Gregory W. Minton

Philadelphia, PA - Gregory W. Minton, 31, formerly of Evansville, died on March 7, 2020 in Philadelphia.

Greg attended Christ the King School and Memorial High School in Evansville before spending a semester at University of Evansville. As a gifted pianist, passionate about music, he was accepted at Berklee College of Music in Boston. When he left Berklee, he took a few years away from school and enrolled at University of Maryland in College Park, MD to study journalism.

Greg was a brilliant writer and a thoughtful, well-read intellectual. Greg moved back to his adopted home of Philadelphia about three years ago to live with and among his friends. Happy to be back, he often sported a favorite t-shirt that said it all: "I'm not angry, I'm from Philly". He loved showing friends and family around the city, talking politics and Apple products, taking long walks, listening to progressive rock, heavy metal, jazz, show tunes, and nerdy podcasts.

An overdose of heroin laced with Fentanyl ultimately ended his life. Crushed by the most heart-rending call parents and friends could ever receive, we decided to share the cause of death, hoping to warn of the dangers of heroin and Fentanyl.

Greg is survived by his parents, Sherri & Don Minton of Evansville, his grandmother Sue Noveroske of Newburgh, and grandparents Imogene & Donald Minton of Bowling Green, KY. He is also survived by his brother, Dr. Scott Minton, Carmel, IN. His step grandmother is Shirley Smego in Fort Worth, TX. He has three aunts from Bowling Green: Anita Myers (Robert), Freda Lewis (Doe) and Carolyn Green. He is also survived by cousins Kim Wrye (Scott), Joy Jolly (Benton), Justin Green, Maddie Cline, Macy Wrye, Emma Jolly, Braxton Green, KJ Green. Greg's Godparents are Jean & Jim Shaw, Naples, FL.

The family will have a private service to entomb Greg with his brother, Adam. Rather than visitation and a funeral, the family would like to invite friends and family to take a moment after reading this to think of a few good memories of Greg. He was a talented and unique young man who was loved very much.

Memorial Contributions may be made to 7 Sisters, 2019 E. Chandler Ave., Evansville, IN 47714-2221, a local non-for-profit organization devoted to breaking the silence on coping with drug addiction and the emotional damage it does to the entire family.

Condolences may be made online at www.browningfuneral.com. To view Greg's tribute video please go to https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q1FTO4VyfqE

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Published by Courier Press from Mar. 12 to Mar. 16, 2020.

Memories and Condolences
for Gregory Minton

Sponsored by Browning Funeral Home - Evansville.

13 Entries

Harriette

November 24, 2020

Greg was my friend. He was also my editor. I have been trying to reach him for months but never thought to look here. He had so much wisdom. I will miss him.

March 18, 2020

I do not know you, but wanted to share with you that you are not alone in your suffering and loss. I admire your bravery and boldness..bringing this cause of death out of the shadows may very well save another. My deepest heartfelt condolences

Joyce Babillis

March 16, 2020

I am so sorry to read about the loss of your son, Greg please know that you are in my prayers as you go through this time of grieving.

Pat Fagan

March 15, 2020

Our hearts go out to Don and Sherri and Scott and all the rest of the family. Greg is with Jesus now. My family and I will keep praying for everyone. God bless. The Fagans

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Warren and Mary Papenmeier

March 15, 2020

Don and Sherri
We are so very sorry for your loss, our hearts are broken. We pray that God will give you comfort and peace, not only now during this time of grief, but also as time moves forward.

Hazel Minton

March 15, 2020

My heart breaks for you. Thoughts & prayers for you & your family. I lost a son-in-law to a drug overdose. I am not related to you but I had to read this when I saw the last name. God bless you!

Phyllis Pyle

March 15, 2020

Don and Sherri, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your son. My heart breaks for you. I hope your fondest memories of your beautiful son help you through this very difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Dave and

March 14, 2020

So very sorry for your loss

Joni Veneman

March 14, 2020

First, I'm very sorry for your loss. He sounds like an amazing young man. You don't know me, but thank you for being honest, hopefully it will save a life. If even just one, that's great! My heart goes out to his loved ones.

Amy Kinkel Adams

March 14, 2020

Don and Sherri,
My heart just breaks for you and no words can express my sorrow for you loss. I pray that God's Holy Spirit will comfort you beyond measure during this time. Please know you are being prayed for.

I also want to thank you for your transparency regarding Gregory's passing. Too many people try to hide this, but I'm sure this will save a life (hopefully many).

Amy Kinkel Adams
(KC co-worker)

Robin McKinney

March 14, 2020

Sherri! I am Robin McKinney! I have tried reaching out to you and have not had any luck thus far. What a sad way to find you. I am so very sorry for the loss of your son. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you. Please try to find my on facebook. Blessings, Robin

Donna Mills

March 14, 2020

Words just cannot express how my heart breaks
for each of you. I am praying for the entire family. God Bless each of you.

Martha

March 13, 2020

My prayers are with your family I can't imagine what you are going through such a handsome man

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