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Pendleton - Gregory Alan Main, 51, of Pendleton, IN, passed away early Thursday morning, October 22, 2015 at his resident.
He was born January 6, 1964 in Muncie, IN the son of James S. and Susan J. (Swingley) Main. He was a and 1982 graduate of Monroe Central High School and received his Bachelor of Science in Natural Resources and Biology from Ball State University.
Greg worked for the DNR as the NFIP Star Coordinator. He was a member of Farmland Lodge #308 where he served as Past Master; Past Member Elected Chairman of ASFPM, Association of Flood Plane Manager; Past Chairman of INAFSM, Indiana Association for Floodplain and Stormwater Management, Inc. He enjoyed spending his leisure time hunting, fishing, cooking/grilling, but most importantly spending time his family.
He leaves to cherish his memory a loving wife, Melanie Ann (Moore) Main; his parents, Jim and Susan Main of Farmland, IN; two sons, James (Ashtin) Main of Pendleton, IN and Zachary Dalton Main of Pendleton, IN; two stepdaughters, Kaleigh Leatherwood (husband, Joey) of Ft. Myers, FL and Kara Jackson (husband, Tyler) of Muncie, IN; a brother, Travis Main of Farmland, IN; two grandchildren, Emmersyn and Eshton Jackson; and a niece, Whitney Main.
A service to celebrate Greg's life will be 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, October 27, 2015 at Thornburg Memorial Chapel of Parker City, IN. Burial will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery of Maxville, IN.
Family and friends may gather to share and remember from 4-8 p.m. Monday, October 26, 2015 at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be made to Ball Memorial Hospice. Envelopes will be provided at the funeral home. Online condolences may be expressed at www.wilsonshookfuneralhomes.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Gregory Main
Gary Heinrichs
October 30, 2015
Greg was one of the finest people I have known. He was my friend, colleague and confidant for over 20 years, a true and righteous man who touched many lives and leaves us all both saddened at his passing, but gladdened in the knowledge that he brought a lot of good to this world. I will miss him terribly and will think of him often. My love goes out to his parents, brother, his son, the love of his life, Mel, and all of us who will grieve at his loss for years to come. God bless you Greg.
Brian Brown
October 27, 2015
It was a pleasure to have known Greg. He will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his whole family and friends.
Lisa Upchurch
October 27, 2015
Jimmy and Susie I am very sorry for your loss. I am also so sorry that I wasn't able to get out the funeral home to see you both, please know you are in my thoughts and prayers for comfort in this difficult time.
Mark Traub
October 26, 2015
I am quite sorry to hear about Greg's passing. I always remember him and Brad Walburn running past my house during the summer months getting ready for Cross Country Season. My heart goes out to all of the family members during this time of grief.
Daryl Helfert
October 26, 2015
Like so many others, I was deeply saddened to hear of Greg's passing. I knew him through INAFSM and my dealings with IDNR and considered him a good friend. He was a great person who was always ready to help someone out. He will be sorely missed by everyone who was fortunate to know him. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
October 26, 2015
Jim and Susie , I am so sorry for your loss and from somebody who has had my share of loss as well, never one of my children. I just want you to no you and your family are in our prayers may God be with you through these terrible days of letting him go, he is in a better place. RIP Greg your family loved you very much.
"We are all here for a spell; get all the good laughs you can." W. Rogers We'll remember your smiling kindness Greg, Godspeed.
Christopher Thoms
October 26, 2015
As with so many people who had the honor and pleasure to know Greg, I am at a loss to adequately express the sadness at his passing, knowing that it but a fraction of what his family is feeling.
I hope that you may take solace in knowing the universally high regard in which he is held by his colleagues throughout the nation. Like Will Rogers, whom he was fond of quoting, Greg was known for befriending nearly everyone. He His wry, rustic humor was ever a delight and made every gathering a pleasure.
It was a bittersweet joy to spend time together last April. Several such gatherings gave many an opportunity to thank Greg for being Greg, a privilege for us all.
Though passionate, he was consistently courteous. His heart and dedication to helping others has been and remains a high bar to strive for. I hold him as a true friend.
Tim & Linda McKelvey
October 26, 2015
We can't even imagine the grief and sorrow your family is feeling. Please except our sincere heartfelt condolences.
Brad Walburn
October 25, 2015
I have so many good memories of Greg. Our parents ran around together so my brother and Greg & Travis were blessed to also spend a lot of time together. We played together in sports and later in life our young families used to hang-out together. Greg touched many lives and will be missed by all. My prayers go out to Greg's family.
Mike & Sheila Ball
October 25, 2015
Jim, Susie and Travis,
We are so sorry to hear of Greg passing. May our thoughts and prayers comfort your family during this difficult time.
Bill Nechamen
October 25, 2015
Greg was a quiet but effective leader in his profession and a genuinely kind and sincere person. I'm proud to have called him my friend and to have been a colleague. He will be missed by everyone who knew him.
James Dykes
October 24, 2015
Greg is a Special Person ... During High School he was my Wrestling Buddy ... He was my mentor on the Track and Cross Country Teams ... He taught me how to run ... Thank You
Greg's colleague's in Region V
Cindy Crecelius
October 24, 2015
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Main, Mel, James, Zach and your extended family,
My sincere sympathy to your family in the loss of Greg. I have had the privilege of working with him for the last 24 years. He was not only a respected colleague across the nation, but a great friend and mentor to many. I know he will be missed by all of us.
I hope that knowing you are all in the thoughts and prayers of many will give you strength and comfort in this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Cindy Crecelius
Janey Schleppy
October 24, 2015
I'm so sorry to hear of Greg's passing.
Saying prayers for peace for you all.
Charles Cantrell
October 24, 2015
Jim, Susie and Travis,
We are so sorry for your loss, I will remember Greg, going deer hunting and the patience he had with me. Our prayers are with you and yours, love Charles and Shirley
Cindy Bosworth
October 24, 2015
Jimmy, Susie & Travis,
We are so sorry for the loss of your son, brother & friend. Know that our family is lifting you all up in prayer.
Laurie Kuypers
October 24, 2015
Greg was loved, admired and respected by so many of us who started out as colleagues and ended up friends. My prayers are with you all.
Cinda Hoyt
October 24, 2015
Jim, Susie and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jenny Lee
October 24, 2015
So very sorry, Jim and Susie. You are all in my prayers. Greg was such a nice young man.
Nancy Thompson
October 24, 2015
I am so saddened to hear of Greg's passing ! He was such a kind soul and never judged anyone. I feel a lot of people can take GREG as an example on how to treat people. We went to school together and graduated from MC the same, 1982. He and his family did a lot well hunting n fishing with my dad so our 2 families had constant contact since graduation in one way or another. my prayers are that he is enjoying his new body with out the sickness and he is with my dad and paul bunner planning their next deer hunt or fishing trip in heaven. As for everyone here on earth I pray for healing in times in grief and may comfort find its way soon. Greg's life is to be celebrated and I feel so blessed to have known him like I did. I dont believe in " goodbyes " so I will say " Greg, see ya later "
Julie Mackey
October 24, 2015
Greg was one of my favorite cousins. I have so many fun memories of him. He was an all around great person. He will be missed. Much love to Aunt Susie & Uncle Jim and all who will miss him.
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