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1942 - 2023
Leon Fox
February 17, 2025
My brother from another mother. We started kindergarten together in 1950 at Pulaski School, Gary, IN
Tonda B
February 18, 2024
Memories never fade therefore you´ll be missed but never forgotten. Continue to Rest In Peace Mr. Gregory .
Robin
February 16, 2024
Miss you dad!
Leon Fox
August 11, 2023
My Condolences to the Gregory family, may Willie Russell Gregory Rest in peace. "Chops", as they began calling him in his late youth ( because of his short choppy stride when he ran track). Willie and I were friends since Kindergarten. We attended Pulaski School from kindergarten to the 9th grade, and remained friends for life. May he RIP. Willie, was one of the nicest people a person could meet. He was always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone who needed it. If he was your friend, he was a true friend. he will be missed.
Mathis "Cutter" & Brenda Franklin
March 19, 2023
We are heartbroken after learning the news of our good friend Russell Gregory. We extend our deepest prayers and condolences to the family.
Soror Heather
March 4, 2023
Dear Kimberly Gregory and Family,
A limb has fallen from your family tree.
You may hear a voice that says grieve not for me.
Remember the best times, the laughter, and the song of the life that your father lived while he was strong.
Continue his heritage.
He is counting on you to keep smiling and surely the sun will continue to shine through.
Keep your mind at ease knowing his soul is at rest.
Please remember how you are truly blessed.
Continue family traditions no matter how small.
Go on with your life don't worry about falls.
Like that of the Yellow Tea Rose, which conveys warmth and happiness, friendship, and care. We as your sisterhood wants to convey our warmth and affection, we know you will miss your father dearly.
Remember you are wrapped in the color of Royal Blue -God´s Royalty and riches. Continue to live selflessly as a servant of God. Let the Gold represent God´s holiness, divine nature, and his majesty.
So, we say to you as your "Sister´s Keeper", keep your chin up until the day comes where you're together again. We love you.
Sincerely,
Your Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Sisters,
Isabelle Plair
February 27, 2023
RIP My brother and friend of 30+ years you will be missed ... And to the family please hold on to all of those precious fun memories . May God strengthen your hearts .

Ruth Haynie
February 27, 2023
To the Gregory Family,
Praying that God will strengthen and comfort the family in your time of sorrow. Ruth Haynie
Geraldine Cash
February 27, 2023
My condolences to the family. Russell was a character. Always lively & fun to be around. Enjoyed his beer can chicken at the picnics. Rest in peace & power my friend. You will be missed by us all!
Rea Ambrose Gregory
February 26, 2023
I´m praying for Brenda, David, Dante, Robin, Yolanda and Kym to find healing, peace and comfort through the Lord's love. In time, you'll be able to share the wonderful memories of Russell. He was a great brother in law to me. Russell RIP and we Love you.
Chester M Gregory II & Edie
February 26, 2023
To family
May memories of happy times you shared help ease your loss and bring comfort to you now.
Bridgette Barnett
February 26, 2023
My Condolences & Prayers to my family
Thomas & Shana DeJesus
February 25, 2023
To Dante
Sending our thoughts and prayers to you and your entire family. May God comfort you doing this time.
Larry and Linda Harris Webb
February 23, 2023
To David, Yolanda, Robin, and the entire Gregory family. Our prayers are with you during this most difficult time. Your dad is gone from your sights but never from your hearts. Trust in God, He will see you through.
Adria
February 23, 2023
So sorry for your loss Robin. I´m praying for comfort to you and your family as you grieve your father´s passing. And hope that you can find peace and joy in the remembrance of the love you shared. His legacy will be honored by those who knew him well and the stories you tell. Lean on each other during these difficult times for strength.
Jessie fairley
February 23, 2023
To the Gregory family and Brenda my condolences to everyone. He will truly be missed.your sis Jessie and Fairley family.
Samantha Johnson
February 23, 2023
Sending my deepest condolences to the family know that Russell will definitely be missed very well known very lovable know that he is safe in the Masters arms
Vivian
February 23, 2023
Our condolences to the family of W Russell Gregory. Great person and was proud to call friend. Much Love Russell RIHP Vivian and the URA family
Jimmy Cook
February 23, 2023
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Natalie Evans
February 22, 2023
Sending love and prayers at this difficult time.
Lena Heffner Willis
February 22, 2023
Deepest sympathy to the Gregory family. Russell was one of my favorite cousins. May he rest in peace.
Orson and Laurie Lewis
February 22, 2023
To Robin, Yolanda and family. O and I are sending our deepest condolences. We are praying for you and you mourn the loss of your beloved family member. Cherish your fond memories with Mr. Gregory and cling to each other during this difficult time. May he rest in peace.
JOANN GAMBLE
February 22, 2023
So sorry to hear about Willie's passing the Ggregory family are amazing people. Willie was always a great person he will be missed.

Bonita L. Howard
February 22, 2023
"Chops" will truly be missed by all who knew and loved him. You couldn´t have met a nicer, kind, and lovable person with a big heart. He was always such a happy go lucky type of guy who was fun to be around. My Sincerest Prayers & Condolences go out to his entire family. He´s absent from the body but present with the Lord.
Bonita L. Howard & Family
Marilyn Luckett Blakemore
February 22, 2023
To the Gregory Family and Brenda, on behalf of the Blakemore Family, we offer our prayers to this Family durning your time of bereavement. Chops was place when we all came in town we knew could gather and have a great time. He was a friend to our family.
Dion Thomas
February 22, 2023
Gregory Family,
I´m offering prayers and condolences on behalf of my dearly departed brother Ron Morton & LRC Liquors family as we shared many years of mutual support.
Brother, Anthony Thomas who worked many years in Liquor Sales with Russell is currently hospitalized yet sends his deepest sympathies as well.
Russell was always a pleasant soul that gave himself even thru the difficult times of doing business in Gary.
Chops is always in our beloved memories and will be truly missed.
Dion Thomas
Phoenix AZ

Tony Cox
February 22, 2023
I remember Mr. Gregory as a child when he use to deliver beverages on the supply truck. I would say Hi Chops. And without breaking his stride he would always say, "Hey, hey what's happening." Later in adulthood I would affectionately refer to him as Uncle Willie. He always had a kind word for my parents and they him as he greeted them with a warm smile. His pain is no longer and he may now rest in peace.
BARKSDALE Reginald
February 22, 2023
Peace and blessings to The Gregory Family.
Marvin Malone
February 22, 2023
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Jimmie & Daisy Curtis and Dorothy Curtis
February 21, 2023
To Russell's Family,
Please accept our heartfelt condolences in the transition of your Beloved Russell. May your fond memories bring you joy in the years to come.
Yours in Christ,
Reese/Hardiman/Pirtle Family
February 21, 2023
To Robin, Yolanda, David Gregory, and family, we convey our deepest sympathy and condolences to you all during your time of bereavement. We over prayer that God will give you all the comfort and peace to get through your loss. Know we love you all.
Glenn Trammell
February 21, 2023
Prayers go out to the family of Chops. GOD doesn't make mistakes.
Gwendolyn Hemphill
February 21, 2023
Prayers are with you now as you say good bye to your loved one. Please remember all the good times you had together. Praying that you'll find peace in knowing the light of such a beautiful sprit lives on.
Tonda Boyd
February 21, 2023
I had the privilege of working for Mr. Gregory, he was very business oriented, demanded great customer service, and had the heart to help and hire me as I was going through financial hardships. Stern but good man. Hope family gets peace over his departure from this earth. as time will be on all of your sides to reflect on memories . and moments with him.
Robyn L Harwell-Dix
February 21, 2023
My deepest condolences to the Gregory family. My prayers to you all during this difficult time.

Baby Girl Robin
February 21, 2023
Fly High Dad!!!!!
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February 22, 2023
Willie Gregory Obituary
On Wednesday February 15, 2023, at the age of 80, Willie Russell Gregory, passionately known as "Chops" was called home to be with the Lord. He was born on November 15, 1942, in Starkville, MS to the late Arthur Sr. and Doddie B Gregory. He... Read Willie Gregory's Obituary
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