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Gary Gregson Obituary
He was born Dec. 28, 1948, in Baltimore, Md., to the late Walter B. Gregson and Ursula L. (McCall) Gregson. He attended St. Paul's Catholic School and graduated from Butler High School in 1967.
He was an honorary life member of the Knights of Columbus Butler Council 866. He enjoyed playing the accordion for audiences when he was younger. Gary attended LIFE Butler County. He was a member of St. Paul Roman Catholic Church and also attended Saint Andrews United Presbyterian Church.
He married Judith (Funkhouser) Gregson on May 6, 2000. She preceded him in death on May 13, 2014.
Gary always had a smile and said "hello" to everyone he met. He leaves behind many friends and several cousins, including Kathy Huff, who has helped Gary since his wife passed away.
Special thanks to the caring staff of Butler Memorial Hospital, the emergency room, the ICU, Butler Ambulance crew, and the Butler City Fire Department.
GREGSON - Friends of Gary Charles Gregson, who died Saturday, Aug. 24, 2024, will be received from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Thursday at THOMPSON-MILLER FUNERAL HOME, 124 E. North St., Butler.
A Mass of Christian burial will immediately follow at 11 a.m. Thursday at St. Paul Roman Catholic Church, 128 N. McKean St., Butler, with the Rev. John Baver officiating.
All who knew Gary are encouraged to share memories and upload photos to his unique remembrance page at www.thompson-miller.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Richard
December 23, 2024
As Gary´s birthday approaches,
we remember what a special person he was. Sincere condolences to Kathy and all his friends and family.
betty and maryann hartman
August 29, 2024
Kathy and family, You have our deepest sympathy in the loss of your beloved cousin. We are sure he really appreciated all the help and good deeds that you did for him. You always went the extra mile to be there for him. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Friends, The Hartman's, Maryann and Betty
Richard
August 28, 2024
Deepest sympathy to you Kathy, and to all who knew and loved Gary. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Linda B
August 27, 2024
Kathy, I am sorry for your loss. I hope you carry the beautiful memories of Gary throughout your life. I heard you speak of him often and know you will miss him dearly.
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