George was born July 14, 1928, in Galesburg, IL, to Bernard Lewey and Florence Alicia (Wadsworth) Gregg. He married Mildred L. Johnson on September 28, 1968, in Bartonville, IL. She survives.
George is also survived by three sons, John Robert Gregg, Shawn Edward Gregg, and George Scott (Angie Lawinger) Gregg.
George is preceded in death by his parents; one sister, Nancy Jean Richardson; niece, Victoria Best; nephew, James Richardson; and brother-in-law, James D. Richardson.
George served his country in the U.S. Navy as a Gunners Mate on the U.S.S. Midway Ship from 1947 to 1954.
He worked for Hill-Kastien as an Automotive Machinist and was written up in Motor Trend magazine. He was a heavy equipment operator for Local #649 for 44 years.
George was a 71 year life member of the V.F.W. # 4724 in Elmwood, IL, and life member of the Masons in Farmington. He was a past volunteer for the Elba-Salem Fire Department.
George loved his cocker spaniels; Taffy, Sparkle, Claudette, and Ashley; his red Ford pickup trucks and his green tractor; above all, he loved his family.
Cremation rites have been accorded. A visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Friday, June 14, 2024, at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Elmwood. A burial will be held at a later date.
Memorials may be made to the Elba-Salem Fire Department.
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Oaks-Hines Funeral Home and Crematory in Elmwood is in charge of arrangements.
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