Nicole "Nikki" Elise Ducheneaux & Family

Dear All,

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our dear friend, partner and mentor Nicole “Nikki” Elise Ducheneaux, on July 14, 2023. Nikki was a devoted advocate, mentor, friend, and mother, who worked tirelessly in the service of Indian Country to protect indigenous interests. She was a proud member of the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe, and a first-generation descendant of the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes of the Flathead Reservation.

While she was known for aggressively representing her clients’ interests, she also championed young Native lawyers by providing mentorship and guidance to the next generation. Nikki loved working for her people and fighting the U.S. Government to preserve and protect treaty and tribal rights. Nikki was kind, compassionate, and always available to assist family or friends in times of need.

Nikki is survived by her wonderful children, Sidney Moenning, Esther Moenning, and Reneé Ducheneaux; her loving parents Franklin and Ernestine Ducheneaux; and her beloved siblings, Patricia Jollie, Pamela Herring, Joan Doring, Frank Ducheneaux, and Christopher Ducheneaux along with many uncles, aunts, and cousins.

Nikki's family is now faced with the sudden and unexpected responsibility of legal and other expenses necessary to manage her affairs and protect her family in this difficult time. In light of this tragedy, we would like to provide some financial relief to her family during this heartbreaking time.

We kindly request your assistance in any way you can - no contribution is too small and each donation signifies a meaningful gesture of support for the Ducheneaux family. During these challenging times, every little bit helps and will go a long way in alleviating some of the pressure and pain faced by Nikki’s family. Further, the family wishes to establish a memorial scholarship in her memory for which donations will also be used.

We kindly ask you to share this message within your network. The more people we reach, the sooner we can meet our goal and deliver tangible help to Nikki’s family in their time of need.

Your generous contributions and thoughtful sharing of this message are greatly appreciated. Together, we can honor Nikki's memory and extend our love and support to her family at this sad time.

Thank you for your kindness and support.