Elvis Luther Eagle was born on April 23, 1961. He was adopted and raised by Luther and Louise Eagle, who loved him like their own. Elvis lived in the country Southeast of Poplar along the banks of the old Missouri River. Elvis attended school in Poplar. In 1978, at the age of 18 he started work with Indian Health Service in Poplar, where he worked in the Maintenance Department under the supervision of Jimmy Buckles. Elvis was an all-around handyman and could fix almost anything. He was also a skilled carpenter and worked construction with Thurman White Eagle off and on for years. Elvis worked for a time at A&S Industries and in the late 90’s he went to work for Nancy’s Housekeeping for about 14 years. In 2016, Elvis went to work in the Maintenance Department for the Fort Peck Tribes and worked there until his passing on January 7, 2022. Elvis would also walk for hours in the woods hear his home. He would walk to the river and follow game trails, picking berries or just enjoying the beauty of the wildlife and the woods. He built little forts below his house to go there to think and contemplate life. To this day you can see the trails he made from all his walks. He would hang tools on certain tress along the way in case he needed them on his journey. Elvis was a deep thinker and had a notebook of his writing that would astound the most educated persons. He loved to read and would read everything he could get his hands on. Elvis loved to go to concerts at 4 Bears Casino in Newtown, ND where he saw many of the top Country Singers.
Elvis had many friends and was well like by all who had the opportunity to meet him and his sense of humor was next to none. His adopted brother Charlie, would have to travel for work and he was always there to watch his nephew Loren until his dad returned. He was a dear and trusted friend to the end. Elvis loved to entertain at his home, and on weekends he would have many friends over for a little partying. Thurman White Eagle, Manny and Leta Melbourne, Pudd Brown, Charlie and Loren Headdress, Terry Mcgowan, Woody Johnson, Ira Darnell, John David Anderson, Sammy Saviour, Clark Gregg, Kenny White Eagle, Rodney and Michael Burshia, and Mike Crowe to name a few. In 2014, Elvis met the love of his life, Deanne Lemay and they were married on April 22, 2017. Elvis and Deanne would go fishing on the Missouri and Poplar Rivers and hunting up north. In the spring, you would always find them in their little garden hoeing and tilling and harvesting their crop. Elvis was a humble and kind man and lived a simple life and enjoyed it to the fullest It broke our hearts when little brother went home but his memory will live on down at Soggy Bottoms and Graceland. He is now in the presence of the Lord and his parents and friends who went before him.
Elvis, have a wonderful journey and we will see you again someday in the great beyond.
Elvis was preceded in death by his father and mother, Luther and Louise Eagle. He is survived by his wife, Deanne Lemay Eagle, and step children, Misty, Chris, and Laurie.
No services are planned but family and friends are welcome to a visitation from 3 p.m. until 5 p.m. Sunday, January 16 at the Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel in Wolf Point and his burial service which will be held 11 a.m. Monday, January 17 near his home in Riverside, as were his wishes. Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel of Wolf Point has been entrusted with the arrangements.
Sue Snitker says
Elvis was my friend and partner in jokes at IHS for many, many years! Prayers for his family and friends. Elvis was an original and a very good guy. There never will be another like him.
Marva says
Elvis will definitely be missed by so many, he was always a joy to run in to. Such a busy and hardworking guy, always willing to help in any way. No matter how busy or what mission he was on, he always had time to stop and chit chat or joke about something. We were so happy when he left IHS to come work at the tribal building. Things got done in a way only Elvis could do! Lots of prayers to his family, especially Deanne. Although he left behind many that loved him, he joins many on the other side that love him too. Rest in peace buddy!
Carla & Ken Damon says
Elvis will truly be missed. He was always so kind and friendly. Prayers to Charlie and family and his wife Deann and family
Julie bemer says
Elvis was always a welcome face when we were both at FPSU or later when I would see him at the Tribal building. He always had a smile on his face and something to joke around about. You will be missed. May the Creator hold you close.
Shannon Headdress Gonzalez says
I will miss seeing and laughing with Elvis at work. Such a nice humble man. My condolences to Deanne and the family.
Warren crowe says
Happy trails Elvis. Been many years since we talked. Condolences to your family and friends. Till we meet again.
Carly C says
You were the best at your job at IHS. Im glad I got to meet you and work with you. The stories and jokes were the best while we were all visiting with my Uncle James. You made sure everything was always clean and polished. This is shocking to read. Journey well my friend. It was always nice to run into you once in awhile..prayers for your family.
A Burshia & family says
You were loved by all who knew you, you will be missed. Condolences and prayers to his family and friends.
Jackie Hippe says
Elvis was one of the nicest guys worked with him at IHS, what a character. Rest In Peace my friend
Linda says
Elvis my friend I shall miss you and your gift of cheer. Vaya Con Dios🌹
Gina Bearfighter says
This is a shock to me. Such a great gentle man, Elvis was a Happy trails person. I met Elvis when my mother Abigail Reddoor worked at I.H.S. I’ll remember him as a humble, gentle and industrious man. Condolences to your family and friends. My prayers are with all of your loved ones, and friends.
Robert eder and Sherry longtree says
I will miss my brother and my rest in peace now
Ingrid Firemoon, Bruce Bauer and Families says
Elvis was the best coworker. He was always so helpful and happy. It broke our hearts when he left. Thank you Elvis for bringing laughter and kindness to work. We will think of you always. RIP until we see you again.
Mike Crow says
Elvis worked under me for a time and under house keeping too at IHS.. He never had to be supervised and we were great friends. Always stayed busy busy and did excellant work and made it to work everyday. We were good drinking buddies too!…lol Rest in peace my friend and we are close behind my old fren. See you then.
Arlene Small says
I always enjoyed working with you Elvis at the IHS clinic and then at the tribes. You were always so helpful to me setting up my office and giving me a good laugh. I especially appreciated you giving me the codes and helping me with the police scanners that I had. The tribal office won’t be the same without you. God bless Deanne and all those that are missing you my friend!
Kent S Moran says
RIP Elvis Scott and I walked the trails with you. We had fun playing cops and robbers- when we kept our horses at your place.