Honoring the life and service of Yvonne Jane "Tiny D" DeCory, a dedicated advocate for Lakota youth in South Dakota.

This bill commemorates Yvonne Jane "Tiny D" DeCory, a resident of Pine Ridge, South Dakota, for her lifelong dedication to the Oyáte. DeCory worked with schools, churches, community organizations, and tribal programs to support Lakota youth through grief, trauma, and other challenges. Her work exemplified generosity, respect, and compassion, and she used storytelling, song, and encouragement to pass on Lakota language, ceremony, and teachings. DeCory's legacy of love, healing, and leadership serves as an example for all.

Honoring the life and service of Yvonne Jane "Tiny D" DeCory, a dedicated advocate for Lakota youth in South Dakota.

This bill commemorates Yvonne Jane "Tiny D" DeCory, a resident of Pine Ridge, South Dakota, for her lifelong dedication to the Oyáte. DeCory worked with schools, churches, community organizations, and tribal programs to support Lakota youth through grief, trauma, and other challenges. Her work exemplified generosity, respect, and compassion, and she used storytelling, song, and encouragement to pass on Lakota language, ceremony, and teachings. DeCory's legacy of love, healing, and leadership serves as an example for all.