Gregory DeMars

Gregory DeMars obituary, Elmhurst, IL

Gregory DeMars

Gregory DeMars Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Gibbons Funeral Home - Elmhurst on Apr. 16, 2025.

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Gregory DeMars, age 65, longtime resident of Elmhurst; loving father of Thomas Demars; dear brother of Douglas (Susan) DeMars and Dawn (Fred) Castro; fond uncle of Derek (Dresden Glover) and Thomas DeMars, Thomas (Gerri) Castro and Frances (Paul) Castro-Hill and great-uncle of Ellie, Addie and Olivia Castro; cherished son of the late Judith, nee Langosch and the late James N. DeMars; former spouse of Karen Scotellaro. Greg was a devoted dad that supported his son through Tom's motocross career while working as a machinist at the Chicago Sun-Times. After retiring with 30 years of service to the Sun-Times, he retired to Great Exuma Island, Bahamas. During his time in the Bahamas he continued to be a support to Tom. Greg loved the outdoors, camping, fishing and shooting as well as time spent with friends and family. A celebration of life is being planned by his family for a future date. Arrangements handled by Gibbons Funeral Home, Elmhurst. 630-832-0018 or www.gibbonsfuneralhome.com

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134 South York Road, Elmhurst, IL 60126

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