November 2, 1998 – December 11, 2024
Marques C. High Elk, 26, of Eagle Butte, passed away Wednesday, December 11, 2024, at his home in Eagle Butte.
Funeral services were held December 23, 2024 at CRST Bingo Hall in Eagle Butte. Burial was in the Blackfoot Ascension Cemetery at Blackfoot.
Marques Cory-Lee High Elk was born on November 2, 1998 in Pierre, the firstborn son of Marques and Gracie (Shaving) and brother to Gwyneth, Eli, Phoebe, Gia, Cory, and Jimmi Jo.
Marques attended school in Rapid City, Bismarck, ND, and Eagle Butte. The Box Elder Job Corps in Nemo is where he completed his high school diploma and GED.
Marques had a zest for life that was evident in his many hobbies. He loved listening to music.
Friends and family recall him as Baby Marques or Big M, a young man with a big heart who cared deeply for those around him. His sense of humor and ability to offer comfort made him a vital presence in the lives of many; he knew just when someone needed a hug or a listening ear.
Marques was a sports enthusiast, passionately supporting the LA Clippers, North Carolina Tar Heels, and the Seattle Seahawks.
He will be remembered not only for his love of music and food but for the lasting impact he had on the hearts of those who knew him.
His LaLa Jaws, Uncle Babe Lee, Uncle Deon, LaLa Frank, brother Taran Ducheneaux, Aunt Cherie, maternal and paternal great-grandparents all welcome him to the star nation.
He is survived by his parents; siblings; his special niece Astrid; cousin Kayla; maternal grandmother Madeline Handboy; Aunt Sara; paternal grandfather Fred; grandmother Colleen; aunt Gabby; and uncles Luther and Kirk.
Luce Funeral Home of Gettysburg was in charge of arrangements.