Photo courtesy of Becker Funeral Home, Inc. - Clermont
Clermont, Florida
Jul 7, 1937 – Oct 12, 2015 (Age 78)
Gregory Thomas Eckstein MD age 78, passed away October 12, 2015 in Clermont, Florida where he has resided since 2003. He received his medical degree from Loyola University, Stritch School of Medicine in 1962. He interned at Milwaukee County General Hospital from 1962-63. He was a Captain in the United States Army from 1963-1965. After an honorable discharge, he did his residency in Internal Medicine at Henry Ford Hospital, Detroit, Michigan, from 1965-68. Following his residency he practiced medicine in McHenry, Illinois, from 1968 to 1996. He was much loved by his patients for his caring and compassionate manner. He moved to Florida in 1996 from McHenry as the Medical Director of Humana Military Healthcare Services in Winter Park. He retired from that position in 2002 and moved to Clermont. He and his wife Sandi traveled extensively in Europe for 20 years, especially enjoying tours in Great Britain and a trip to Israel, which was a spiritual milestone. His hobby was genealogy whereby he explored his and his wife’s ancestry. He also loved military history and was an extensive reader. He was a quiet, gentle man whose faith in God directed his life. His faith and unflappable nature made him an excellent physician.
He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Sandra, and two sons, Gregory Thomas Eckstein, Jr. of Apopka, and Michael Eckstein of McHenry, Illinois. He has two grandsons in McHenry, Bennett and Reese Eckstein.
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Praying peace, comfort and strength over you and praying you feel the love of Jesus. What a blessing to walk thru this life with someone you love for 53 years. Hugs, Sherry and Bill ♥
Sherry Slaughter
November 07, 2015 | Clermont, FL
Dearest Sandi and Family,
Our hearts, Love and Condolences go out to you and your family. Please know that you are in our prayers. May God surround you with support and peace during such a difficult loss. Dr. Eckstein was one of the most kindest and gentlest boss I ever worked with for so many years! He taught me so many things. You two were so wonderful together and loved each other so much! You two are wonderful role models and so happy he was able to enjoy his grandkids! He will be...
Vicki Catucci
November 03, 2015 | Orlando, FL
My prayers and thoughts are with you as you grieve Greg's loss. May God stay close to you in the days ahead and give you comfort.
love and prayers
Linda Beauregard
Linda Beauregard
October 19, 2015 | Harriburg, NC
Sandi, our prayers are with you and the family at this time. I will always remember his camaraderie, kind words and unrelenting focus on the good of the patient.
Blake Dickeson
October 18, 2015 | Englewood, CO
Sorry to hear of Dr. Eckstein's passing very much missed as the best doctor McHenry ever had. The only Dr. that really was concerned that you got better. God Bless.............Elaine King, McHenry, IL
October 16, 2015
Sandi and family, we're sorry to learn of Greg's passing. We enjoyed meeting him at the Pastfinders gatherings. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Carol and Amos Duncan
October 14, 2015
