Garland D. Gregory Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA Garland D. Gregory, age 92, passed away Thursday, April 28, 2011, at his home in Ruston, Louisiana. Funeral services are scheduled for Sunday May 1, 2011, at Trinity Methodist Church, Ruston, Louisiana. Visitation will be held at 2:00, preceding the funeral service at 3:30. Burial will followContinue Reading
Vicki Borland, RN
left a message on May 16, 2011:
I had the privilege of taking care of Mr. Gregory during many of his visits in the outpt dept at NLMC. He always came through the door with a smile on his face and was such a pleasure to visit with he could make you forget about working! Thank you for sharing him.
Gina Grant
left a message on May 11, 2011:
Its been years since I have seen Coach Gregory, but it is so easy to remember his kind attitude and loving smile. I was blessed to know him. He inspired so many.
Ken Newsom
left a message on May 7, 2011:
Coach Gregory had a wonderful life with tremendous achievements both on and off the field. He contributed to so many lives! His influence as a coach and tutor in my life will always be appreciated. Thank God for Coach Gregory!
Tom Boesman
left a message on May 4, 2011:
I remember Coach Gregory from the late 70's at La Tech. I can still remember the stories he used to tell and how he was always a gentleman. I also have thought of him through the years and the influence he made on my life. He will be greatly missed but never forgotten.
Patrick Sullivan
left a message on May 3, 2011:
I have always credited two men with giving me the guidance needed to be a man, my Dad and Coach Gregory. I thought the world of both. I had the honor of spending some time with the 'Coach' last year before the LaTech/Navy game and thoroughly enjoyed every minute of our visit recalling old times. What a great individual. Coach Gregory made the world a better place and will be truly missed. However, he will live forever in my memory. Semper Fi
Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
Peggy J. Sullivan
left a message on May 3, 2011:
I had the honor of meeting Coach for the first time last year. My older brother played football for him at El Dorado. Both Patrick and my father greatly admired Coach Gregory and despite the fact I was only 6 when we moved - I never forgot hearing about the kind of man he was. I am so happy that Pat got to talk to him one more time and tell him what he meant to him - not just as a player, but as a man.
Rusty W. Norman
left a message on May 2, 2011:
Coach Gregory was my advisor at Tech. What a dedicated, honest and fair man. And what stories all of his students have. He was and is a great influence in my life. Coach will be greatly missed. H/PE Recreation 1979
DWIGHT DENDY
left a message on May 2, 2011:
Coach Gregory was a leader and an inspiration to all who knew him. He was a gentle giant that pushed and encouraged us all to be better. Condolences to all his family, he will be fondly remembered by all who knew him.
Tim Larson
left a message on May 2, 2011:
I was a part of Coach Gregory's last two teams at El Dorado High School. I was not one of his best players. But the interaction with him is one of those great life experiences. I can still picture him turning his hat around to show me how to block or tackle. I have thought about him often through the years.
Polly Whiddon Blume
left a message on May 2, 2011:
What a legend to so many of us...My prayers and love to each of you. I will always remember him with a huge smile and always pulling the BEST out of all he touched.God Bless you.
Jackie and Pat Selman
left a message on May 1, 2011:
"Blessed is the man who perseveres under trial, because when he has stood the test, he will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love him...James l:12" May your family find peace and comfort at this most difficult time. He touched so many lives in such special ways.
Barb Wren Nicklaus
left a message on May 1, 2011:
Coach Gregory was loved and respected by our 1958 El Dorado High School class. We were blessed by his attendance to our 50th class reunion in 2008, when we shared memories of our high school days. We will always remember him.
Bob Carroll
left a message on May 1, 2011:
I remember as a sophomore standing around talking to some friends when Coach Gregory came up to me and said, "Son have you ever thought about playing football?" How honored I was to be asked by the great man himself and that was all I needed to go out and try to do something that I had never done before. I've got to admit that I was not very good, but at 190# I was a great blocking dummy for Glen Ray Hines hope this is spelled correctly. I admire Coach Gregory to this day and am not surprised at his life stories and to have lived so long. My codolences to classmate Josie. Bob Carroll, Class of 62
Lamar Drummonds
left a message on May 1, 2011:
One of the best coaches I ever had and a great man..
Jack L Burson
left a message on May 1, 2011:
What a super person he was! Jack Burson ElDorado 1955
Tommy Patterson
left a message on May 1, 2011:
Thanks Coach for all of the memories.You played a very important part in my life. Everytime I see the stadium another memory of the great times we had there. Gone, but you will never be forgotten by me. Thanks again.
Dennis Byrd
left a message on May 1, 2011:
I can tell you all the things you already know about Coach Gregory: he was kind, gentle but demanding, loving,sweet-spirited but disciplined, and just a good man. What you may not know was that he was the best builder of men I've ever known. He took young high school guys and molded them into men. He didn't ask anyone to respect him, yet everyone did. I didn't realize how how often I spoke fondly of Coach Gregory until my wife and I attended a funeral service several years ago. I was honored to sit by Coach Gregory with my wife on the other side. She said afterward she couldn't believe how "average" he looked. She went on to explain that she expected him to be seven feet tall and 300 pounds. I had built up his stature in her mind over the years. I played on Coach Gregory's last team at El Dorado. We weren't the 1958 team by any stretch, but we had a good year. I always suspected that he was waiting for that really good year to leave coaching, to go out on a high note. We all loved and respected Coach Gregory. As could all his players, I could tell you story after story, but instead I'll just say that I'll miss him and I credit him with teaching me a lot about life. He was a true treasure!
Cliff Wright
left a message on April 30, 2011:
A candle was lit by Cliff Wright on 2011/04/30
Tim Gunnels
left a message on April 30, 2011:
Coach Gregory was a large influence on my life and my father's life. He coached my dad at El Dorado High and I worked for him when I attended La Tech. I'm sure he had a tremendous positive influence on many others in his lifetime. I appreciate what he did for me and my family.
Marjorie McKinnon Jenkins
left a message on April 30, 2011:
My deepest condolances to the family of Coach Gregory. My dad Corbin McKinnon considered himself a dear friend of Garland and loved him dearly. I have fond memories of going with him for visits when Dad was involved in school work. Coach Gregory leaves a great legacy with a host of friends and students and a wonderful family. My prayers are with you.
Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
Danny & Barbara Graves
left a message on April 30, 2011:
The world has lost a great man, mentor, coach, and friend. The lessons you taught your students and players have helped mold us into the people we are today. Thank you for caring enough to be a great role model. Rest in Peace Coach Gregory.... You may be gone...but you'll NEVER be forgotten.
Robin Pinson Smith
left a message on April 30, 2011:
What wonderful memories--a child of God; a husband and father; a coach and a friend. We will all miss his presence as we celebrate his life.
Bobby & Jean Williams
left a message on April 30, 2011:
Great coach, and was a fair minded person. May GOD bless and comfort the family. Bobby
Walt and Fran Michels
left a message on April 30, 2011:
Coach Gregory was our beloved football coach when Fran was a student at El Dorado High School 1956. Later Walt was the Choral Director at EHS with Coach Gregory. He touched many lives and was a great role model. His memory will live on in our hearts.
ANN MCLANE FRASER
left a message on April 30, 2011:
ALICE, I HAVE ALWAYS REMEMBERED GARLAND FONDLY. I REMEMBER THAT MY SISTER, JAN AND I, SAW YOU AND GARLAND IN NEW ORLEANS WHEN TECH WAS PLAYING TULANE. I GUESS I HAVE NOT SEEN YOU SINCE. MY DAUGHTER CATHERINE IS NOW WORKING AT TECH AS DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR FOR THE ENGINEERING DEPT. I THINK THAT SHE MET GARLAND NOT TOO LONG AGO. I REMEMBER HIM PLAYING FOOTBALL FOR DADDY, AND I REMEMBER YOU WELL TOO. I AM SO SORRY. HE WAS A WONDERFUL PERSON.
Richard E. Griffin
left a message on April 30, 2011:
Coach Garland Gregory contributed so much to the lives of so many young men. He taught us that we could do so much more than we thought possible; that the team was more important than the individual; that preperation and hard work were essential to success and that there was a difference between hurt and pain. I have remembered those principles and they have helped me occoplish many things in my life that I would have given up on without his influence. A great man, a great coach, a great counselor, a great person and a great friend that I have loved and respected since 1954. He will be missed by many. Richard E. Griffin... El Dorado High School Class of 1957
Pam Patterson
left a message on April 30, 2011:
I'm so sorry you've lost your dad, Josie. Kelly let me know. My thoughts are with you and your family. Pam
Vicki Staples
left a message on April 30, 2011:
Josie,Allen,Greg,Mark & Jon, We are very sorry to hear of your loss! Coach Gregory was such a Dear, sweet,gentle,giant of a man. He always wore a smile on his face and nothing but kind words ever came from his lips. He treated everyone with respect and would go the extra mile for anyone.He will be greatly missed as he held a very special place in all of our hearts! Love and Prayers! Vicki & Leon
Bob Summervile
left a message on April 30, 2011:
Soft spoken great teacher, has affected thousands of lifes with his true affection in teaching young folks in the proper routes to follow in life. We may forget some names through life, but no one who met this man would forget "coach". He was always the man
John G. Ralston
left a message on April 29, 2011:
What a Giant of a man we have lost!! Coach Garland Gregory was one of a kind...a gentle giant and without a doubt, the greatest football coach at El Dorado High. The teachings he instilled in us and the examples he set, will live in all who knew him. I'm sorry I can't be with you Josie but please know you are in our prayers. Your father was one of those truly great people and a legend has passed on.
Bettye Lou Oliger Fox
left a message on April 29, 2011:
On behalf of the Eldorado High School Class of 1960, we express our deep sympathy to the family. Coach was a wonderful influence on all our lives whether you were a football player or one of his biology students. Bettye Lou Oliger Fox
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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Vicki Borland, RN
left a message on May 16, 2011:
I had the privilege of taking care of Mr. Gregory during many of his visits in the outpt dept at NLMC. He always came through the door with a smile on his face and was such a pleasure to visit with he could make you forget about working! Thank you for sharing him.
Gina Grant
left a message on May 11, 2011:
Its been years since I have seen Coach Gregory, but it is so easy to remember his kind attitude and loving smile. I was blessed to know him. He inspired so many.
Ken Newsom
left a message on May 7, 2011:
Coach Gregory had a wonderful life with tremendous achievements both on and off the field. He contributed to so many lives! His influence as a coach and tutor in my life will always be appreciated. Thank God for Coach Gregory!
Tom Boesman
left a message on May 4, 2011:
I remember Coach Gregory from the late 70's at La Tech. I can still remember the stories he used to tell and how he was always a gentleman. I also have thought of him through the years and the influence he made on my life. He will be greatly missed but never forgotten.
Patrick Sullivan
left a message on May 3, 2011:
I have always credited two men with giving me the guidance needed to be a man, my Dad and Coach Gregory. I thought the world of both. I had the honor of spending some time with the 'Coach' last year before the LaTech/Navy game and thoroughly enjoyed every minute of our visit recalling old times. What a great individual. Coach Gregory made the world a better place and will be truly missed. However, he will live forever in my memory. Semper Fi
Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
Peggy J. Sullivan
left a message on May 3, 2011:
I had the honor of meeting Coach for the first time last year. My older brother played football for him at El Dorado. Both Patrick and my father greatly admired Coach Gregory and despite the fact I was only 6 when we moved - I never forgot hearing about the kind of man he was. I am so happy that Pat got to talk to him one more time and tell him what he meant to him - not just as a player, but as a man.
Rusty W. Norman
left a message on May 2, 2011:
Coach Gregory was my advisor at Tech. What a dedicated, honest and fair man. And what stories all of his students have. He was and is a great influence in my life. Coach will be greatly missed. H/PE Recreation 1979
DWIGHT DENDY
left a message on May 2, 2011:
Coach Gregory was a leader and an inspiration to all who knew him. He was a gentle giant that pushed and encouraged us all to be better. Condolences to all his family, he will be fondly remembered by all who knew him.
Tim Larson
left a message on May 2, 2011:
I was a part of Coach Gregory's last two teams at El Dorado High School. I was not one of his best players. But the interaction with him is one of those great life experiences. I can still picture him turning his hat around to show me how to block or tackle. I have thought about him often through the years.
Polly Whiddon Blume
left a message on May 2, 2011:
What a legend to so many of us...My prayers and love to each of you. I will always remember him with a huge smile and always pulling the BEST out of all he touched.God Bless you.
Jackie and Pat Selman
left a message on May 1, 2011:
"Blessed is the man who perseveres under trial, because when he has stood the test, he will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love him...James l:12" May your family find peace and comfort at this most difficult time. He touched so many lives in such special ways.
Barb Wren Nicklaus
left a message on May 1, 2011:
Coach Gregory was loved and respected by our 1958 El Dorado High School class. We were blessed by his attendance to our 50th class reunion in 2008, when we shared memories of our high school days. We will always remember him.
Bob Carroll
left a message on May 1, 2011:
I remember as a sophomore standing around talking to some friends when Coach Gregory came up to me and said, "Son have you ever thought about playing football?" How honored I was to be asked by the great man himself and that was all I needed to go out and try to do something that I had never done before. I've got to admit that I was not very good, but at 190# I was a great blocking dummy for Glen Ray Hines hope this is spelled correctly. I admire Coach Gregory to this day and am not surprised at his life stories and to have lived so long. My codolences to classmate Josie. Bob Carroll, Class of 62
Lamar Drummonds
left a message on May 1, 2011:
One of the best coaches I ever had and a great man..
Jack L Burson
left a message on May 1, 2011:
What a super person he was! Jack Burson ElDorado 1955
Tommy Patterson
left a message on May 1, 2011:
Thanks Coach for all of the memories.You played a very important part in my life. Everytime I see the stadium another memory of the great times we had there. Gone, but you will never be forgotten by me. Thanks again.
Dennis Byrd
left a message on May 1, 2011:
I can tell you all the things you already know about Coach Gregory: he was kind, gentle but demanding, loving,sweet-spirited but disciplined, and just a good man. What you may not know was that he was the best builder of men I've ever known. He took young high school guys and molded them into men. He didn't ask anyone to respect him, yet everyone did. I didn't realize how how often I spoke fondly of Coach Gregory until my wife and I attended a funeral service several years ago. I was honored to sit by Coach Gregory with my wife on the other side. She said afterward she couldn't believe how "average" he looked. She went on to explain that she expected him to be seven feet tall and 300 pounds. I had built up his stature in her mind over the years. I played on Coach Gregory's last team at El Dorado. We weren't the 1958 team by any stretch, but we had a good year. I always suspected that he was waiting for that really good year to leave coaching, to go out on a high note. We all loved and respected Coach Gregory. As could all his players, I could tell you story after story, but instead I'll just say that I'll miss him and I credit him with teaching me a lot about life. He was a true treasure!
Cliff Wright
left a message on April 30, 2011:
A candle was lit by Cliff Wright on 2011/04/30
Tim Gunnels
left a message on April 30, 2011:
Coach Gregory was a large influence on my life and my father's life. He coached my dad at El Dorado High and I worked for him when I attended La Tech. I'm sure he had a tremendous positive influence on many others in his lifetime. I appreciate what he did for me and my family.
Marjorie McKinnon Jenkins
left a message on April 30, 2011:
My deepest condolances to the family of Coach Gregory. My dad Corbin McKinnon considered himself a dear friend of Garland and loved him dearly. I have fond memories of going with him for visits when Dad was involved in school work. Coach Gregory leaves a great legacy with a host of friends and students and a wonderful family. My prayers are with you.
Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
Danny & Barbara Graves
left a message on April 30, 2011:
The world has lost a great man, mentor, coach, and friend. The lessons you taught your students and players have helped mold us into the people we are today. Thank you for caring enough to be a great role model. Rest in Peace Coach Gregory.... You may be gone...but you'll NEVER be forgotten.
Robin Pinson Smith
left a message on April 30, 2011:
What wonderful memories--a child of God; a husband and father; a coach and a friend. We will all miss his presence as we celebrate his life.
Bobby & Jean Williams
left a message on April 30, 2011:
Great coach, and was a fair minded person. May GOD bless and comfort the family. Bobby
Walt and Fran Michels
left a message on April 30, 2011:
Coach Gregory was our beloved football coach when Fran was a student at El Dorado High School 1956. Later Walt was the Choral Director at EHS with Coach Gregory. He touched many lives and was a great role model. His memory will live on in our hearts.
ANN MCLANE FRASER
left a message on April 30, 2011:
ALICE, I HAVE ALWAYS REMEMBERED GARLAND FONDLY. I REMEMBER THAT MY SISTER, JAN AND I, SAW YOU AND GARLAND IN NEW ORLEANS WHEN TECH WAS PLAYING TULANE. I GUESS I HAVE NOT SEEN YOU SINCE. MY DAUGHTER CATHERINE IS NOW WORKING AT TECH AS DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR FOR THE ENGINEERING DEPT. I THINK THAT SHE MET GARLAND NOT TOO LONG AGO. I REMEMBER HIM PLAYING FOOTBALL FOR DADDY, AND I REMEMBER YOU WELL TOO. I AM SO SORRY. HE WAS A WONDERFUL PERSON.
Richard E. Griffin
left a message on April 30, 2011:
Coach Garland Gregory contributed so much to the lives of so many young men. He taught us that we could do so much more than we thought possible; that the team was more important than the individual; that preperation and hard work were essential to success and that there was a difference between hurt and pain. I have remembered those principles and they have helped me occoplish many things in my life that I would have given up on without his influence. A great man, a great coach, a great counselor, a great person and a great friend that I have loved and respected since 1954. He will be missed by many. Richard E. Griffin... El Dorado High School Class of 1957
Pam Patterson
left a message on April 30, 2011:
I'm so sorry you've lost your dad, Josie. Kelly let me know. My thoughts are with you and your family. Pam
Vicki Staples
left a message on April 30, 2011:
Josie,Allen,Greg,Mark & Jon, We are very sorry to hear of your loss! Coach Gregory was such a Dear, sweet,gentle,giant of a man. He always wore a smile on his face and nothing but kind words ever came from his lips. He treated everyone with respect and would go the extra mile for anyone.He will be greatly missed as he held a very special place in all of our hearts! Love and Prayers! Vicki & Leon
Bob Summervile
left a message on April 30, 2011:
Soft spoken great teacher, has affected thousands of lifes with his true affection in teaching young folks in the proper routes to follow in life. We may forget some names through life, but no one who met this man would forget "coach". He was always the man
John G. Ralston
left a message on April 29, 2011:
What a Giant of a man we have lost!! Coach Garland Gregory was one of a kind...a gentle giant and without a doubt, the greatest football coach at El Dorado High. The teachings he instilled in us and the examples he set, will live in all who knew him. I'm sorry I can't be with you Josie but please know you are in our prayers. Your father was one of those truly great people and a legend has passed on.
Bettye Lou Oliger Fox
left a message on April 29, 2011:
On behalf of the Eldorado High School Class of 1960, we express our deep sympathy to the family. Coach was a wonderful influence on all our lives whether you were a football player or one of his biology students. Bettye Lou Oliger Fox
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Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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