Sho-Ban Tribes & FHBC remembers councilman Ladd Edmo
Ladd Edmo
By ROSELYNN YAZZIE
Office of Public Affairs
FORT HALL — The Shoshone-Bannock Tribes and the Fort Hall Business Council mourn the passing of Treasurer Ladd Reed Edmo on October 22, 2026. Edmo was a longtime Tribal leader who dedicated many years to serving the Shoshone-Bannock people and supporting opportunities for future generations.
Edmo was in his fourth term on the Fort Hall Business Council, representing the Fort Hall District. Over the course of his service, he held every officer position on the Council and was known for his steady leadership and sense of responsibility to the community.
“Ladd brought a positive spirit to the Council. He cared about the future of our people by creating opportunities for our youth, supporting education, and strengthening our culture and language. He valued community and the teachings passed down through our families. His presence, his humor, and the way he looked ahead for the Tribes will be missed,” the Fort Hall Business Council said in a statement.
Raised in Ross Fork and later residing in the Fort Hall District, Edmo was proud of his family lineage as a descendant of Jack Edmo. The teachings shared by his father and grandfather shaped his respect for the land, traditional hunting and fishing practices, and his belief in caring for others.
Before entering Tribal government, Edmo worked in the construction industry, where he developed strong practical skills and an appreciation for long-term planning. He carried that perspective with him into his leadership, believing that steady work and a clear vision could help build opportunities that would last.
Education was a central focus of Edmo’s service. As the Council’s education liaison, he worked to support learning for all ages and encouraged Tribal members to pursue opportunities that strengthened their families and the community.
During his time on the Council, Edmo supported efforts involving youth, education, housing, and economic development. He made learning the Shoshone and Bannock languages a priority and encouraged others to carry the language forward for future generations.
He represented the Tribes in several regional and national leadership organizations, including the Coalition of Large Tribes, National Congress of American Indians, Affiliated Tribes of Northwest Indians, and Native American Finance Officers Association, and the Southeast Idaho Council of Governments. His work also included collaboration with Tribal, federal, and local partners on infrastructure projects involving water, wastewater, and environmental needs.
Those who knew him remember a caring person who participated in community events, volunteered his time, and believed in showing up. He often spoke about leadership as a responsibility to the people and to the Tribes’ Treaty Rights, and he worked to ensure those commitments guided Tribal decisions.
The Fort Hall Business Council extends its condolences to Edmo’s family, loved ones, friends, and all who knew and worked with him. His passing is a significant loss to the Shoshone-Bannock Tribes, and the Council honors his years of service and his contributions to the community.
