The last hereditary chief of the Southern Utes, Buckskin Charlie died on May 8th, 1936 and was succeeded by his son, Antonio Buck Sr.
As hereditary chief, Antonio Buck Sr. became the first elected Chairman of the Southern Ute Indian Tribe.
Chairmen of the Southern Ute Tribe
Melvin J. Baker2020 – present
Christine Sage2017 – 2020
Clement Frost1997 – 2000 2005 – 2008 2014 – 2017
Jimmy R. Newton, Jr.2012 – 2014
Pearl Casias2011
Matthew Box2009 – 2011
Howard D. Richards Sr.2003 – 2004
Leonard C. Burch1967 – 19841988 – 19962000 – 2003
John Baker Jr.2000
Christopher A. Baker1984-1987
John E. Baker Sr.1957 – 19601962 – 19631966
Anthony Burch1961
John S. Williams1963 – 1965
Samuel Burch1945 – 194819501953 – 1956
Julius N. Cloud1940 – 194419491951 – 1952
Antonio Buck Sr.1936 – 1939