Christopher Neil Giroir

“Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me: your rod and your staff comfort me.” Psalm 23:4 Christopher Neil Giroir went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, July 3, 2016. He was 29 years old, born on October 7, 1986. A native of White Castle, LA and a resident of Denver, CO, Christopher was a loving father, son, grandson, and friend. His welcoming smile was engaging and he had an incredibly loving heart. He was loved by many, and a stranger to no one. As a teenager and a young adult, Chris was a member of the White Castle Volunteer Fire Dept. He achieved the rank of Eagle Scout while he was a member of Troop 33. He attended Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic School, and Ascension Catholic Middle School. He was a 2005 graduate of St. John High School, and a December 2009 graduate of University of Louisiana at Lafayette. Growing up as a country boy and later moving to a big city, Chris never let go of his love of simple living and the great outdoors. He held wonderful memories of growing up in a small town with lifelong friends and relatives. Chris enjoyed being with family and friends, but most of all, his girls, Ella and Frannie. He adored his baby girl and she loved her Daddy. His precious Ella was indeed, Daddy’s girl. He was presently employed with JFW Corporation, and a past employee of: Wise Recycling, Colorado Salt Products, and SGS Petroleum Service Corporation.

He is survived by his beautiful daughter, Ella Greer Giroir; the love of his life, Frannie Russo; his mother and stepfather, Simone Troxclair Hurst and husband Walter “Sonny”; father and stepmother, Neil C. Giroir and wife, Tanya; grandmother, Agnes Giroir; Godmother, Vickie Crandell; Godfather, Anthony Corroa; Godson, Matthew Messina; step-sister, Heather Webb; step-brothers, Chase and Jared Walker; Grandmother, Linda Girouard and husband James; sister, Jasmine Sherbeck; a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. He was preceded in death by his infant daughter, Olivia; grandparents: Emile J. and Ethelyn “Taline” Troxclair, and John A. Giroir; and birthmother, Julie Nill.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, July 13, 2016 at 9:00 a.m. until Mass of Christian Burial at 12:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church in White Castle, with the Rev. Jeffery Bayhi, celebrant. Entombment in the church mausoleum. Arrangements by Ourso Funeral Home in White Castle. To offer condolences to the family, please visit www.oursowhitecastle.com.

Pallbearers will be: Blair Bagala, Garick Giroir, Justin Roberts, Nicholas Campesi, Josh Gautreaux, and Devin LeGlue.

The family wishes to thank everyone for their prayers, their support, and the outpouring of love offered during this difficult time.