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Nancy Jean Gregory

1949 - 2020

Nancy Jean Gregory obituary, 1949-2020, Los Angeles, CA

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1949

DIED

2020

Nancy Gregory Obituary

February 27, 1949 - August 13, 2020 It is with great sadness that the family of Nancy Jean Gregory announces her passing on Thursday, August 13, 2020.A native of Youngstown, Ohio and long time resident of Los Angeles, Nancy is recognized throughout the entertainment world as an innovative entrepreneur and prolific creator of successful and spectacular multi-media and musical productions. She directed, produced, wrote, and choreographed hundreds of award winning theatrical presentations, large scale musicals, international corporate and sporting events from Hollywood to Tokyo, Las Vegas to Paris, New York to Moscow, England, Germany, Italy, Australia and more.Her many additional talents in other media include staging major sporting events including Super Bowls to producing television, directing documentary films and film shorts, Grammy winning music videos, national commercials and Creative Consultant to the City of Los Angeles.One of her greatest joys in life was serving the Los Angeles SHARE Foundation for many years, serving on the Board and volunteering countless hours to fund raising efforts. She is preceded in death by her parents Robert R. Gregory and Betty Ann Gregory of Youngstown, Ohio. She is survived by and lovingly embraced by her brothers Robert R. Gregory Jr. and Mary Eva and Donald James Gregory, both of Nashville, TN. and Ronald Dean Gregory and Michelle of Hudson, Ohio as well as very special friend Mickey R. Shapiro of Los Angeles. Nancy will be fondly remembered and loved by nieces and nephews Logan, Ashley, Erin, Matt, Mike, Katy, Kristyn and grand nieces and nephews Brady, Theo, Eleanor, Edith along with extended family and friends.A memorial service will be held soon in Youngstown, Ohio for immediate family and a Celebration of Life memorial is being planned in Los Angeles to include dear friends and loved ones. Announcements will be forth coming.

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Published by Los Angeles Times on Aug. 19, 2020.

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Kristyn Gregory

August 20, 2025

Thinking of you Aunt Nancy <3 I was 16 when you went, now I'm 21 and about to graduate college, and found myself thinking about you just to realize the anniversary of your death was a week ago. You had such a life that I never got to really see, but it indirectly led to where I am now. I'm gonna start pursuing songs like I used to. I'm sorry I stopped. Depression got the better of me. But I wanna be the kind of person and make the kind of impact that you did. I'm gonna write a song just for you too, even if I never put it out like the others, because you deserve it. <3

Jodi Heath

August 13, 2025

Today I remember you Nancy, a wonderful friend. I know how important you have been to my life. The weird & wonderful years we had together working for the Rams and the delight we shared when you introduced me to your friend...a man I would marry. Bob and I have now been together close to 45 years and think of you often. I miss you Nancy...you will not be forgotten, dear friend.

Vivian Love

August 13, 2023

Remembering you today, Nancy with love and fondness and many memories.

Jodi Heath

August 13, 2023

In loving memory of a wonderful friend. Bob & I will love you and miss you always.

Donna Russo

July 27, 2023

Nancy,
Thank you so much for the Dancing Opportunities. I tried to contact you a few times but wasn´t able to reach you. I loved working with you and will always remember. Loved Dancing with you. RIP Nancy.
Love,
Donna Russo

Wayne Gonsoulin

August 14, 2021

Nancy,
While our journey together was very brief, you had an indelible impact on my life. RIP

Nancy Carol

August 14, 2021

Nancy Gregory you will always be in my heart. I miss you so much

Jodi Heath

August 13, 2021

Dear Nancy,
I see from the many messages from your friends and family, that I am not the only one who misses you terribly. Your special friend Mickey said it best, however, and I will paraphrase: the emptiness I felt with your passing has now been replaced with gratitude for the beautiful 40 year friendship we shared.
You will always live on in my heart.

Mickey Shapiro

August 13, 2021

Dearest Nancy-Stone, Brother Ron and I will be at your final resting place later this morning to honor and celebrate the joy, beauty and love you continue to bring to the lives of all that were blessed to know you. For me the hole in my heart from your passing has now been filled with gratitude for the bright light of your essence that will forever grace my life's journey. I know dearest that you are in a better place being embraced by the DIVINE. My arms will always be around you in my dreams, thoughts and soul. Your elegant radiance will warm my heart forever.

Linda Hoxit-Almeida

October 16, 2020

I danced with Nancy in the 70's doing dancing fashion shows for Steve Goldberg productions, mostly in Beverly Hills. She was always so pleasant to work with, always smiling and a lovely dancer to boot. I was so proud of her doing the choreography and starring in the very first music Video for MTV and the world"Fly Down to Rio" for Mike Nesmith the founder of MTV and one of the Monkee's . The last time I actually saw her was in about '96 at a dancer's luncheon with various dancer girlfriends and she was still so lovely, and still smiling.

Julie McDonald

October 15, 2020

I am so saddened to hear of Nancy’s passing. Nancy was a lovely person and a wonderfully talented and creative Director/Choreographer. RIP Nancy. I will miss seeing your shining face at events around town. ❤❤

Jodi Heath

October 3, 2020

When I met Nancy we were both in our late twenties, working for the Los Angeles Rams. She was already a talented producer, incredibly creative and a delight to work with. Although we both moved on professionally, we remained friends for life. Back then she introduced me to her good friend, Bob Heath. We've been together for 40 years now, and we both miss her terribly.

Dennis G. Assaf

September 2, 2020

I thoroughly enjoyed my brief association with Nancy. She was a sincere, charming and talented lady with whom I hoped to continue collaborating. I am deeply saddened and surprised as I had no idea the battle she was waging. God Bless You Nancy. The angels now have a new project manager and creative artist to enrich the heavenly life.

Giselle

August 29, 2020

It is with the deepest sadness to receive this news. Nancy is a beautiful friend and creative force that lit up the world. I pray she is dan I g in the heavens.

Nancy Carol

August 21, 2020

Nancy Gregory is my friend and mentor. She will always be special to me. She gave me so many opportunities as a dancer/assistant. I was honored and blessed that she was a big part of my life. When I think of Nancy Gregory, the first thing that comes to my mind, she was always a lady, stunning, exquisite and of course talented. I pray for her family and anyone that knew her. You will always be in my heart. I love you and I will never forget you.
Love,
Nancy Carol❤

Liz Levitt Hirsch

August 21, 2020

My dear brave creative marvelous radiant warrior Nancy, it's impossible to comprehend you are at peace. You will certainly make heaven more imaginative and joyful. I miss you dearly.

Earl Scioneaux

August 20, 2020

Thank you for the opportunity to help develop your show Jambalaya. I am sad that I will not see you again. R.I.P.

Sandy Crawford

August 20, 2020

Cousin Bob,
What a shock. She was a lovely woman who always made us laugh. Tracie and I send our love and prayers to you and the family.
Sandy (Crawford)

Katrina Hubert

August 20, 2020

My deepest condolences and prayers to the family. Nancy was a kind and gentle and her spirit will forever be with all that had the pleasure to know her.

Hal Greenfader

August 19, 2020

She was Aunt Nance to my sons and a kindred spirit to me. We’ll miss her profoundly.

Wayne Gonsoulin

August 19, 2020

Nancy was an inspiration. Her work ethic, passion for her art and belief in others set her apart from all others. I only knew Nancy for 4 years, but the opportunity to work with her make them the most memorable years of my life. Her infectious energy and drive toward excellence will be missed.

Wayne Gonsoulin

August 19, 2020

Becky Russell

August 19, 2020

I had the privilege of meeting this beautiful soul over brunch last year (thanks to her brother, Don). She was an incredible woman with so much heart and compassion. She had the gift of making you feel like you were the only one in the room with her. The world is a little dimmer without her bright light!
My heartfelt condolences to her family, and to all who knew her—whose lives are forever touched by making her acquaintance, and simultaneously saddened for the loss of her In their lives.

Adele Langdon

August 19, 2020

Dear and beautiful Nancy. You will be in our hearts forever. Your SHARE sister's will never forget you. Heaven received a beautiful angel. My sincere condolences to the family. We at SHARE Inc, loved her very much and she loved helping the children we support in every way she could. With much love Adele
President of SHARE Inc,

Mickey Shapiro

August 19, 2020

Nancy was a vision of elegance in every sense of that word. For five years she graced my life with beauty, grace and reginement. She enhanced my life immeasurably and did to the lives of anyone blessed enough to have known her. My hearbreaking sadness in losing her is bearble in knowing the joy she provided to me.

Vivian Love

August 19, 2020

My condolences to Nancy's family. She was an amazing talent and a beautiful soul. She was hilariously funny too and I have many, many cherished memories from days gone by. Rest In Peace dear friend you will forever be in my heart.

Tony Russell

August 19, 2020

What an amazing woman. Loved and respected by so many!

A bright light in this world. Will live on in the hearts of all she touched.

Stone Spellman

August 19, 2020

Nancy is and was so important to me, I will always have her in my heart and mind. She’s forever loved and will never be forgotten.
She always pushed me to be better and was so positive in spirits. I will mis her dearly.

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