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Gregory, John Henry

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(May 18, 1924 – February 7, 2015) - Peacefully, at Algoma Manor, Thessalon on Saturday February 7, 2015.  Jack Gregory in his 91st year.  Loving father of Bill ( late Pat ) of Stirling, Ontario, Randy ( Rose ) of Sault Ste. Marie and Debbie Gillespie of Thessalon.  Special Popa to Krysta ( Danan ) of Sault Ste. Marie and special Grandpa to Kelly of Kingston.  Dear son of the late William and Mary Gregory.  Dear brother of Gord ( late Edith ) of Thessalon, Francis and Margaret ( Linda ) both of Toronto and the late Bill ( late Dorothy ), Bob ( late Deannie ), Dick ( Carol ), Kenny ( Georgina ) and Gerald.  Best Father-in-law to Billy Gillespie and fondly remembered by Anne Gregory.  Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.  Jack will be fondly remembered for his love of his dogs.  Jack served as a mechanic with the Air Force in Nova Scotia during the Second World War.  He was a well-respected businessman in the community having run Gregory Brothers Garage in Thessalon with his brother Gord for many years.  He was an avid sports fan, especially golf, hockey and his beloved Gregory Bunch.  Friends may call at the Beggs Funeral Home, Thessalon on Friday February 13, 2015 from 1pm until time of service in the chapel at 3 o’clock.  Cremation followed by spring interment in Forest Lawn Cemetery. Donations to the Canadian Hearing Society or the Algoma Manor Charitable Foundation gratefully accepted.  www.beggsfh.com

Members of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 182 are requested to assemble at the funeral home on Friday at 2:45 for a memorial service for their Late Comrade Jack Gregory.