Donald "Sam" DeRoche Sr., passed away on February 18, 2026, after a brief hospital stay in Great Falls, Montana.

Funeral arrangements are as follows:

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 - Arrival in the afternoon at Starr School Gym

Friday, February 27, 2026 - Rosaries at 7:00 p.m. at Starr School Gym

Saturday, February 28, 2026 - Funeral at 2:00 p.m. at Little Flower Parish Church with burial at Willow Creek Cemetery

Our dad was a true family man who cherished time with his wife, children, grandchildren, and extended family. After a long career with the Bureau of Indian Affairs, he embraced retirement by spending time with those he loved most. He enjoyed going out to Livermore to fence and spend time with his horses, attending powwows, being an active member of Pikuni Society, and most of all, spending time with his grandkids.

Sam was a proud Air Force veteran who supported his children and grandchildren in everything they pursued. He especially loved family gatherings, setting up camp at powwows, and organizing the Pikuni Powwow for Thanksgiving.

Thank you to everyone who has supported our family during this great loss. Dad, you are loved and will be deeply missed, but we know you are with us always. Until we meet again, we love you.