Obituary: David J. Gregory Sr.

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David J. Gregory Sr.

David J. Gregory Sr., age 89, a lifelong Joliet resident, passed away Wednesday, January 13, 2021. He was born October 28, 1931 to Matthew and Bertha (Culik) Gregory.

He is survived by his sons, David Jr., Daniel, Paul, Carl, Jeffrey (Katherine), Christopher (Susan) and Jamie Gregory; 19 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.

David is preceded in death by his wife, Marilyn (Borio, 2017); son, Anthony (2014), daughter-in-law, Deborah (Claassen, 2009); parents Matthew and Bertha (Culik) Gregory; sister, Mae Carl Nussbaum; and brother, Gerald Gregory.

Due to COVID, a private service will be held at a later date. As it was David’s wish, cremation rites have been accorded. Fred C. Dames Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. For more information, please call (815) 741-5500 or visit his Memorial Tribute at www.fredcdames.com

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