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for Isaac Greggs
NIKITA MARIE MCCRAY MOOK MOOT OR MOO
March 31, 2025
I SORRY ABOUT MY FAVOVITE . I AM FORMER CLINTON ELEMENNTARY LOWER SCHOOL&CLINTON MIDDLE BAND MARCHING MEMBER SINCE 1983 -1991
Greg Scott
February 19, 2025
I was attending Southern University in 1985 and Dr Greggs was always inspiring and professional. May he continue to Rest In Peace
Javon Belona
January 7, 2020
he has made the southern university human jukebox to the next level in music, plus the famousness when they performed with Lizzo " Good as Hell".
Eileen A. Taylor
May 20, 2014
My family and I offer our heartfelt condolences and prayers to you all. Weeping endures for a night, but joy comes in the morning! When you have done all that you can, the best that you can, as long as you can, with as much love as you can, the rest is in God's hands! With love, time, and prayers, things will get better. May loving lessons and memories comfort and encourage you as you move forward without your father/grandfather/husband/friend & may God bless, comfort, and strengthen you now and always. To see & hear Doc's hard work meticulously executed was always quite enjoyable. His interactions in Baton Rouge & with the Jaguar Nation will be missed. Thank God for his 85-year life with us.
Lenora Peters
May 18, 2014
It was an honor knowing Dr.Greggs. I attended Southern University from 1974-1979. What a great legacy he leaves.
- Lenora Peters ( Houston, Texas)
Judy Johnson
May 16, 2014
To: The Greggs Family
"DOC" has achieved success and lived well;He laughed often and loved much:
He had the respect of intelligent men and women and the love of so many more...His life was an inspiration;
and His memory a benediction.
Rest easy knowing His legacy lives on.
God's Speed to you All.
Dennis Woodfork
May 14, 2014
I would like to extend my heartfelt Prayers to the Greggs family, I was blessed to know 'Doc' Greggs, and had the fortune to be part of the "Marching 190", when the phase was coined "Human Jukebox"- Isaac Greggs was the best...
Evelyn Wilkerson
May 14, 2014
What an honor it was knowing such a hero, that was Dr. Greggs in his times. An awesome person and Band Director. 1977 Alumni-S.U.
Diane Ford-Pratt
May 8, 2014
What a phenomenal legacy Dr. Greggs has left S.U. I attended from 71-75 and enjoyed watching him and the band. He helped everyone love Southern U.
Simmie Pipkin-Belonga
May 7, 2014
We were first Notre Dame High School in Shreveport, LA to have the pleasure of such a great band director. Playing my F horn and marching with your knees up high was what it was all about. Now he is a band director for the Lord.
Carolyn Jones
May 6, 2014
Doc u will be missed may god wrap his arms around your fam.may they remember to be absent from body is to be present with The Lord . To my classmate dedrick my prayers r with u
May 6, 2014
Wow Doctor Greggs. As a member of the Notre Dame High School Marching Band in Shreveport, LA, we had the best band in the land. We had you first, and it was all about high stepping and blowing your instrument. There were no "HORN HOLDERS." Thank you for all that you brought to NDHS, we love you and to your family, I think he my be director of that brass band in heaven.
The Comforter is with you.
Stacey Woods
May 6, 2014
My parents, both alumni of Southern University, would take me to the football games as a little girl. I did not care about football one bit, but when half-time came, I would take my pom-pom (or shaker), hold it on the top of my head, and in my mind I would transform into a member of the Southern University Human Jukebox from Jaguar Land! Or, I imagined being on the field, dancing like one of the Dolls. I grew to love music because of this early exposure to the band, and I did learn to play the Clarinet along with learning to dance. I'll never forget my dance performance at half-time for homecoming. I went on to receive a scholarship in Music at Xavier University, but I would return home on game weekends to see the band with the "S" on their chest. Doc, THANK YOU for your legacy and your love. You will be remembered.
Doris Glynn Chenier
May 5, 2014
You will be forever in my ??Doc! May you Rest in Peace!
Elva Gedward
May 5, 2014
Time makes one a legend. Legends leave legacies. Your beautiful children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren Will forever remind us of your warmth, kindness,and talent. You were an awesome entertainer! Thanks for the memories.
Angela Tubbs
May 5, 2014
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever. May the Peace of Christ be with you.
Robin Whitley-Blackmon
May 5, 2014
I grew up in the stands dancing and jamming to the Human Jukebox. I attended SU and continued to jam to the sounds of the Human Jukebox. I have taken my kids to the Bayou Classic and Homecoming to hear the Human Jukebox. Doc Greggs your legacy has carried on for generations and will continue to carry on. Thank you for what you did for SU. Your Homegoing celebration was just like your band, "Often imitated but Never Duplicated". May God bless and comfort the family during this time. You do not celebrate or grieve alone. The SU Family is here with you and we love you.
c/o 92 and 95
Carolyn Elmore-Martin
May 5, 2014
To the Gregg family,
Thanks for being unselfish and sharing your gift of this prescious man. There would not ever have been a Human Juke Box nor would a lot of students have accompolished so much if it were not for Dr. Gregg. RIP Doc
Dennis Daniels
May 5, 2014
Icon, Legend, Advocate, Ambassador and I could go on and on about this GREAT JAGUAR. You can't say SU without mentioning the name of Dr. Isaac Greggs. My prayers go out to the Greggs Family, Human Jukebox and the entire SU Family.
Lisa Wilridge
May 5, 2014
God needed another beautiful flower for his garden. You are truly a legend. RIP Dr. Greggs
R. Dorton Jr.
May 5, 2014
May the Lord GOD bless every soul you ever touched... students, fans, observers, alumni and friends from past and present. Peace and love I send to family and friends of Dr. Greggs! (Architecture/Business S'10)
Darryl Green
May 4, 2014
Thoughts and Prayers with you and your Family , from a fellow CO-Worker @ Formosa Plastic . Darryl Green Citgo Petroleum Lake Charles , La .
BARBARA (GIVENS) COHEN
May 4, 2014
TO THE FAMILY OF DR. ISSAC (PATTY) GREGGS. HE DID SO MUCH FOR SO MANY, FULFILLING "TO WHOM MUCH IS GIVEN, MUCH IS EXPECTED". HE WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED AND IN OUR HEARTS. 'RIP', PATTY, YOUR JOB WAS WELL DONE. SINCEREST CONDOLENCES. FAMILY (FRIENDS) BE JOYFUL, HE LOVED US ALL. GOD IS WITH YOU NOW AND ALWAYS.
Chaucer Dunlap
May 4, 2014
Truly one of a kind. Nothing at Southern prepared me for the real world like being associated with Doc. I thank you for the life lessons. May you rest in peace. Fall '83
Charles McKnight
May 4, 2014
My prayers are with the Greggs family. R.I.P. Dr. Greggs !
Charles McKnight
May 4, 2014
My prayers are with the Greggs family. R.I.P. Dr. Greggs !
Denise Williams
May 3, 2014
I thank God for His many gifts He BLESSED Mr. Gregg's with and I thank Mr. Greggs for SHARING those gifts with others.
Lionel Holmes Jr
May 3, 2014
may god bless the Greggs family he was a great man
Diedra Johnson
May 3, 2014
R.I.P. Doc.
Marilyn Stewart Burleigh
May 3, 2014
I had the great pleasure of meeting Dr. Greggs when I was in the band at LSU. He came to one of our rehearsals, conducted us in song or two, and then chatted with us afterward. He was such a CLASS ACT--a true genius, but so humble about it. Without Doc, there would be no Human Jukebox. He did a lot to bring pride and attention to the Southern University music department, Southern University, and Baton Rouge. He will be missed by more people than you can imagine because he touched that many lives in his special way.
David Tyson, Jr.
May 3, 2014
My prayers go out to the family of Dr. (Patty)Greggs. He is already missed.
Beverly A Ford
May 3, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow. Thanks for sharing such a wonderful role model for all mankind. With love and admiration to the Isaac B. Greggs family.
Eric Sherman
May 3, 2014
To the Greggs Family,
You have my deepest sympathy.
Eric Sherman - SU Band 1974 - 1977
Yolanda Nicholas
May 3, 2014
Our prayers are with the family,
Yolanda Nicholas &Family
Tony Lacour
May 3, 2014
Rose, I am signing this guest book because I hope it makes you guys feel better...Rose I often wondered , growin up in B.R., if you ever got mad at anybody (smile). To Audree, Colette, Dedrick, and Mark, your father was a very talented man, and he made 2 very wise decisions, one was choosing S.U. and the other was choosing Rose Audrey Metoyer. GOD BLESS YA'LL!
Sherrelle Diggs
May 3, 2014
As a little girl growing up in Scotlandville behind Scott's Bluff, every Saturday I would sit outside and wait to hear the band for the games because I heard them all week practice. My dad would say "Baby girl that's Doc directing that band". When finally attending Southern, Dr. Greggs always had a smile but gave the guys hell. He will be greatly missed by his Jaguar Nation Family. Take your rest Doc and know music in bands across America is because of you.
Cedric Holland
May 3, 2014
Sympathy and condolences are being sent out to the family. Dr. Greggs will be missed by all who knew him. Rest In Peace, Doctor Greggs
Marla Arrington
May 3, 2014
R.i.p dr.Greggs! I am a southern univ. alumni 1992-1996 & will never forget S.U. and the performance s on campus of the S.U. marching band a.k.a. "the human juke box". May your legacy& memories bring your family& friends comfort.
Bro. Vada Mitchell
May 3, 2014
You were truely the Light of Southern University !!! Gone but not forgotten...the JUKEBOX lives on----Peace and Blessing Bro. Vada Mitchell
May 3, 2014
To Rose Audrey, Audree, Colette, Dedrick, and Mark...I 'm signing this guest book because I hope it makes you guys feel better, I know what you are going through. Remember, Doc made two very wise decisions in his life. One was choosing Southern U, and the other was choosing Rose Audrey Metoyer as his wife (Cane River Blood). God Bless Ya'll.
Etha LaCour
May 3, 2014
A life well lived! May God continue to strengthen you in your time of sorrow. You have many beautiful memories to cherish. Often imitated, but never duplicated, Doc was truly an original, full of style and class.
Grady Jarrett
May 3, 2014
May God bless your soul as you ascend into heaven , Doc you has been an inspriration to so many lives in the Baton Rouge and world community so take your skills to the Big Band in heaven and peace to your family and friends ...
God Bless
Paquita Cook Anderson
May 3, 2014
SENDING PRAYERS UP TO THE FAMILY DURING THIS DIFFICULT TIME. SU WILL NEVER BE THE SAME WITHOUT U. MR GRIGGS U WAS THE HUMAN JUKE BOX. RIP LOVE JASZZ
Michael Nedd
May 3, 2014
My prayers go out to the Greggs family. Doc will be missed.
Vanita Ruth
May 3, 2014
My prayers are with the Greggs family, he was truly a gift from God and touched so many people lives and his love for music is truly a blessing to everyone of SU family.
Cynthia Hunt Horton
May 3, 2014
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Min. Freddie Hills
May 3, 2014
It is a blessing to have known and studied under Dr. Greggs (74-79) May the Lord continue to bless and comfort his family during this time my prayers are with you all.
Rickey Watkins
May 3, 2014
To the Greggs Family on behalf of the Washington Marion Marchin Jukebox will keep your family in our PRAYERS. DOC was one of a KIND
Angela Holder
May 3, 2014
Mrs. Greggs, Audree, Colette, Dedrick, and Mark,
I want to be numbered among the many who appreciate you sharing the "gift" in the person of "Dr. Isaac B. Greggs." My parents affectionately referred to him as "Patty." My brother, Don, had the opportunity to play under him at SU Lab before he went on to the university. I take away from "Doc" his attention to detail and respect for precision: nothing done "halfway" was acceptable. The proof is in the legacy of showmanship/discipline/talent that is the Southern University Marching Band. Again, thank you for sharing him with us.
Robert & Cherryl Montgomery
May 3, 2014
Our sincerest condolences to the family. Doc brought so much joy to so many lives. RIP Doc!
Kirk A. Williams
May 3, 2014
With sincere and deepest sympathy for the loss of this great "Legend". Dr. Greggs is synonymous with the Southern University Marching Band. So many prideful moments were created by him and his influence.
Doug Williams
May 3, 2014
Doc, rest in peace!! Nobody did it like you, and always with a smile. Prayers for the family
Benjamin Milburn
May 3, 2014
Master of Music! RIP sir.
Benjamin "Blove" Milburn
Fall '92 Trombone
JENNIFER DUCRE
May 3, 2014
"The trumpet shall sound in all the heavens" You've lived a wonderful life Doc with no regrets. Take your rest amongst some of the greatest musicians in heaven. We have lost a true legend but God has welcomed a true servant. Love you Doc. Father God in the name of Jesus, allow your Holy Spirit to dwell forever in the presence of the Greggs family. Comfort them and give the perfect peace. AMEN!!!!
Kenri Avery
May 3, 2014
Thank you to the Gregg's family for allowing us to have so much time with your dad for so many years. It is a blessings to be able to have been a part of his life.
Ruby Wheeler-Ford
May 3, 2014
To: Rose Audrey and Family
May God Bless you and keep you safe. Our sympathy to you on your loss. We love you and you know we were so proud of "Patty" on his success in the music world. Love. Ruby Wheeler Ford and Family
LATONYA BROWN
May 3, 2014
RIP Dr. Isaac Greggs
Patricia Thomas
May 2, 2014
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Vanue Lacour Jr
May 2, 2014
"Patty" Greggs as he was know to us as a family member, was big as life could ever be and exuded happiness in many, many ways. Patty was a great friend to our family and will be deeply missed. May the memories shared comfort us all and help the healing that now must take place. May God's blessings be with Rose and family. With deepest sympathy - The Lacour Family.
May 2, 2014
Thanks for the memories Dr. Greggs, you put the S in Showmanship. Love Marilyn and Linda.
Dr. Orrin M. Wilson
May 2, 2014
To the Gregg's family, may the maker keep hands over you in this time of mourning. Dr. Greggs was a blessing in my life and I thank you for sharing this wonderful man with all of us, his students! Dr. Greggs I love you and you will always be in my heart!
Chandralynn Livous
May 2, 2014
You are in our prayers Greggs Family, God Bless.
Chandralynn and Rivers Livous
SU Class of 80
Chandralynn Brown-Livous
May 2, 2014
My prayers are with the Greggs Family and the Jaguar Nation who truly loved Dr. Greggs. He was a true Ambassador for our great University. I will never forget Doc leading the band in cheers at the football games, basketball games and pep rallies. I also remember how much my brother enjoyed marching with the Human Jukebox under Dr. Greggs. Doc will truly be missed but his legacy will live on in college and high school bands throughout the country.
Rev. Mary Edith Moody and Family
May 2, 2014
It is with deep and heartfelt sympathy that I pen this message. I can remember the summer of 1949 when my late brother, George L. Moody, Sr. and I were studying in Chicago and who would cross the street but Greggs. He visited Bethel AME Church with us on occasions. George and Greggs were in the marching band together. George, Jr. was a member of Mr. Greggs band, Sarah Moody Thomas and Yvette Moody were dancing dolls with the band. He was one of a kind. He was one of the best known persons at Southern University. May God shower you, his family and the S.U. family and friends, with love .
Kimberly August
May 2, 2014
Mrs. Greggs, Audree, Collette, Dedrick, and Mark; I am so sorry for your loss. Dr. Greggs was so much more than educator, neighbor and mentor he is responsible for giving generations of young people a sense of pride and direction. He will be missed dearly by so many. I will always treasure my interactions with Doc and I will keep you all in prayers. Love, Kim
Gina Jobe Ishman
May 2, 2014
Rest in peace DOC! I love you dearly!!! Thank you for providing me the opportunity to be apart of the best band in the land. I will always cherish those memories forever, and I will never forget you.....my thoughts and condolences to Mrs. Gregg's and family. Thank you for opening your arms to us as your extended family....my prayers are with you.
God Bless and Much Love,
Gina Jobe Ishman
Dancing Doll 93-97
Frederick "SWAMPTHANG" Carter
May 2, 2014
Thanks doc, for all you've done for me and the role you played in my life a role that helped me grow into the man I am today. ...R.I.P.
Fathiya Freeman Davis,
May 2, 2014
BELOVED GREGGS FAMILY:
May the peace of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ rule and reign in your hearts daily. Hold fast to your profession of faith and trust God for all that you have need of; He is sovereign. Dr. Greggs was a musical genius who touched the hearts and lives of many. He has left his mark in history and will live on through the stupendous legacy that he has left behind.
"Thanks for the precious memories, Doc Greggs!"
Prayerfully yours,
Mary O'connor
May 2, 2014
Rest in peace, Dr. Greggs. I remember attending Southern University and attending the games with my whole family. The highlight of the game for us was not watching the Jags play, but watching how you molded and trained these young men to do their very best. And they did it so well. Great Job, now it's time to rest. God Bless. Mary Virginia O'Connor
Mrs Shawnda Butler
May 2, 2014
My Thoughts and Prayers to Mrs. Greggs, The Family, Friends, The Band Students, and the entire SU Jaguar Nation. He will be missed and We will always Love Him. We Rocked and Rolled with Him and His Band For Many Years. God Bless Class of 2006 and 2011.
May 2, 2014
Dear Rose Audrey and Collette I am with you in spirit and prayer during this very
sacred time of mourning the loss of your beloved Dr. Greggs. I loved him.
Sister Benedict
Chris Lemons
May 2, 2014
You'll be missed "Doc" but never forgotten. There will never be anyone like you. "Often imitated but never duplicated!" Your legacy will live on.
Jeanette Brown
May 2, 2014
R.I.P Isaac Gregg.. You will be missed.
Sharon McCalop
May 2, 2014
Earth has lost a great man, but Heaven has gained a greater man. Rest in Paradise Dr...you are missed...
Sharon Johnson McCalop, Class of 85 SU SU ?
Harolyn Williams
May 2, 2014
Rest in Peace Dr. Gregg's. You will forever be remembered.
Rhonda Armstrong
May 2, 2014
RIP doc you were Southern University. I can remember coming to the games as a little girl with my mother and when I
Graduated and became a part of the Jaguar family and the tradition continue because my daughter is there. So on behalf of my family God speed and take your well deserved rest
Diane Johnson-Carter
May 2, 2014
With heartfelt sympathy, we wish you the eternal gift of a wonderful and warm memories whenever you need. Please remember that the one you love lives on in your hearts and is with you wherever you may go.
Diane Johnson-Carter and Family
Dorothy V. Green
May 2, 2014
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Southern University Laboratory School Class '66
May 2, 2014
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
May 2, 2014
RIP Doc Greggs. The Jaguar Nation will truly miss but never forget you!
God's peace be with your family.
Valerie Stewart
BSEE '87
faye williams
May 2, 2014
Thank you for all you have done Faye, Nicholas, Nelson Williams. Will keep the family in our prayers.
May 2, 2014
Doctor Greggs life, career and persona served as a symbol of pride and glory for the Southern University family throughout the world.
During my SU days our motto was "we may lose a football game but never a battle of the bands." Doc & his band performances made homecomings so very special. I have indelible memories of him getting out of a limo at halftime, dressed in a white tux & tails, directing the band to Beethoven's 5th or the fist time the band formed the game score. WOW!!
There was so much to admire; his dogged determination, his hard work, ingenuity, his wit & humor, his ease and grace.
Thanks Doc so much for giving more than what was required and caring more than was expected,
RIP Your legacy will live forever!!
Percy McCraney, SU Undergraduate & Law
Donna Dixon-Riley
May 2, 2014
To the Greggs Family you have loss your loved one, but GOD loved him best.DOC will be sadly missed.
Cassandra D. Lynch
May 2, 2014
My prayers are with the family
GOD Bless
Marlon corey
May 2, 2014
Rest in peace Doc, you were a legend and inspiration to my life
Geraldine Isaac
May 2, 2014
A true soldier who has completed his assignment here on earth. Rest in Peace, Doc. He inspired so many! Praying for the family as you lay this 'Gentle Giant' to rest.
May 2, 2014
My prayers and thoughts are with the Greggs family. Felicia Y. Baaskin
May 2, 2014
Our hearts are saddened by the passing of an iconic leader and ambassador of Southern University. We can all agree that no one did it better than you Doc.
-Attorney Rod James (SU board member 2002-2003) & Family
New Orleans, LA
Georgiana Wilson
May 2, 2014
My Sympathy goes out to Derrick and the Rest of the Family.Southern University Fall'78
May 2, 2014
My prayers are with Dr Gregg's Family. Dr Gregg will truly be missed.
Kimberly Odkins (Baton Rouge, LA
SU 1979-1983
laura ussin
May 2, 2014
with deepest sympathy
laura ussin
May 2, 2014
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Laura Livous, SU Alum
May 2, 2014
A peaceful rest for a man of search Greatness, God's many blessings to the Greggs Family.
May 2, 2014
He was an original and his words still ring “Often Imitated Never Duplicated” he has blessed so many. May God strengthen you in this hour my thoughts and prayers are with you. Look to hills God Can.
Michael Converson, MSG Retired
Jeanette Moore Coleman
May 2, 2014
I was sad to hear about the passing of Dr. Greggs. He will be sadly missed. He will always remain a legend at Southern. He made the Human Jukebox what they are today. Hats off to Dr. Isaac Ben Greggs. May God bless your family as they go through this their time of breavement. God will provide.
Shirley Merrick
May 2, 2014
My prayer is that God sustains you through this difficult time. Doc Greggs made a big difference in my life. He introduced me to music. He and Mr. Lampkins brought instruments to our 6th grade class at Greenmoor Elementary in Shreveport, LA. He told me that the clarinet was my instrument. My first music lessons were at his school in Shreveport.
The Legendary Journey of Dr. Isaac Ben Greggs
Mark Hawkins
May 2, 2014
Rest In Peace oh Mighty One. There is a new Conductor of Music within God's Heavenly hosts. I pray that God's spirit will comfort and strengthen the Greggs family for their lost and for God's ultimate gain. As we celebrate Doc's life and legacy, let us all remember the many lessons and advice that Doc gave us during band practice and late night drills. Every musician that studied under this pioneer of precision and excellence carries an eternal motivation that helps polish our gifts and talents that eventually leads toward our success. God bless all who have came under the direction of this great Icon who still remains a living legend in our hearts, mind and soul.
MIN. DRAKE YOUNG
May 2, 2014
THE PROFOUND IMPACT THAT DR. GREGGS HAD ON MY LIFE WILL ALWAYS BE TREASURED, I WILL MISS ONE OF MY GREATEST MENTORS. YOUR LIFE HERE ON EARTH HAS PREPARED A PLACE FOR YOU IN HEAVEN. FAMILY PLACE YOUR CARES IN GODS HANDS.
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