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Harvey Gregson Obituary

GREGSON Harvey "Dwayne" Gregson, 50, of Birmingham, Alabama, died July 17, 2011, at his home. Dwayne was born September 10, 1960, in Mobile, Alabama, to Harvey and Sudie Vonicel Gregson. He grew up in Foley, Alabama, and attended Foley High School. He later attended Patrick Henry Junior College (now Alabama Southern Community College), where he played baseball. He graduated from Livingston University (now West Alabama University) with a degree in computer science. Dwayne enjoyed both participating in and watching sports. He was a great baseball player and enjoyed watching college football. He also enjoyed going to concerts. One of Dwayne's favorite activities was spending time at the beach with his family. He was a member of Double Oak Community Church in Mount Laurel, Alabama. Survivors include Dwayne's wife of 30 years, Sherry Murphy Gregson of Birmingham; sons, Sage and Noah; and daughter, Lexi, all of Birmingham; father, Harvey Gregson of Loxley, Alabama; sisters, Wanda Gregson of Elsanor, Alabama and Wendy Perez of Woodstock, Georgia; brother, Lynn Gregson of Prairie Grove, Arkansas; and several nieces and nephews. Dwayne was preceded in death by his mother, Sudie Vonciel Gregson. Visitation will be from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. on Tuesday, July 19, 2011 at Double Oak Community Church in Mount Laurel, Alabama. The funeral will be at 3 p.m. the same day at the church. The graveside service will be at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, July 20, 2011 at Wynn Cemetery in Summerdale, Alabama. Rev. Randy Overstreet will officiate. Arrangements by Ridout's Southern Heritage Funeral Home, Pelham, Alabama.

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Published by Press-Register from Jul. 18 to Jul. 19, 2011.

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Tom Montgomery

July 17, 2020

It has been 9 years my brother. It seems like yesterday and I miss you so much! The wife and kids are doing great, and you would be so proud of them all! I know you look down upon them, but we got your back while they're here on this earth. We all hope to see you again, sooner than later!

Sally Bailey

July 28, 2011

Sherry, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Dwayne was such a great friend to so many, I feel priveledged to be one of them. Take care of yourself!

Reba Dellaccio

July 25, 2011

I was so sorry to hear of one of my extended family's passing. May the memories of good times and family keep Sherry, Uncle Gad, Wanda, Lynn & Wendy comforted. May Heavenly Father keep you in his arms at this time. Dwayne suffers no more here on earth. Love to you all

July 24, 2011

In Christian concern and loving care, you were uplifted in prayer by The Mens Prayer Fellowship of Dauphin Way United Methodist Church.

Steve Robinson

July 23, 2011

I was very saddened to hear of Dwayne's passing. I have very fond memories of him from my days at BellSouth. I remember him as a strong man of faith and character.

God's Speed to you and your family,

Kimberlee Kirkland Dodd

July 21, 2011

When I was approximately 10 years old, Dwayne was one of my swimming teachers in Foley. When the class was instructed to swim across the deep end of the pool, I wanted to swim across but was to afraid. Dwayne said to me, "I'll swim with you". That day I stood on the shoulder of a giant. Yesterday I swam a distance down the Tennessee River for you, my teacher and inspiration!

Kevin Hollis

July 20, 2011

Sherry, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I am so thankful that I got to spend Dwayne's 50th birthday with you and him along with Lynn, Roddy, T-Tommy, Henry, and Dwayne's Dad. Lynn, thanks for setting all of that up. It was a great time and one that I will always remember. Dwayne fought hard against a terrible disease. He will always be remembered for the wonderful person that he was.

Ronda Constantine Egbert

July 20, 2011

So sad to hear of Dwayne's passing. I last saw him at my Dad's funeral in 2007. I always picture him with a smile and in his baseball uniform. My heart goes out to Sherry, his kids, Gabby, Wanda, Lynn and Wendy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Deidra Davis Dekle

July 19, 2011

My prayers are with Sherry and her childern.I remember when Sherry and Dwayne met at Patrick Henry. I spent alot of time sitting on those bleachers with Sherry watching Dwayne play baseball. May God give Sherry and the kids peace and strength in knowing he is at peace and is no longer in pain.

Patsy McCall

July 19, 2011

Loving thoughts and prayers to you and your family. May God comfort and console you all.

Patsy McCall

Bobby Phelps

July 19, 2011

It was a sad text that I received from my Mom telling me of Dwaynes passing. Dwayne and I were high school teammates and good friends. I had not seen him in many years, but I look forward to seeing him in heaven with our lord. To the Gregson family,my family will keep your family in our prayers.

July 19, 2011

Sherry, I always will remember the first time I saw Dwayne. You & Kristi insisted I go to the ballgame with you and you said,"He's got the cutest little butt". He did love his family and think he found great joy in his life with you. God bless you all.

Paula Springsteen Bonner

July 19, 2011

Praying for your family.

William & Mary Lou White

July 19, 2011

Sherrie and family, sorry to hear of your loss. We will continue to pray for you and your family especially that God will grant you His Peace in your time of sorrow.

darlu taylor nall

July 19, 2011

i've been praying and will keep praying for y'all. may god comfort you and give you peace.

July 19, 2011

Sherrie, you and the kids are in my prayers. May God encircle your family with his love and strength.

Doug Suttle and Family

July 19, 2011

I had the rare privilege of growing up and playing ball with Dewayne. He was always an inspiration on and off of the field. Thank you Dewayne for the treasured memories. Our hearts and prayers are with the entire Gregson Family. God Bless All!

sue steigerwald

July 19, 2011

i remember the swimming pool and high school with dwayne. he was the sweetest boy ever, and obviously carried that sweet thoughtful nature throughout his adult life. can't wait to see you again my friend.

Debbie Carter McCollum

July 19, 2011

Sherry, I was saddened to hear of Dwayne's passing. I pray for peace for you and your family during this difficult time.

Sharon Smith

July 19, 2011

Our deepest sympathy to the family. We are just around the corner and want to be a source of comfort and strength for you.

Tina and David Morgan

July 19, 2011

Sherry, it's been a long time since I've seen you and Dwayne but you've both been in my thoughts and prayers. I'm thankful that he is no longer in pain and God will give you and the kids the strength to go on for a little while until you meet him again. We love you guys and wish we could be there to give you a big hug!

July 19, 2011

I knew Dwayne for a short time and I remember his laughter and his love of family & friends. I know he will be missed. You, his family & friends, are in my prayers as you deal with your great loss. May your faith and love sustain you.

Carol Matheu

July 19, 2011

I never met him or you, but a friend sent me the link and you will be in my prayers today. Im sorry for your loss.
Lo siento mucho, Dios te de fortaleza.

Conrad & Diane Watson

July 19, 2011

Our prays are with you and the family. May God bless Sherry and the children and keep his loveing arms wrapped around them .

July 19, 2011

May God bless Sherry and family and provide them with peace and comfort at this time. Dwayne will be greatly missed, but it is great to know that he is no longer suffering. Remember playing volleyball with Dwayne, Sherry and friends in Peterman many years ago.Shannon and Beth Chandler(Selma, AL)

July 19, 2011

So sorry for your loss. May God bless you and comfort all of you during your time of grief. Thinking of you and praying. Susan & Billy Loftin, Monroeville, AL

John Bowen

July 19, 2011

Sherry, God gave you the strength to endure during the years of Dwayne's illness and He will continue to comfort and strengthen you and the children during the years to come. I believe that Dwayne is at rest with the Lord now and that those of us who believe in God will see him again in Heaven some day. Dwayne was indeed one of the nicest people I've ever known. He was always a pleasure to work with and I admired him for that. Wish I could say the same about myself.

In Christ,

July 19, 2011

I always remember Dwayne as the guy with the continueous smile. I don't think I ever saw him that he didn't have a smile on his face and a kind word to share.
Sherry, my prayers are for God to give you and the children the strength to go on and live the life Dwayne wanted for his family. He is living a pain free life now with his Heavenly Father. May God keep you and your family in His loving arms.

Iva Williams

July 19, 2011

from your Prayer Circle....although we never met you, we will miss you!

Jeanne Harem

July 18, 2011

God blessed all of us by bringing Dwayne into our lives. Hopefully the memories we have of him will bring some smiles during this sad time. I know that his greatest joy in life was his wonderful family. God bless Sherrie and the kids. Please know that his love will always be with you.

Pam Rumsey

July 18, 2011

Will miss you greatly Dwayne. I'm glad you are no longer suffering, but very sad at the same time. I am so glad that I knew you. Will think of those memories of work, softball and ski trips often. Your family is in my prayers.

Carla Styron-Jones

July 18, 2011

May god bless Dwayne's wife Sherry and their children and bring peace to them and to the rest of family and friends.Thoughts and prayers to all; from a classmate of 1978 Foley High School.

Jessica Eisenberg Ruha

July 18, 2011

Some of my favorite memories are of the gang water skiing at Lake Martin, eating chicken wings at Joey's, the surprise birthday party at his house and the AC/DC concert. May Dwayne's memory be a blessing to all that knew him and may he rest in peace.

Paul Stephenson

July 18, 2011

Dwayne was a great guy and I enjoyed being around him. I worked with him for several years and hung out with him outside of work some as well. He valiantly fought and sustained several more years with friends and family. I'm glad he got to do that and now that he is gone, he will be greatly missed. God Bless you Dwayne and my thoughts and prayers go to you and your family in this time.

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