Gregory Howard Sears

1947 - 2024

Passed away at age 76 on August 23, 2024 from complications of cancer. Greg was born in Washington, DC on September 27, 1947 to Howard and Nina Sears. He grew up in Wheaton, MD and remained a resident of Montgomery County the rest of his life. He received a B.A. with high honors from the University of MD and a J.D. with honors from the George Washington University National Law Center in Washington, DC. After graduation he joined the Office of the General Counsel of the Department of the Navy where he served in a variety of positions, including Deputy Assistant General Counsel of both NAVFAC and the Space and Naval Warfare Systems Command; Deputy Assistant General Counsel (Research, Development and Acquisitions), and Associate Counsel, Naval Sea Systems Command. During his career, Greg was awarded the Navy Meritorious Civilian Service Award and the Navy Superior Service Award in recognition and appreciation of his outstanding service to the Navy. Greg retired in 2015 after 42 years of dedicated public service.

Greg was known for his unfailing kindness and generosity to all who met him. He treated others with consideration, patience, and compassion, making many friends during his lifetime. Greg was extensively well read in American history, politics, and biography. He took great pleasure in music of a variety of genres and styles, including Classical, Blues, Rock, Soul, and Country (with a little Disco thrown in). Greg enjoyed spending time at his vacation home on the Chesapeake Bay where he loved to be outdoors, sailing, kayaking, and biking.

Greg is survived by his wife of 51 years, Barbara Sears; his siblings, Treva Miller (Clay) and Nancy Crouse (Richard); his sister-in-law, Judy Holst (Peter); and his brothers-in law John Simses (Connie) and Robert Simses (Mary); as well as several nieces and nephews and their families.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on October 4 at St. Luke's Episcopal Church, 6030 Grosvenor Lane, Bethesda, Maryland. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Greg's memory to the Suburban Hospital Foundation. Full obituary and online guestbook at