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I miss you!

July 8, 2016

Gregg!!
when I first met Greg at the Turnbull facility, I said oh my God, he looks mean! and was nervous. he came up to me introduced him self and as soon as he gave me THAT smile, I knew there was nothing mean about him, but instead one of the nicest person I'd ever met. I was transferred over to Walnut facility and there, I became "his favorite Comparan sister" rubbing it on Eva's face all the time! LOL (Eva is my sister and works at the Walnut facility as well) he always darned me for spelling his name with double g and would say, "Gloria! my name is NOT GREGGGGGGG" hahaha hay, yay, yay Greg. you are trully missed and I know you still watch over us. I am happy you are resting in peace because you well deserve it!!. 

To Judy and his kids, there are no words that can help easy the pain but know that we are all with you. 

   This song is for you.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J2_U9Yx6ydY


Thank you for everything Greg.

Love,

Gloria Comparan     
 

  

Valentine's Day Dinner in the Desert

July 5, 2016

Valentine's Day Dinner in the Desert.  A wonderful evening.... 

A life well lived

July 4, 2016

We met Greg when he moved here to Ohio to be the AGM at the Warren DC. His reputation preceded him as he was a much sought after, highly motivated, driving force who got results. Greg led by example; with integrity, teamwork and mutual respect. He was a mentor who instilled confidence in his team. He knew how to develop the potential in others by offering challenges & giving the encouragement necessary for individuals to do their best. Many lives are better for having known Greg. He was also a trusted friend who could be counted on to speak the truth in love. A friend in good times or bad. Above all, he LOVED his family and would have given his life for them. We will always remember the days when Greg would bring the kids over to see the horses. (The horse "Livery" sign you all got for us still hangs over the entrance to the barn.) Afterward, we would come in for hot chocolate, build a fire in the fireplace, and sit in a circle on the living room floor playing Uno for hours (& with the "evil HR manager" too!) lol! Good times! Oh how he loved his children! What a blessing!!! And we were so pleased to know of the happiness he had found in sharing life with Judy. :-)                                                                                                         

May you all be comforted by the many wonderful memories.                                       May a smile follow each tear….                                                                                                                         May God Bless and keep you always,                                                                       Love,

Ty and Lisa Kata 

Uncomfortable

July 1, 2016

There were many nights I left after visiting with Greg that I felt a very distinct, unique, and uneasy feeling. I guess if I had to describe it, with my limited vocabulary, I would call it UNCOMFORTABLE.

Now, don't get me wrong. Not uncomfortable because of how you would normally think people could make you feel uncomfortable.

Instead, I was uncomfortable because of how Greg's ability to ask me how I was, his ability to show interest in me and my family, his long and strong hugs, his half smile that said more than wordscould- they made me feel uncomfortable because I realized I was getting more than I was giving. 

I often left encounters with Greg realizing he was more present, more attentive and more loving than I was. I left hoping next time I could do better; that I could be more like Greg.

I'm certain Greg never intended, or probably knew, that being around him made me feel this way. If he did know he probably would have made a funny joke to change the mood. 

But as funny as Greg was, he was even more caring. I think he refused to smile in so many pictures because he needed a cover- a way to mask his huge heart that was so open and vulnerable to so many.

Being uncomfortable around Greg was more than just uncomfortable. It made me want to be better; to ask more real questions; to sit longer and listen to people. To selflessly help those around me without any thought or hope of retribution. It was the best uncomfortable I have ever felt! There was a comfort and hope in the uncomfortable. 

I still can't believe that he is actually gone.

C.S. Lewis wrote, “the death of a beloved is an amputation,” in his book A Grief Observed.  

Indeed, in Greg's passing we are all missing more than a limb...

But as uncomfortable as I am remembering him, walking through his home where he can’t be found, I am left with an oddly comfortable feeling of the love he showed me and my family. The amazing example he left of being present. The love he gave, the love I will never forget.

And though it may have made me feel uncomfortable at times, it made me better.

Greg- a wonderful father, husband and friend. We will always miss you!

~ Aaron

Cherish the time

June 30, 2016

At such a time as this it is hard not to let the pain and loss of Greg to overwhelm us all. To call Greg a friend does not really due him justice, he was and is way more than that he is a true family member. Greg and Judy were always invited, and vice versa, to any event and were kind to attend most special occasions. Greg would light up any room he entered with his wit and laughter. Greg was more than just the life of the party he truly cared about people and had the wonderful trait of being able to listen and connect with people on all levels. I have known few people that could express love as well as Greg. Greg was always quick with a ' Love You ' and hug. If he felt it Greg expressed it. Greg loved his Judy, Marissa, Jennifer and Chris with all his huge heart and spoke of his love for them constantly.Greg's happy spot was normally helping someone in need. In our time of need with our breaking hearts, Greg has left us all wonderful memories that we can all keep forever. Greg we will all cherish the time you gave us. Love you Brother and hugging you in my heart.

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