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Gregory Dole Obituary

Gregory Edward Dole - beloved son, brother, and friend - passed away on November 9, 2019, at St. Luke's Medical Center in Houston of congestive heart failure. He was 52 years old. A 1985 graduate of Catholic High, he received a Bachelor of Landscape Architecture from LSU in 1990. He lived many years in Seattle where he completed a Master of Fine Arts in Nonprofit Arts Management at Seattle University. He spent his final years in Houston. Greg was a loyal and thoughtful friend, and a passionate connoisseur of art and museums, history, and a good cup of coffee. His boundless brilliance and irreverent wit kept us all on our toes. Appreciated by his classmates as "Most Likely to Make a Controversial Political Comment in Class," he relished pushing the boundaries. The world is diminished without his humor and love. He is survived by his mother, Renee Maginnis Dole; siblings Michael (Adrienne) and Christopher (Joy); stepmother, Ollie Dole; stepsiblings Amber Dawn Mena and Reacey Gibbs; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Robert Michael Dole. A celebration of his life will be held at a later date.

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Published by The Advocate from Dec. 7 to Dec. 9, 2019.

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Jason Pace

December 11, 2019

Renee, I'm so sorry for your loss. Greg was my closest friend in Seattle during our mid-20s and we navigated the transition to adulthood together, often poorly (ha), but always with gusto. Greg taught me most of what I know about art, and I remember him as a fierce intellect and truth teller.

Marty Martin

December 9, 2019

Darling Renee', I heard this very sad news tonight, and realize that there are no words that might offer you the comfort I wish for you. While I never met your son, I know you and ache for you as a mother (whose own son is the exact age as your Gregory). I send
you love and my prayers that your precious son may rest in eternal peace and light.

Kathleen Callaghan

December 9, 2019

Oh Renee, my heart aches for you. Wishing you peace and love.

Jill Bozeman Mercado

December 9, 2019

Rest In Peace my CHS band friend. We had so much fun in Disney World.

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