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Greg Jarvis Obituary
After receiving an honorable discharge in 1973, Jarvis entered the private sector where he continued working in the field of satellite technology and was involved in the development and launch of several spacecraft. In 1984, he was chosen as a candidate for the space shuttle program.
On January 28, 1986, Jarvis was Payload Specialist 2 aboard the Space Shuttle Challenger. He and the other six crew members were killed when the Shuttle exploded seconds after lift-off.
Twenty-five years later we remember engineer Greg Jarvis and invite you to share memories and condolences in his Guest Book.
10 Entries
Sharon McConnell
November 15, 2020
As the SpaceX launched today, I again think of the Jarvis family and the pain they went through that very day when we lost the Challenger. Wishing you peace and love Steve, your brother will never be forgotten for his bravery, even though I didn't have the chance to meet him. Thinking of Cindy today too, she was so much fun to work with. I am so sorry, I'll always remember her too.
Omiya Kelley
February 18, 2016
We remember you guys. Your bright smile tends to make me smile even on today February 18, 2016, 30 years later. May god be with you and the ones you loved. I admire you guys. You are truly a hero.
Dorothy Campbell
October 26, 2014
My god be with you and your family always
norman jarvis
January 28, 2014
You and the other will always be remembered. I was just a kid watching the launch in our history class we all were heartbroken and sad I know we might not be related but we share the last name Jarvis rest in peace my friend
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sue cooper
September 30, 2013
God bless you Greg you are with heavenly father now sue
January 28, 2013
A true American hero. RIP Sir.
Kelly Parez
January 20, 2012
I love you sunshine
Kelly Parez
January 20, 2012
Good blees
Daniel Parker
August 3, 2011
He was my third cousin.Because of his death I never got to meet him.
Roberta Barnett
February 6, 2011
In Hermosa Beach, CA, on the Strand, there are a couple of palm tress, a bench, and a tile mural dedicated to the Challenger and its crew. Greg Jarvis and his bike are in there, since he used to ride his bike along that stretch of ocean. I once lived there, and many times I stopped at that bench, looked at the faces in ceramic, remembering the day I heard the news, where I was, what it felt like. And in later years I have often taken my children to see the memorial, to teach them why it mattered. Thank you, Greg, and all of your team, for reaching for the stars so we could touch them too.
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