Gregory C. Stark

1951 - 2013

Gregory C. Stark obituary, 1951-2013, Colorado Springs, CO

Gregory C. Stark

1951 - 2013

BORN

1951

DIED

2013

Gregory Stark Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Nov. 29, 2013.
Greg Stark, 62, Colorado Springs resident, passed away on November 27, 2013. Born on May 25. 1951 in St. Paul, MN, to Douglas and Claire Stark, he was raised on the family farm near Luverne, N.D., where he attended school. After graduating from high school he was inducted into the U.S. Army. In December 1970 he married the love of his life, Wanda Overby. After proudly serving nearly 23 years as a soldier, he retired as a First Sergeant in 1993. He then attended Colorado Technical University where he earned a Bachelors of Science degree. In 1995 he went to work for the Disabled American Veterans (DAV) where he served as a Service Officer and Facility Coordinator. His passion was assisting fellow veterans in obtaining their due entitlements from the Department of Veterans Affairs. He retired from the DAV in 2004.

Greg loved fishing, camping and doing things with his family. He is survived by his wife of over 42 years, Wanda, a son Jason (Ambur) and a daughter (Wendy), along with six grandchildren; Michael, Gabe, Ciara, Elisia, Gianna and Elijah. Brother Steve (Pam) Stark, Mother-in-law Edna Gunn, sister and brother-in-laws Linda Otto, Ron Stadler, Wayne (Diane) Overby, Lonnie Overby, Wesley (Sylvia) Overby, and many Nieces and Nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Mike, a sister, Jeri, father in law Elmer Overby and brother in law Lloyd Overby.

Services with Military Honors will be held at Swan-Law Funeral Home, 501 N. Cascade Avenue on Saturday December 7, 2013 at 2:00 pm. Wake to follow at the Knob Hill DAV Chapter 26, Palmer Park and Peterson Rd. Burial will be at Fort Logan National Cemetery, Denver.

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Wanda and family - We were so surprised and saddened to hear of Greg's passing. So glad we got to know him. He will always be a part of your lives in your heart and mind. Mike and Laurel Vigil

December 6, 2013

Wanda and family - We were surprised and saddened to hear about Greg's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. He will be missed but so much of him will be with you in your mind and heart forever. We are so glad we got to know him. Mike and Laurel Vigil

Chap. Lewis

December 6, 2013

RIP my friend. Comrade in arms.

December 2, 2013

Dear Wanda and family, I am very sad to hear of Greg's passing. Greg was a wonderful person ! My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Sending my deepest sympathy. Kathy Heinze

Left to Right, Allen Leivdal, Robert Hoover, Bill Hartigai and Greg Stark May 1981 Castachello Beach, Italy

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December 2, 2013

December 1, 2013

Wanda and the kids we were shocked to hear of Greg's passing. May the comfort and support of those who love you, along with the memories you hold so deeply locked within your hearts, give you strength at this most difficult time. With sincere sympathy-Peters' family: John, Ivajean, Amy, and Sherry.

Allen Leivdal

December 1, 2013

To the Stark Family, I am deeply saddened to hear of Greg's passing. I was so lucky to be a part of all your lives when we first met at camp Darby, Italy in 1980-1982. I will cherish and remember him, and all of you for all the Good times we spent together at Camp Darby Italy and Holloman AAFB New Mexico. We will keep you all in our prayers.

When I read this verse I truly think of Greg

Psalms 23:6 Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me All
the days of my life; And I will dwell in the house of the LORD

Gregory C. Stark, MSG USA Retired & Allen Leivdal SFC US Army Retired

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