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Charles Terry Gregory

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Charles Gregory Obituary

GREGORY, CHARLES TERRY, 67 of Louisville, passed peacefully Tuesday, January 3, 2012 at his home. He was a beloved father, teacher and coach. He graduated and played football for the University of Louisville and received a Masters Degree from Western Kentucky University. He was retired from Eastern High School and Iron Workers #70.

He is survived by his wife, Rose Nell Gregory; daughters, Kelly Marie Gregory and Erin Mary Gregory Tyler (Davis Tyler); and siblings, Mary Lou Gregory and Albert Gregory.

Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Saturday at Ratterman Brothers Funeral Home, 3711 Lexington Road with burial in Resthaven Cemetery. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. on Friday.

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Published by Courier-Journal from Jan. 4 to Jan. 6, 2012.

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41 Entries

Former Study Hall Student

September 13, 2022

Mr. Gregory was my teacher during study hall. He had the most amazing and caring personality. I was such a shy high school student with little self confidence and he was always very encouraging. His legacy will live on in the hearts that he touched.

Greg Hammond

January 24, 2014

Coach Gregory was one of a kind to say the least! He always had a smile, a kind word, or a little bit of sarcasm to get you going. Many years after I graduated Eastern in '92, I was on a jobsite installing some plumbing when I heard this booming voice say " everybody makes mistakes, some more than others". I swear I got chills because without even turning around I knew who it was. I went up to him and somehow he remembered my name. Loved that man and wish there were more like him..

Julie M

October 5, 2012

So sad to see this. I ran across this sad news on facebook. Coach Gregory was always so nice to me! He was one of my favorite teachers. He always let me sit in his PE class when I didn't want to go to Algebra. :) He was a good soul. Heaven is blessed with another angel!

Estelle Tagliarino-Shuck

September 13, 2012

I dated Terry at UofL in 1962 and when I saw this obit I was in shock. He was such a kind sweet person and I have such fond memories of him.

Brian Quigley

February 29, 2012

Man so terrible, I definatly remember Mr Gregory, he was such a nice guy and had a great personality which he always made students laugh and have a good time, You will be missed and thanku for being a part of my life while I went to Eastern God Bless

Donna Van Leer Lutes

January 24, 2012

Terry's family has my deepest sympathy....I went to school with him in Charleroi....He was such a friendly guy.....Sure was upset when my husband told me about the obituary when I got home today.....God Bless....My prayers are with you.....

Robert Duncan

January 11, 2012

Sorry to hear of Coach Gregory's passing. Played JV & Varsity Baseball for him at Manual 74'-76'. He was always firm but fair.
He could get on me for making a stupid mistake( of which I made many) and be joking with me five minutes later. You will be missed...

January 8, 2012

Our deepest sympathies in the loss of your husband and father. Terry and I were childhood friends in Charleroi. Our thoughts and prayers remain with you. Ken and Linda Wiltz Charleroi, PA

Bill Myers

January 8, 2012

Terry was just starting his coaching career in 1969. He helped me get started with weight lifting down at the old "Y". Very fond memories!
Bill Myers
Manual 72

Sonny Long

January 7, 2012

Sorry for the loss of such a wonderful man and constant professional. He was my baseball coach at Eastern in the Mid 90's. Always full of positive words and encouragement.

Bill & Kathy Ercoline

January 7, 2012

When we were young and growing up, we often played ball on a small dead end street in our little town of Charleroi. The ball was made out of rolled up socks, and I don't even remember what we used for bases. We had a couple bats, and that was about all that was needed. The team selection process was pretty simple—two “captains” would alternate turns selecting from those who were there to play. If Terry wasn't the one doing the picking, he would always be the first selected. It was just a fact of life…he was simply the best. It's ironic that God would select him first. With that pick, Heaven just became a better place. I'm confident now that we'll get to play ball again. He's there looking for a dead end street. It'll be perfect…this I believe. My wife and I send our deepest sympathy to Terry's family and friends who are in so much pain right now. May the peace of the Lord which passes all understanding be with you in this time of grief.

One of your former students

January 7, 2012

RIP, Mr. Gregory, I have fond memories of you as one of my former teachers at Manual High School in 1974.

Kevin Martin

January 6, 2012

Coach Gregory was a great man, teacher, and coach. He will truly be missed. We extend our sympathy and prayers to the family. May God Bless You and Keep You.

dupont Manual Class of "76" and reunion committee.

January 6, 2012

Coach Gregory as a great man, teacher, and coach. He will truly be missed. Our prayers and sympathy go out to the family. May God Bless You and Keep You.

duPont Manual Class of "76"

January 6, 2012

Goodbye my best friend and best man, Pat and I will truly miss you. I'll miss our birthday phone calls the most and so glad we spoke July 18th. Nell, Kelly, Erin, Terry totally loved you and you made him so very proud. God Bless Terry Hancock

Larry Salings

January 6, 2012

I had the pleasure of working with terry on some iron working projects,always a great guy an good ironworker. sorry for your loss of such a well liked brother ironworker.RIP Terry

Laura (Key) Wright

January 6, 2012

Coach Gregory was the best! He will truely be missed. He was one of my favorite teachers at EHS. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.

James Hogan

January 6, 2012

coach gregory you will be miss all the teams at manual.and i miss you to.iwas the baseball manger from 73 to 76 at manual.he all way say get the bats and baseballs. always number 11.

Jon DeBlasi

January 5, 2012

So sad to hear of Mr. Gregory's passing. Had him for Health class at EHS in the 80's. His class was always fun. Great personality. He always called me by my last name only.

Missy Mattingly

January 5, 2012

Kelly and Erin,you are in my thoughts and prayers. I am so sorry for your Dad's loss. He loved you so. Take care.

Rob Lloyd

January 5, 2012

Nell, Kelly, Erin - So sorry to hear this news. Terry was one of the nicest people I have ever met. We had some really good times together. He will live on in the hearts of all that knew him.

Jay Wilson

January 5, 2012

Coach Gregory had so many funny sayings out on the baseball field. One of my favotires was,'Everyone makes mistakes....some more than others.' What a great guy! Will definitely miss him. EHS class of '89.

Jennifer Rupe

January 5, 2012

Coach Gregory you will be missed. When I went to Eastern he was my P.E and Health teacher. He was always looking out for me and made sure I stayed on track while in school.

Barlow Chappell

January 5, 2012

Some coaches you forget, but not coach Gregory. LOVED playing,laughing,and clowning around with a wonderful person at Manual(75). Always knew you anytime you met. Terry will truely be missed but not forgotten.

Christina Mudd

January 5, 2012

Nell,
Tom and I are so very sorry about the loss of Terry. What a wonderful man and freind he was! Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Kelly Akers

January 5, 2012

Coach Gregory was one of my Favorite Teachers at Eastern High School 1988',He was very nice and Understanding.My favorite memory was him letting me,Paula and Scott play tennis while everyone else had to run Laps !Years Later i was Blessed to have seen him again at my job,What a great man,he will be missed by many !My Prayers go out to his family...God Bless you! Kelly Akers

Mindy Tindle (Wathen)

January 5, 2012

I am very sorry for your loss. Great teacher, friend, and customer later in my life. I am so glds I had the opportunity to see him again last year, R.I.P. Mr. Gregory, you will be missed!

David Winfrey

January 5, 2012

So long Coach. You were a great baseball coach, mentor, and overall good guy. I still have very fond memories of you and Coach Pfeffer telling me to stick a fork in it. Bow yer neck coach, you will be missed.

Jan Martin

January 5, 2012

I worked at Eastern with Terry.....such a fun, nice person to be around. All the students loved him.
RIP Coach Gregory

Jennifer Kennedy

January 5, 2012

I am sorry for your loss. Coach Gregory was my teacher at EHS and one of my favorites. He was so kind and his smile could brighten a room. I always enjoyed going to his class. My thoughts and prayers are with your family!

Jennifer Townsend Vera

January 4, 2012

R.I.P. Coach Gregory. You inspired so many lives. Sacrifice Your Body for the Game, Jennifer. Never Forgotten. You where the best PE teacher and Coach at Eastern High School.

Shawn Dunn

January 4, 2012

Will most definitely be missed. Coach Gregory was by far my favorite teacher/faculty at EHS. He gave me great advice. He was a real person, not just a teacher/coach but a friend, and mentor. I'm very sadden to hear of him leaving us. Prayers go out to his family and friends. Class of 97' EHS

Leslie McCutcheon

January 4, 2012

I am very sorry sorry for your loss. I remember Coach Gregory well. He always made me smile. He was one of my favorite teachers at Eastern High in 1989-1991.

Nepheteria Jones

January 4, 2012

You have my deepest sympathy in your loss. He was one of my fav teachers at Eastern High School. He made it so much fun with his jokes and his outgoing personality. He was "real" what you saw is what you got. Nepheteria Jones (Louisville, KY)

Robert M. Sherek Jr.

January 4, 2012

Coach ran weight lifting class while i was at eastern...i wrestled and cutting weight was pretty important and he would let me take care of that as opposed to actuallylifting. needless to say i was very greatful. I will remember him as a very cool cat!! Sorry for your loss, you were lucky to have him.

ron Buchanan

January 4, 2012

So sorry for your loss. I remember Coach Gregory fondly. Later after Manual I worked with him on many construction jobs. He always would smile and we would talk about sports and our days at Manual.

DON MCCLURE

January 4, 2012

coach thanks for all u done for me at manual. u made school and sports fun!!!! DAMN MAC PICK IT UP!!!!ILL NEVER FORGET U COACH.
DONNIE"MAC MCCLURE
MANUAL 1980

Alan Eisenback

January 4, 2012

I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Coach Gregory. He was my baseball coach and mentor at Manual HS from 1976-79. I can still hear him telling me "Eisenbeck, take a seat".

Jerry Wayne Cole

January 4, 2012

I'm very sorry for your loss. Coach Gregory was my favorite Coach / Teacher at Manual.... He was very cool! He taught me alot....

Nancy & Rick Riggins

January 4, 2012

Dear Nellie, Kelly & Erin,
We would like to express our deepest sympathy for the loss of your loving husband and father. God bless you and give you strength.
With Our Love,
Nancy & Rick Riggins (Jim Lucas's Sister)

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