Leonard Youngman

Leonard James Youngman, 71, of Poplar died Oct. 22, 2020.

He was born to William Youngman Jr. and Stella (Coulter) Youngman on June 11, 1949, in Poplar, where he was raised and went to Poplar Schools. He met Carol Clincher during their high school years and they married in 1969. Before Jo’e was born, they left in ‘70s to California on the “Relocation Program.” They moved home in 1972, after son, Robin was born. They later divorced and stayed in Poplar.

He went firefighting for many years during the summer. He later went on to school for mechanics in Glendive. After his schooling, he came home and started working for CETA, to Tribal Enterprise laborer/truck driver, certified water operator. Then transferred to Fort Peck Tribal Enterprise and became director after 30 plus years, until his divisional. He was also a volunteer EMT for the Poplar area. Later, he and his companion Louise Ell started raising her grandsons, Dustin and Terrell, as their own and many others along the way.

His hobbies were hunting, fishing, working, watching sports and spending time with his grandchildren.

He was very humble, kind and caring. He was very hardworking and on call ready to help through the days, nights and weekends.

He was preceded in death by sisters, Lois-Jean and Arlene; and brothers, Monte, Eldon and Floyd.

He is survived by daughter, Jo’e Youngman; son, Robin Youngman of Poplar; companion of 30 plus years, Louise Ell; sister, Doris Gone of Hays; and grandsons, Quinn Sutherland, who he raised and Colton, of the family home; and numerous grandchildren.

His funeral was held Thursday, Oct. 29, at the Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel. Interment followed at the Box Elder Cemetery in Poplar.