Mark Wayne Red Leaf was born on August, 6, 1968 in Rapid City South Dakota. He enjoyed being around his grandparents and was called Takoja by them. He enjoyed being around family and met his wife Tina Vermillion to start his own. Together they had 3 children, Mark Jr, Natasha, and Summer Red Leaf. Mark enjoyed fishing, hunting, old muscle cars, and art. All of these interests he shared with his children. He incorporated his spiritual beliefs and faith into his art and everyday life. He enjoyed the company of his family and would always make them his priority. He was blessed with 2 grandchildren, Ruby and Vivian Red Leaf. With the many hardships he had to face he kept his courage and faith strong. Mark was a proud father, loving son, grandson, nephew and cousin. He is survived by his mother; Peggy Red Leaf, wife; Tina Vermillion, son; Mark Red Leaf, daughters; Natasha and Summer Red Leaf, brother; Jerry High Bear, Grandchildren; Ruby and Vivian Red Leaf, and many aunts, uncles and cousins. He made his journey into the spirit world on January, 7, 2018 to reunite with his grandparents Steven and Vivian Red Leaf, father Theodore Mesteth, his aunt Linda Red Leaf, cousin Thomas Red Leaf, and his grandchild.