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THEODORE GREGOR Obituary

GREGOR, THEODORE " Ted" H., 61, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 24, 2012 after a brief illness. Ted was born in Greensboro, North Carolina. Son of the late Jerry and Page Gregor. He was a loving father to his two sons Gerasimos (Gerry) Gregor and Christopher-George Gregor, and was preceded in death by his wife Alkmini Gregor. He is survived by his fianc‚ Diana Tsifopoulos Honey and her two children, Charles and Christina. He attended the University of Miami and received a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering and an MBA. Ted was the owner of Aero Kool Corporation, an FAA 145/ ISO aircraft component repair and overhaul facility in Hialeah Florida. The company was founded by his father, Jerry T. Gregor, in 1959. Ted grew up with the company and rose to the top position of President /CEO in 1997 after the passing of his late father. Aviation was Ted's passion. A dynamic individual involved in many activities during his career including, serving as both a Director and President of the Miami Maintenance Management Council (MMMC), being a Director of the Greater Miami Aviation Association (GMAA). Additionally, he served as a Board of Director member of several private organizations including the Beacon Council's Aviation Task Force for South Florida. He was honored in 2001 as the recipient of the GMAA Eddie Rickenbacker Award for his contribution to the aviation industry in South Florida. Ted Gregor also served as VP of the Board of Directors for Saint Sophia Greek Orthodox Cathedral of Miami. Ted will be truly missed by his sons, his fianc‚, her children, many cousins, his friends, the Greek community, the aviation industry, and especially by his "right hand woman," Margie Moro. The visitation will be held Wednesday, November 28th between 7-10 PM at the Van Orsdel Coral Gables Chapel in Coral Gables (4600 SW 8th St) Coral Gables 33134. Funeral services will be the St Sophia Greek Orthodox Cathedral of Miami (2401 SW 3rd Avenue, Miami 33129 at 10AM Thursday November 29th (www.stsophiamiami.org) In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center (SCCC) Attn: Dr. Bach Ardalan, 1475 NW 12th Avenue (Room 3510) Miami, Florida, 33136.

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Published by Miami Herald from Nov. 27 to Nov. 28, 2012.

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Preston Nesselrotte

October 22, 2013

I knew Ted from working in the Aviation community for many years. We would always see each other at trade shows and conferences and he had such a great demeanor and unforgettable personality. I just found out he passed and my heart sank to hear this news. My prayers and thoughts go out to his sons and his family.

Ramiro Fernandez

December 4, 2012

I found out today of Mr. Gregors passing and wanted to express my most deepest and sincere condolences to his family and friends. I met Mr. Gregor and Diana not long ago but he was a great guy. Although I wasn't blessed with the opportunity to have known him longer, I will truly miss him. God Bless All.

Greg Adams

November 30, 2012

Ted was a genuine friend to my family and me, and our hearts are saddened by his passing. He was an excellent businessman, but he was an ever better person. I am glad that I was able to get to know him outside of a work setting. His kindness and generosity were extraordinary. Words fail me. I can only say that I will miss him terribly. He was a true gentleman.

Sherry Morris

November 29, 2012

Ted will be missed by everyone in the aviation community. Everyone at ME Plating wants you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. I know that they have taught you well, loved you well and that they will be looking out for you throughout your lives.

Fr. Stavroforos Mamaies

November 29, 2012

When I heard you fell asleep in the Lord I knew I lost a great friend. It hit me quite hard because true, genuine, and sincere friendship is so hard to find in this world. You were a man of values, and high standards. Your were God-fearing, and protective of the family that God had given you. Your love for your sons, the last ounce of strength that you used to guide them and instruct them and be a role model for them is something that I will cherish in seeing in my years of ministry at St. Sophia as its Dean.
You were always there for me and I know how protective you were of me as your priest and your other great love Saint Sophia. People like you come once in a lifetime and I will always cherish our relationship and those beautiful memories. It is my prayer that Christopher George and Gerry come to realize the lessons in life that you tried to instill in them. May your prayers from Heaven light their path to allow your sons to see how God directed you in life and how the connection never dies. As a man gets older the wisdom of the father becomes understood as experience leads them to the same solutions. To Diana your fiance, I thank you for providing a loving and caring environment for the family. Margie I know how much Ted meant to you in terms of his leadership and as a mentor. May the tools that he gave you last a lifetime. Ted I know that your in a place where there is no pain, no sorrow, no sighing. We who love you as a friend will never forget you and our loss is great. May your memory be eternal my friend.

Daniel McCain

November 28, 2012

May you find peace during this difficult time....

November 28, 2012

Our hearts go out to you Gerry and Christopher-George. We knew your parents from PTS and it was always evident how much they love you. The Zachar Family.

November 28, 2012

From his friends within the US Air Force, our sincere condolences to the Gregor and AeroKool families. Ted was a great leader in the industry but more important, he was a strong family man, had great compassion for others and was a great friend. He will be missed but his memory will live on in our hearts.

Deb Massar and Jackie Rockas

November 27, 2012

My prayers, thoughts and love to the Gregor and Aero Kool Corporation families. May God Bless and comfort you during this time.

Ricky Rodriguez, former AKC employee.

November 27, 2012

Selfishly we miss you here at Sylvester but know you are now in a better place. You will be greatly missed. My condolences to your family

November 27, 2012

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Barry Baker

November 27, 2012

Had some good times with a great man. He will be missed by many.

Juan and Sebastian Nicholls

November 27, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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