Martell, Lisa Martell, Dawn (Jessie) Martell, Sabrina Martell, and Betsy Martell. Also numerous nieces, nephews, great-grandchildren and friends.
A wake will be held at 7:00 p.m. Saturday, September 28, 2018 at the Poplar Cultural Center. The funeral will be held at 11:00 a.m. Sunday, September 29, 2018 at the Poplar Cultural Center. Interment will follow. Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel of Wolf Point has been entrusted with the arrangements. Condolences can be sent to the family by using the form below.