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Gregory P. Harding
Avid Motocross Racer
TEWKSBURY -- Gregory Paul "Peanut" Harding, age 23, a resident of Tewksbury for the past 7 years, formerly of Methuen, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, November 18, 2011 at Saints Medical Center in Lowell.
Born in Newburyport on August 6, 1988, he was the beloved son of Robert W. and Teresa A. (Dandurant) Harding of Tewksbury.
Gregory was raised in Methuen, attended Methuen schools and graduated from Essex Agricultural High School in Danvers in 2006.
Following graduation, he was employed in the Landscaping Industry, most recently as an Arborist by Carl's Tree Service of Tewksbury.
Gregory was an avid Motocross racer and competed in the "250" Class races. In 2010, he won the New England Motocross Spring Series Championship. In addition, he enjoyed riding his Harley Davidson "Street Glide" motorcycle accompanied by his many friends. Gregory also enjoyed camping and trips to the Saco River in Maine.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by two brothers, Keith E. Harding and Derek R. Harding both of Tewksbury; his paternal grandmother, Doris L."Dotty" Harding of Boulder, CO; also many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends, especially his close friend, Paul Neulist of Tewksbury.
Gregory was the paternal grandson of the late Earle R. Harding and maternal grandson of the late Paul and Aline Dandurant.
HARDING -- Gregory P. Calling hours will be Friday, Nov. 25, from 4-8 p.m., at the Farmer & Dee Funeral Home, 16 Lee St., Tewksbury. His funeral will be held Saturday, Nov. 26, at 10:30 a.m., from the funeral home, followed by his Funeral Mass at 11:30 a.m., at St. Williams Church, 1351 Main St., Rte. 38, Tewksbury. Interment at Tewksbury Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the Mike Doherty Motor Cross Scholarship, c/o Doherty Family, 41 Highland Rd., Boxford, MA 01921. www.farmeranddee.com
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Theresa, Bob, Keith, and Derek, sorry for your loss. I remember seeing Greg all the time. He was always riding dirtbikes, motorcycles, snowmobiles, etc. He was very talented, a hardworker, and had many friends. This was so very unexpected. It was so nice to have known all of you. I know this is a tough time and my condolences go out to the whole Harding family.
Fatima Borges
December 9, 2011
so sorry for your loss greg was a great kid ,everyone is going to miss him ,love kathy gray
kathy gray
November 27, 2011
Bob, Teresa and all of Greg's loved ones we grieve at the tragic loss of such a good hearted soul, we met Greg on several occasions and thought he was a great kid. Our prayers are with you, our heart goes out to you. All of our love, Richie & Judy
Rich & Judy Alger
November 25, 2011
Teresa and family, Truely a terrible time for you, may time heal your pain. My heartfelt condolences, Becky Andrews
November 25, 2011
I am sorry for your loss. Greg was a greatand talented kid.
Tom Marshall
November 25, 2011
theresa , bob, keith & derek,
i am so sorry for your loss. greg will be extremely missed. it was such a pleasure to have gotten to know him.
erin hensley
November 23, 2011
Our heartfelt condolences to Bob, Teresa, Derek and Keith. We are devastated about Greg's passing. Our favorite memories always included Peanut and his talents. Nothing will ever heal such a tremendous loss, he is irreplaceable. We grieve for you and with you, Love - Paul and Jackie
Jacqueline Amaral
November 23, 2011
Bob, Teresa, Keith and Derek,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you.
Love Dave & Leslie Rhodes
November 23, 2011
Derek and family, I am so sorry to hear about your painful loss. Greg will always walk through you and live forever in your heart and soul. We are all thinking of you and hope that you can find the strength within to get through such a devasting time.
Gail & Fallon
November 23, 2011
We are so very sorry to hear of your loss...we have such wonderful memories of when he was a little guy...our prayers our with you during this extremely tragic time.
November 23, 2011
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