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Roy Howlingwater

Case from Elk City, OK dated Apr 29, 1969

Victim Details

Roy Howlingwater

Male

Native American / American Indian

Elk City

OK

1969-04-29

27

Roy

Howlingwater

07/13/2026

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In the spring of 1969, a shadow fell over the community of Elk City, Oklahoma. On April 29th, the life of Roy Howlingwater, a 27-year-old Cheyenne preacher, was tragically cut short. He was a man of faith and community, and his sudden and violent death left a void in the hearts of those who knew him. The cause of his untimely passing was determined to be gun violence, a stark and brutal end to a life dedicated to peace and spiritual guidance.

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  • Newspapers.com: A Chance To Hear A Cheyenne Preach (Roy Howlingwater 1969) 1967 - Newspapers.com
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