Kimberly K. Champagne's Obituary
Kimberly Kay Champagne passed away on June 29, 2023 alongside her beloved husband Michael H. Champagne.
Kim was born on September 11, 1958, in Henryetta, Oklahoma to Bill and Doris Creech. She grew up in Henryetta and spent her childhood playing tennis, softball and baton twirling. She enjoyed fishing and spending quality time on her family’s farm and was a member of the band and Girl Scouts. She graduated from Henryetta High School with the honor of Salutatorian.
Kim graduated from the University of Oklahoma with a bachelor’s degree in Mathematics. Anyone who knew her, knew her love for Sooner football. From an early age, Kim loved spending time with children and continued her family’s legacy of teaching. Over her 10 year teaching career, she taught at both Putnam City West High School and Jenks High School.
Kim met the love of her life, Michael Champagne, while playing tennis. They married on July 22, 1989 in Oklahoma City, OK. In 1996, the couple started Champagne Metals together out of their living room and the company recently celebrated its 27th anniversary. Kim’s loyalty, intelligence and charisma were vital to the company’s success and growth.
The joy of Kim’s life was her family, including her two children and four grandchildren. Best known as Kay Kay, she devoted the last several years pouring love into her grandchildren. Kim was also an outstanding tennis player and golfer. She enjoyed traveling, scuba diving and fishing. Kim was passionate about community service, she dedicated her time to the Glenpool Public Schools, AutismUp and especially children in need during the holiday season.
Kim is preceded in death by her parents.
She is survived by her children, Brandon Champagne and wife Ashley, Brooke de Cárdenas and husband Christian; four grandchildren, Carter Champagne, Michael de Cárdenas, Owen de Cárdenas and Charlotte Champagne; one brother, Bill Creech, Jr.; one sister, Cara Creech; and a host of aunts, uncles and cousins.
A Memorial services was held at Asbury Church, 6767 S. Mingo Road, Tulsa, OK at 11 a.m., Friday, July 14, 2023. Light reception to follow at the church.
The family wishes for any memorial contributions to be made in Mike and Kim’s name to Folds of Honor Foundation, Department 13, Tulsa, OK 74182, or online at foldsofhonor.org.
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