Clarence Irving Gregory

Clarence Irving Gregory, 76, of Battle Creek, Michigan passed away on December 6, 2023 in his

home.

Clarence was born in Gary, Indiana to Manuel and Vivian on April 19, 1947. He graduated high

school from Harper Creek High School and also attended Adams High School in South Bend,

Indiana. He held various occupations over the course of a life well lived, including treasure

hunting in Florida, insurance sales, mineral speculation in Colorado and banking. He was an Air

Force veteran and served in Thailand and Hawaii during the Vietnam War. He loved music,

movies, books and talking and laughing with friends and family.

Clarence is survived by his son Matthew and his wife Michelle of Boston. He is proceeded in

death by his wife Laura, parents Vivian and Manuel, and brothers Dan and K.

Memorial donations can be made to American Legion Post #298.

Leonard Cohen was right, Pop. “There’s a crack in everything and that’s how the light gets in.”

You were that light.