GiGi Grandchamp Giles (Nakoda name Holy Door Woman) passed away early in the morning on December 21, 2018. Losing a long hard battle to a terminal illness.
GiGi was born July 8, 1984 in Wolf Point to Dale and Jo Ellen Grandchamp. She was their precious only child. GiGi lived in Oswego area all her life. She attended school in Wolf Point and Frazer.
GiGi was a very active girl, always outside playing with her cousins T.J., Olyn, Honey, JuneGee and Donell. She started barrel racing at age 6 and break away roping at age 10. Team roping at age 11. Before she was even a teenager, her dad would put a few rides on a colt, then tell her take over “Put a rein, legques and a whoa on.” Her mom would look the other way.
At team ropings she never lacked heelers wanting her want to turn one for them. GiGi rode several different barrel horses and was competitive. But when she started her colt “Baldy.” “GiGi and Baldy” became a winning pair. She won a saddle her second season on him.
She loved the Wolf Point Stampede and carrying a flag for it. She started that at age 12 and did it for 15 years. She loved the loud cheering as she raced past the Frazer and Oswego crowd.
GiGi and Andy Giles were married September 9, 2001 in Wolf Point. They were blessed with the birth of their daughter Savannah on December 11, 2002. It was the happiest day of their life. They later separated but remained close.
GiGi (the nickname given to her by her aunt Lynn) was so loved by all her family and she loved them all parents, aunties, uncles, grama Gladys, cousins, nieces, nephews. When GiGi started getting sick it was so heart breaking. She had her way of being “Boss” to all of us. When her Grama Gladys passed away she was so sad! Soon after, she decided she had her name and we should all listen to her. We did!
Gladys is survived by her daughter Savannah; parents Dale and JoEllen; husband Andy; aunts Davey Jean Stewart, Leah Grandchamp, Shelly Johnson, Peggy Martin, Sheila Standing, and Mary Sue Jackson; uncles Doug Grandchamp, Jim Grandchamp, Lowell Standing, Curtis Standing, and Larry Hamilton; all her cousins that were all special to her; her nieces and special nephew Petey Stump; and her sister in law Courtney Giles.
She is precededin death by her grand parents Joe and Gladys Jackson, and Dusette and Barbara Grandchamp; aunts Darla Payne, Lynn Campbell, Patty Stump, Cleo Hamilton; uncles Pete Stump, John Stewart; cousin Willie Reed; mother in law Roxann Giles; father in law Trevor Giles.
GiGi is so dearly missed and our hearts are broken. Precious, your pain and suffering is over. Your strength was unbelievable for what you went through.
Forever with us.
A wake will be heldat 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 26, 2018 at the New Community Hall in Wolf Point. A funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 27, 2018 at the New Community Hall in Wolf Point. Interment will follow on the family ranch in Oswego.
Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel has been entrusted with the arrangements and condolences can be left for the family by using the form below.
Linda Azure says
Condolences to you and your family JoEllen. God bless you and love and prayers. Families can be together forever.
Resa LaRoque says
Jo Ellen & Oog i am so sorry for your loss, words cannot even express the heartfelt sorrow i feel for you and your family. Sending you our love and condolences
chris bauer says
My deepest condolences to the Grandchamp family, you all are in my prayers. Iam so sorry for your loss cuz.
Jonela Gribble Malli says
JoEllen and Ooge , I am so sorry for your loss. Please let me know if I can do anything.
Lee & Lucy Redekopp says
So sorry for your loss our sincere condolences our prayers are with you all.
Darlyn Grainger says
Ooge and JoEllen and Savannah. I am so sorry for your loss of your beautiful daughter and Mom Gigi. My thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless you all during this difficult time
Pauline Azure-Feuvray says
It is hard to lay to rest a child/ adult. God bless and watch over all of you. Love Pauline and
Bert Azure-Feuvray
Sherry & Ray Reede says
We are so sorry for your loss we are in Az.for awhile. Thinking of all of you.
Sherry& Ray Reede says
We are so sorry for your loss we are in Az for a while. Thinking of all of you.
Shari Daniels says
My sincere condolences to the families of Gladys.
Brian and JoAnn Nelson says
So sorry for your loss of your daughter GiGi! You and your are in our thoughts and prayers! Know that the Lord has you under his wing and will give you comfort!
Jessica says
JoJo Savannah n Ooge we r so sorry for ur loss. We love u n praying for u
Iva Grainger says
JoEllen Ouje and Savannah
I am so sorry for you in the looks of your beautiful daughter, and mother. My condolences are with you in your time of sorrow! Remember the Lord promises to never give you more than you can handle and that she is without pain now.
Sydne Campbell says
Ooge, JoEllen and Savannah there are no words that can ease the pain during this difficult time…may the prayers and loving support of others help comfort you all during this time of loss. My prayers and condolences to you all. It’s hard to lose a big part of our lives. God never gives us more than we can handle. I still really miss my little girl Mikki Le’ that our family laid to rest back in January so I know the painful hurt and loss of a beautiful daughter. God Bless.
Teri Long says
I an so very sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you all.
Patt Iron Cloud says
I love you GiGi. Grandma Patt
Cindy Christian says
JoEllen & Oog – I’m so sorry for your heartache. May you find some strength in the love and support of your family and friends. Prayers for you all.
Gerald R Jackson Sr says
Joellen and Doug so sorry for your loss I pray that God gives you comfort during this trying time and I will be sending my prayers.
Peggy Martin says
Brother our prayers are with you and your family.
We love you all we will pray for comfort and peace with the lose of your daughter.
God Bless !
Love you ,Sis Peg & Family
Cheryl Nygaard says
Sorry for your loss Joellen & Dale.
She was defentally a Angel , she always had a beautiful smile on her face no matter how bad she felt. She surley be misses by everyone.
Cheryl Nygaard & Family says
Sorry for your loss Joellen & Dale.
She was defentally a Angel , she always had a beautiful smile on her face no matter how bad she felt. She surley be misses by everyone.