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Gregory Kellogg Obituary
Born May 8, 1951, in Las Vegas, Nev., Gregory graduated from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas with a degree in political science and began a 36-year career with the Environmental Protection Agency.
Gregory married in 1975 and he and his wife settled on Bainbridge Island, Wash. He developed a love for sailing, enjoying many hours exploring Puget Sound on his boat, Hejira. He served as a personnel management specialist and later as the human resources officer for EPA in Seattle.
Gregory's passion for the environment led him into program work. Over the next several years he served in a variety of positions. While he was on detail as the acting director of the Alaska Operations Office, the Exxon Valdez oil spill happened. He remained to manage EPA's response to the spill.
His love for Alaska remained strong after his return to Seattle. In 1993, he and his son Keagan embarked on a six-week "Alaska or Bust" trip, camping and fishing their way through Canada and Alaska. They received certificates of membership in the Arctic Ocean Toe-Dippers Club.
In 1995, Gregory and his family moved to Anchorage, where he served as deputy director of the Alaska Operations Office. EPA awarded him a bronze medal for commendable service in 2009.
Passionate about soccer, Gregory was coach to the Goldstriker '85 Boys, whom he led to several State Cup championships and to regionals in New Mexico, Utah and California.
Gregory loved his weekly lunches with his daughter, Kira, and granddaughters, Jaidan and Morgan, who will always remember him as Pop-Pop. He loved talking science and politics with his son Keagan and cars with his son Gage, and spending time with his dogs, Moto and Dexter.
Gregory leaves behind his wife, Kathleen; daughter and son-in-law, Kira and David Brodie; granddaughters, Jaidan Davi and Morgan Brodie; sons, Keagan and Gage of Anchorage; mother, Bobbye; brothers, Gary, Darin and Chuck and their families; and niece, Stacey McNary of Las Vegas.
He was preceded in death by his father, Charles Kellogg, and sister, Gayla McNary.
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Zeus Hererra
April 23, 2011
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal."
Echevarria ?"Once a tear fell off my cheek and into the ocean, the day I find it will be the day I stop loving you".
April 17, 2011
Kathy, Keagan, Kira and Gage - we are so grateful that Greg made Alaska home for his family. We are so appreciative of all the hours and passion he put into his volunteer work for the Boys Goldstrikers '85 team. We are so happy his legacy will live on through his very caring and talented family. Know that you will always be family in our hearts -
The Feierabend Family (Janel, Scott, Dash, Tristan and Adriane)
Ken Keach
April 14, 2011
Greg was a wonderful man and a good friend.
I will always remember him for his integrity and the passionate letters he would write to newspapers on behalf of enviromental and human causes he cared deeply about.
My sympathies to his wonderful family, I am sure he is deeply misssed by all who knew him.
Elaine Major
April 2, 2011
Greg was a wonderful person to work with and did so much for the State of Alaska to develop collaboration. He led diverse groups with grace and had the ability to let everyone's voice be heard -even under challenging circumstances. He will be sadly missed! I wish you all the happiest of memories of a great guy!
Nina & Bob Kocourek
April 1, 2011
Dear Kathy and Family...Bob and I were deeply sadden to learn the news of Greg's passing. I truly enjoyed working with Greg over the years at EPA, and am grateful to have had the joy and privilege of knowing all of you when you lived in Kitsap Co. May the great memories of life with Greg give you and yours peace, as his spirit will live on in our hearts.
Peg Lane
March 31, 2011
My deepest condolences to Greg's family. He spoke of them often and loved them dearly, particularly his children and grandchildren. Greg leaves a huge void among those of us who worked with him over the years. He was a mentor and a friend, and we miss him.
Shannon Hawkins
March 30, 2011
It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through. I'm glad I was able to spend a little time before his passing. Sorry for you loss Kathy, Keagan, Kira, Gage, and David.
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