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Richard Gregg Obituary

Gregg, Richard J. (formerly Grzeszkiewicz), age 55, of Elmhurst, President of O&G Spring & Wire Form Specialty Co., Member SMI, Member of First Congregational UCC of Elmhurst for over 25 years and Former Chairman & Member of the Mission Board, Elmhurst PADS Coordinator; Alum of I.I.T. & St. Rita H.S.; beloved husband of Mary, nee Moy; loving father of Jonathan and Samantha; dear brother of Barbara (Jack) Gross and Susan (Jim) Anderson; cherished son of Alina, nee Miszkiewicz and the late Ted Grzeszkiewicz; fond uncle and Godfather of many nieces and nephews. Visitation Friday, 3:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and Funeral Service Saturday, 10:00 a.m. at First Congregational United Church of Christ, 235 South Kenilworth Avenue, Elmhurst. Interment Mount Emblem Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to First Congregational UCC of Elmhurst. Arrangements handled by Gibbons Funeral Home, Elmhurst. 630-832-0018 or www.gibbonsfuneralhome.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Aug. 26 to Aug. 27, 2010.

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Donna Taylor

January 16, 2011

Mary- This is Donna, I met you at the Loft in Michigan city today. Your story touched my heart so much I looked up Richards obituary. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. I really wanted to talk to you more. I am hoping all good things for you. You have a wonderful spirit, may Gods love continue to shine on you. If you want to email me my address is [email protected]

John Stevo

August 30, 2010

Mary and all of the Gregg and Grzeszkiewicz Family. I am deeply sorry for the loss of Richard to the family, but also to all the employees of O & G.

He will be missed more then we can imagine. Our prayers go out to Richard and his family.

John C. Stevo

JOHN WIECZOREK

August 30, 2010

MY THOUGHTS ARE WITH THE FAMILY, I KNOW IT IS A GREAT LOSS. I KNOW FROM PERSONAL EXPERIENCE THE PAIN NEVER GOES AWAY, BUT IT IS SLOWLY REPLACED BY LOVING MEMORIES.

JOHN WECZOREK (FORMER EMPLOYEE)

Steve Mulligan

August 30, 2010

Mary I am so sorry to hear of Rich's passing. Though I haven't seen you both since IIT days, I always appreciated your kindness and friendship. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

LB

August 27, 2010

So sorry for your loss, may the words of Isaiah25:8 bring all in the family peace and may your memories bring you comfort.

Brad Russell

August 27, 2010

I am personally saddened at losing a friend, customer and arranger of blind dates. My entire family wishes to give their condolences and the world has lost a passionate and giving person.

August 27, 2010

We are so saddened to hear of Rich's passing. We have fond memories of hium laughing, Prayers and sympathy, Steve and Leslie Menconi

August 26, 2010

I have known Richard since he was a little boy. Like his wonderful father, he will be missed. I will keep your family in my thoughts and prayers.

Jim Wood - Denver, CO

August 26, 2010

Richard will always be remembered as a kind and gentle person who was always willing to help someone in need. He will be missed.

Our love and condolences, Frank and Irene Drew

Jeanne Warp

August 26, 2010

I am shocked and saddened to hear of Rich's passing. My deepest sympathy for the loss of you husband, dad, son and brother. I'll keep you in my thoughts and prayers

Rob Ferguson

August 26, 2010

So sorry for your loss.

The Gibbons Family

August 26, 2010

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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