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Eleanor Gregory Obituary

Eleanor B. Gregory

Shrewsbury - Eleanor B. (Bott) Gregory, 85, of Shrewsbury, passed away peacefully, in the comfort of her home at Tatnuck Park on Thursday, January 17, 2019. Her loving husband of fifty years, Edward Gregory, and their daughter, Doreen A. Needham, both predeceased her in 2002.

Eleanor was the loving mother of seven children, six of whom survive her; three daughters, Donna L. Lavoie and her husband Edward, Mary Ellen Gregory, and Karen M. Tainter and her husband Paul, all of Worcester; three sons, James E. Gregory and his wife Nancy of Shrewsbury, Paul D. Gregory of Boylston, and Peter J. Gregory and his wife Dawn of Watertown. She is also survived by a brother, George Bott of Millbury; nine grandchildren, George Lavoie, Matthew Lavoie and his wife Elizabeth, Laura Klein and her husband Harrison, Paige Needham, Kelly Gregory, Amy Gregory, Neil Tainter, Sarah Tainter, and Emma Gregory; five great grandchildren, Edward, Theodore, Caitlin, Sarah, and Acadia; many nieces and nephews. Eleanor was one of six children born to Mary (Kosciuczyk) Bott and raised by Joseph Bedugnis, who later married her mother and is the man Eleanor knew as her father. She was predeceased by four siblings, Peter Bott, who was lost in the Vietnam War, Fred Bott who was killed in action during the Korean Conflict, Mary Dusak, and Jane Rivers.

Having been born in North Easton, she was raised in Worcester, she graduated from Commerce High School, later moving to Leicester, finally settling in Shrewsbury in 1962. She was a long-time member of Saint Mary's Church, but was married in and celebrated her 50th wedding anniversary in Saint John's Church in Worcester. For many years, Eleanor was a custom drapery maker and very proud of the many installations she was involved with throughout the area. In her retirement she was honored to be a driver for special needs students and was delighted to watch them progress as they grew.

She was a member of the National League of Families, and with her mother was a member of Gold Star Mothers. Having been involved in Veterans support, through the loss of her brothers, it was her pleasure to travel with her husband throughout the United States for the many Veterans meetings and War Memorial dedications he was involved with.

Eleanor was dedicated to her family and was proud to be involved in their activities, including her daughter's Soccer games, and sharing holidays. She enjoyed bowling, the Red Sox, taking long walks, and supporting Native American causes. In her most recent years, she enjoyed baking, going on outings, painting, and other activities at Tatnuck Park, where she truly loved everyone there, and had so many friends including staff.

Her family would like to thank the wonderful people at Tatnuck Park, Trinity Hospice, and Worcester Homecare for their exceptional care and love shown to Eleanor.

Calling Hours will be held on Tuesday, January 22, 2019 from 4 pm until 7 pm in the MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 370 Plantation Street, Worcester. Her Funeral will be on Wednesday, January 23, from the funeral home, departing in procession at 9:40 am for a 10 a.m. Funeral Mass at Saint John's Church, 44 Temple Street, Worcester. Interment will follow in Mountain View Cemetery, Shrewsbury.

In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to Tatnuck Park, 340 May Street, Worcester, MA 01602 or to Trinity Hospice, 543 Southwest Cutoff, Suite 9, Worcester, MA 01607.

An online register for messages and condolences can be found at

www.mercadantefuneral.com

Published by Worcester Telegram & Gazette from Jan. 17 to Jan. 20, 2019.
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We are saddened to learn of your loss. May you find comfort in knowing that God collects our tears and is ready to comfort us in our moment of need - Psalm 56:8

F&D

February 11, 2019

My Mom, Ann Erickson was a resident at Tatnuck Park with Eleanor. She certainly enjoyed her company and could always count on Eleanor to have a sweet smile!

January 24, 2019

Eleanor was one of the nicest members of our family, and Herb and I are sincerely sorry for your loss. She was always so much fun, and we always enjoyed her company. "My favorite cousin" now has the love of his life with him again. Our love and prayers go out to all of you and we would be with you if we could.

janice andrews

Family

January 21, 2019

Mel, I am so sorry for the loss of your mom, your best friend. My prayers are you with you and your family.

Love,
Cindy

Cindy Ide

January 21, 2019

Donna and Mel, I am so sorry for your loss. I am honored to be part of you and your Moms Tatnuck family.

Jackie Trottier

January 20, 2019

My mother is Barbara from Tatnuck Park, part of the peanut butter and jelly duo. She did not know Eleanor for very long but she really enjoyed her company and sends her condolences. I also enjoyed knowing Eleanor and was always happy to see her adorable smile. Sorry for your loss.

Joyce Powers

Friend

January 20, 2019

Kelly Gregory

January 20, 2019

Kelly Gregory

January 20, 2019

I am so sorry for your great loss. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Kim Mercanti

January 20, 2019

Karen, Neil, Sarah and family, my heart goes out to you. I know how grieved you are and the pain you feel in your heart. I am so sorry for the loss of your mom and grandmother. She will be missed by all, but you hold her in your heart forever with fond memories of how she touched your lives with her love. May the Lord comfort you and carry you through.
love you,
June

June Pugliese

January 19, 2019

So very sorry for the loss of your mother, our thoughts are with you and your family at this time.

Sheila& Ron Talman

January 19, 2019

Connie Zelnia

January 19, 2019

Donna so sorry for your loss, may all the memories of your mom stay close to your heart. Prayers are with you and your family.

Terry Belanger-Oldfield

January 19, 2019

So sorry for the loss of your Mom.

Susan St John

January 18, 2019

My good friend...I will miss you.

Peggy Menegakis

January 18, 2019

To Pete, Maryellen and the entire Gregory Family, Were Very Sorry for your loss. Our sincere thoughts and prayers are with during this difficult time.

Tom Kilroy

Friend

January 18, 2019

love to all my family and friends right now - appreciating the people around me who matter and who will always matter. Thanks to all of you. My Grammy was such a wonderful lady - she spread love and kindness to everyone she would meet. Best crossword puzzle queen of all time - and to spend the last years with her and my daughter Acadia was amazing. She will be missed by many and remembered by all.

January 18, 2019

My brother Rob and I were very close to the family. All through high school, we were at the Gregory's house any time we weren't home or at school. That's a lot of time. Mrs. Gregory later admitted that she knew we were up to shanagans down in the basement, but she always knew where we were and that we were safe. A great lady and my second mother. God bless you Ellie.

Dave Fitch

Friend

January 18, 2019

Mel and Donna- May peace and love surround you during this difficult time. Your mom was such a sweet lady, with such a big heart! Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Kelly Blodgett

January 18, 2019

Jim, Nancy and family, I am so sorry to read of the passing of your Mother,, My sincere sympathy and condolences to you all...Shirley Mossa

Shirley Mossa

Friend

January 18, 2019

Our sincere simpathies to you and yours on the passing of Eleanor. May God grant us all peace, comfort and strength until we are all reunited again in eternity. God rest your soul Eleanor.

Pierre & Renee Lemieux

Friend

January 18, 2019

To all of the family - My deepest sympathy on Eleanor's passing. She was such a lovely person. So sweet and caring. We used to have many conversations when she would stop at the front desk to 'visit'. I am glad to have had the opportunity to know Eleanor and her family. She will be sadly missed at Tatnuck Park.

Mary Ann Cicio

Friend

January 18, 2019

We were so sorry to read Eleanor's obituary in the online version of the T&G. She was a wonderful and beautiful woman. We met through the POW-MIA organizations where she was an outspoken, caring, tireless advocate for her brother. She never lost hope for him. Our families attended many ceremonies together. May her family take comfort in knowing she has finally been reunited with her husband and brothers and other family members. We will offer a Mass for her and remember all of you in our prayers. Please accept our sincerest sympathy.
With love,
Harry and Gail Kustigian

Gail Kustigian

January 17, 2019

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