Wayneva White Eagle

Wayneva White Eagle, 45, a Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe Member of Seattle, WA and Minneapolis, MN, entered the spirit world, Tuesday, December 16, 2025, in Minneapolis, MN.

Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m., Monday, January 5, 2026, at CRST Bingo Hall, Eagle Butte. Burial will follow in St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery, LaPlant. Wake services will be 7:00 p.m., Sunday, January 4, 2026, at the hall.

Wayneva White Eagle was born on March 21, 1980, in Mobridge, South Dakota, to Wayne White Eagle and Luvenia Dancing Bull.

Wayneva was a loving, funny, and positive person who had a natural gift for making people laugh. She was always a go-getter, approaching life with determination and optimism. Her warm personality and sense of humor drew people to her, and she left a lasting impression on everyone she met.

Growing up, Wayneva was active and energetic. She was a member of the swim team at the Boys and Girls Club in Minneapolis, where she developed a love for staying active and trying new things. In her quieter moments, she enjoyed experimenting with new recipes in the kitchen and occasionally reading. Above all else, Wayneva loved talking about her children and took great pride in them. Family was always at the center of her life.

She is survived by her loving mother, Luvenia Dancing Bull; her sisters, Wayneen White Eagle, Valneta Hairy Chin, and Charla White Eagle; her children, Raina Schmidt, Aaliyah Marie, Arianna Anderson, Francisco Osorio Jr., Howaste Osorio, Rogelio Osorio, and Catherine, as well as many extended family members and friends who will forever cherish her memory.

Wayneva was preceded in death by her father, Wayne White Eagle Sr.; her brothers, Wayne White Eagle Jr. and Taurino Hairy Chin; and her son, Rico Schmidt.

Wayneva will be remembered for her laughter, her loving heart, and her unwavering positivity. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.

Luce Funeral Home of Gettysburg has been entrusted with Wayneva’s arrangements.