Doris Jeanette Gregory's Obituary
Doris Jeanette (First) Gregory, age 88, of Mecosta passed away Tuesday, April 10, 2012 while wintering in Tucson, AZ. She was born on October 19, 1923 in Hall's Corner, Michigan, to George and Beatrice (Beemer) First. Doris was married to her childhood friend and sweetheart, Jerome H. Gregory for 69 years. Together they lived a life of service to the United States Air Force. The Gregory family was able to stay close due to Doris's ability to share stories with the kids while living in many parts of the country throughout their 30-year military career. They retired to the family farm in the 70's, where they raised Simmental cattle for over 30 years. Doris held her family especially close to her heart and lived her life in service to her husband and children. She is survived by her husband, Col. Jerome H. Gregory (Ret)of Mecosta, daughter Patricia Ann (Manuel) Escobar of Tucson, AZ, two sons, Alan J. (Connie) Gregory of Rodney and Steven D. Gregory of Dublin, CA, eight grandchildren, three step grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren. Also surviving are her sister, Judy Youngs of Belding. A Memorial gathering for Doris will be from 3-5 PM on Friday April 20, 2012 at the Mohnke Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association.
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