I, Pamela R. Greywater, “Wahcá Wasté Win” (Pretty Flower Woman) began my journey to the spirit world on October 27, 2009.
I started my earthly journey on June 4, 1955. I was born to Alexander Greywater Sr. and Elizabeth Belgarde Greywater Robertson. I was raised and educated in Fort Totten where I made my home. I had a child in 1972, then in 1973 I was in a car accident that left me quadriplegic, but with my strong faith in the Lord I went on with my life. With the help of my loving and caring mother, stepfather Jerry, brothers and sisters, I raised my daughter who then in turn gave me eight beautiful grandchildren to fill my days. I spent my days talking on the phone, I lent an ear when needed, gave advice to those who asked, loved spending time with my grandchildren, great grandchildren and the many friends I’ve met throughout my life.
I loved to watch television with my great grandchildren and to teach them what I’ve learned. Everybody says that I’m the family doctor, counselor, phone book, confidante and rock. I ‘m sorry I have to leave everyone, but do not cry, this was the happiest day of my life.
I leave behind, daughter, Danyell (Harlan) Littlewind;
Brothers: Andrew (MaryJo) Greywater, Robert Greywater, Kenneth (Bev) Greywater, Verol Greywater and Wilbert (Judy) Robertson;
Sisters: Delemma Greywater, Renae(James) LeNoir, Sonta (Dean) Dauphinais, Della Belgarde, Gloria Hadine, Pauline Greywater, Brenda Robertson, Barbara Robertson and Bev LaBelle;
Grandchildren: Chanelle Littlewind, Daniel Charboneau Sr., Donalda Littlewind, Brandon Charboneau Sr., Rochelle Littlewind, Shawn Charboneau, Shanda Littlewind, Danelle Littlewind, Hallee Littlewind, Harlee Littlewind, Harlan Littlewind Jr. (her wuver), Joette ThreeIrons, Darol ThreeIrons Jr., Darion, Darwin and Kolten ThreeIrons, Sarah Robertson, AJ Greywater, Dana Guy, Miranda Fassett, Lana Rowland, Dina Lenoir, Dallas Littlewind Jr., Randy Charboneau, Rhonda Abraham, Kelcee WhiteBuffalo, Trista LaVallie, Kristen Greywater, Nicole Greywater, Kolby McKay;
Great Grandchildren: Chyanne Elizabeth Rose Charboneau, Daniel Lee Charboneau Jr., Logan Michael Charboneau, Ethan Mark Charboneau, Kole ThreeIrons, Ty ThreeIrons, Lilly Greywater, Alexander Greywater, Brandon Charboneau Jr. and Dane Charboneau;
Godchildren: Gaylen Robertson, Sheldon Greywater, Donray Guy Jr., Robert Herman Jr., Kendell Thompson, Darcey Smith and Delemma Greywater;
Special Nephews: Richard, Jeremy, Jerry “Gramps” and Robert Greywater and Donnie Smith;
Special Nieces: Rhonda and Carol Greywater and Kimberly ThreeIrons;
Many more nephews and nieces.
Pamela was preceded in death by her parents, Alexander and Elizabeth Greywater; stepfather, Jerry Robertson; brothers, Damian, Israel, Richard, Mike and Alex Jr.; caretaker, Diane Woods; nephews, Troy Woods and Paul Thompson and niece, Bobby Greywater.
Mass of Christian Burial for Pam will be held at St. Michael’s Catholic Church on Tuesday, November 3, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. with burial in St. Michael’s Catholic Cemetery. Fr. Brian Moen will celebrate the Mass.
Visitation will be held on Monday, November 2, 2009 from 2:00 p.m until 4:00 p.m. at Pam’s home in Fort Totten with a procession from Pam’s home to the Tekakwitha Center, St. Michael, ND leaving at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. A Wake and Prayer Service will be held at the Tekakwitha Center beginning at 5:00 p.m. with the Rosary at 8:00 p.m.
Serving as Casket Bearers for Pamela will be Sheldon Greywater, Donray Guy, Robert Herman, Gaylen Robertson, Harlan Littlewind Sr., Newlyn Littlewind, Daniel Charboneau Sr., Brandon Charboneau Sr., Shawn Dogskin and Darol ThreeIrons.
Honorary Bearers will be Lester and Erna Ellingson, Mike and Carol Lysne, Jackie Fox, Donna Jackson, Irene Littlewind, Volante Littlewind, Leon and Jeanie Reddog, Carol Wasacase, Marlis Vivier, Fritz and Marlene Hill, Cletus Lawrence, Dwayne Peltier, Bessie IronHawk, Anthony and Lorraine Charboneau, Richie Charboneau, Alvin and LaVerne Bear, Sally Lena, Eunice McKay, Laura Smith, Rueben and Claudette Williams, Bernice Porez, Cindy Thompson, Paul Cavanaugh, Jessie and Angela Cavanaugh, Josie and Clarice Lawrence, Dr. Corbett, Dr. Rayer, Paul and Sarah Young, Fr. Dennis, Sister Nancy, Nurse Diane, Karla Azure, Paulette Driver, Margie Ross, Yovonne Thompson, Ivan BlackCloud and the family of the late Delores Anderson. We apologize if we have missed naming any of Pam’s friends and family. We are doing the best we can in this time of sadness and ask your understanding.
Music will be provided by the Spirit Lake Drummers and we welcome anyone who would like to share their music.