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Gregory Harrington Obituary
Battle Creek
Dr. Gregory D. Harrington III, 55, died on Friday, September, 25, 2015 from injuries sustained in a bicycle accident.
Dr. Harrington was born on July 9, 1960 in Detroit to Gregory D. and Barbara (Gibasiewicz) Harrington II. He graduated from Bishop Foley High School in 1978, and he went on to Oakland University and graduated with a degree in Microbiology in 1983. On December 28, 1985 he married Jane Woodward in Lansing.
Dr. Harrington graduated from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1987. He did a one year internship at St. Lawrence Hospital in Lansing, and a three year Internal Medicine Residency at Butterworth Hospital in Grand Rapids. Dr. Harrington completed Infectious Disease and Pulmonary Medicine fellowship at the University of Michigan Medical Center. In 1996, he joined The Lung Center in Battle Creek. In 2003, he was hired by Battle Creek Health System as Director of Infectious Disease. He served as Medical Director for the Calhoun County Public Health Department for several years and he was the Director of Infectious Disease for Select Specialty Hospital, Bronson Battle Creek Hospital, and Oaklawn Hospital.
Dr. Harrington attended Battle Creek Friends Church. He was an avid MSU fan having season tickets to Spartan Football. He enjoyed fishing, biking, and swimming. Dr. Harrington had strong faith in the Lord and would always find time to have a prayer with his patients. He will be remembered as a kind and caring man who loved his family and friends.
He is survived by his wife Jane of Battle Creek; sons, Gregory D. Harrington IV, John Harrington, both of Lansing, and Nick Harrington of Battle Creek; his mother, Barbara Harrington of Shelby Township; sisters, Shannon Harrington of Rochester Hills and Shelley (Scott Barber) Harrington of Birmingham. He was preceded in death by his father, Gregory D. Harrington II.
Visitation will take place at the Kempf Family Funeral Homes, Marshall Chapel 723 US 27 North, on Wednesday September 30, 2015 from 2-8pm with family present to greet friends from 2-4pm and 6-8pm. A memorial service celebrating his life will be held at 1pm on Thursday, October 1, 2015 at Dexter Lake Church 1555 East Michigan Ave., Battle Creek. Family will gather with friends following the services at the Kempf Funeral Home Marshall Chapel Reception Hall. The family requests memorial contributions to the Bronson Foundation for Dr. Harrington Memorial. Assistance with memorials is available at the Kempf Funeral Home. Leave a personal message for the family and sign the online guest book at www.kempffuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Gregory Harrington
Brian Leask
October 21, 2015
I was a new patient and I new he is one of good people God put here on earth. I just found out today and I became sad. I am sorry for your lost.
Todd Robinson
October 2, 2015
Dr Harrington I have a very heavy heart I am very great full that I have you in my life God has a wonderful Angel.. Rest in peace. Let God be the glory for all he has done
September 30, 2015
my deepest sympathy to the Harrington family. Greg was a wonderful colleague and talented physician. He will surely be missed. Jocelyn Pouliot
Janet McLeod
September 30, 2015
My condolences to Dr. Greg Harrington's family and friends. He was such a good man and Dr. He truly will be missed by so many. My prayers and love goes out to the family. R.I.P. Dr. Harrington.
Debbie Davis
September 30, 2015
So sorry what a loss. He will never be forgotton his presence and kindness will always be remembered. RIP Dr.Harrington
Nick Sachjen
September 29, 2015
I loved talking to Greg while I was a member of the YMCA in Battle Creek. He was a good man. I enjoyed our conversations a great deal. I'm sorry to hear about his passing.
Jerry Lee
September 29, 2015
I was shocked to hear of Greg's death and remember the fun but difficult times of residency and living down the hall from each other, and teaching little Gregory lines like-Go Blue- to take home and tell his Dad. We shared the challenges of long hours, difficult training and I am very sad to hear that he is gone. Jane may you and the boys find peace through Christ Jerry Lee
Diane Cummins Former Exec. Dir., Calhoun Co. Med. Society
September 29, 2015
As a former presenter and respected member of the Calhoun County Medical Society and Michigan State Medical Society, Dr. Harrington was highly regarded for his knowledge and judgement in his field among his colleagues. He will be dearly missed by all who knew him in all walks of life. When my father needed his care in the hospital, Dr. treated and prayed with and for this 82-yr-old who has never shown any interest in religion. My very deepest sympathy and many hugs and prayers are being sent to the Harrington family.
Sherry Hill
September 29, 2015
I am very saddened to hear about Dr. Harrington he was a great doctor I had him back in 2006 I was impressed when he asked me if he could say a prayer for me I will never forget that.
September 29, 2015
I was a patient of Dr. Harriington last year. I was amazed at his caring and love for his patients. I was floored by his praying with me for healing and strength to get through my illness. I wish more doctors would show this caring. I will always remember him for his special believes and Talents. God bless your family at this difficult time. Connie Hull (Battle Creek)
Beth Lyke, RN
September 29, 2015
What a beautiful person and unique doctor. His passing will be felt by Battle Creek and many surrounding communities. We will miss hearing the prayers he would say for the patients and medical staff prior to a procedure. Not only did his prayer calm the patient, it made us feel appreciated, respected, and gave a sense of peace as well. Now it is our turn to keep Dr. Harrington, his family, coworkers, and patients in our prayers.
September 29, 2015
God Bless you Harrington family. Dr. Harrington was a brilliant man and I was taught so much by him in my days on the 5th floor at BCHS. Also the kindness he showed to my son as a friend of Nick's will never be forgotten. May you have some peace knowing what a wonderful, kind, generous soul he was, and that his willingness to help and heal others was shared by many. This is a tremendous loss not only to your family but the community as well. Stay strong and love each other.
Fondly, Lori Baker
Bill Falls
September 29, 2015
My deepest condolences to Greg's Family. What a wonderful man and physician. I remember Greg as my student and my friend. His empathy and love for his family, patients and osteopathic medicine were his greatest attributes. I will certainly miss my friend. A light has been extinguished far to soon on earth, but will burn brightly in heaven. Rest in peace my friend.
kim gould
September 28, 2015
I knew dr Harrington as my doctor he was a amazing man so sorry for this loss the medical field will never be the same without him what a loss rip dr Harrington may god be with u
Jana TenBrink
September 28, 2015
I am so sorry to here of this tragedy.
Brian Wemple
September 28, 2015
I'm so sorry for your loss. Greg was hit by my house I got home a minute after the accident. Greg was already gone, but I lay my hand upon his chest and prayed for him. I wished I could have saved his life, but prayer was all I could give him. What a splendid person. I know he's in heaven for he was so special on this earth. May God bless you all, and I'm so sorry. Peace Brian
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