I have so many memories of my brother Greg. I can't even begin to write. You were a great brother and a great uncle. Allie and Sam love you so much. When we were little we used to fight but we always made up right away. You, Stacey and I were always together as teens, hanging out, gettng in trouble, having fun. I loved the way you grew up into a funny, loving guy. I will miss your phone calls and we will all miss your antics in Gloucester. Cheryl is your soulmate. You were so good for each other. I have always thought of Cheryl as my sister. My heart breaks for her. I will always love you Greg. I will never forget you and neither will Allie and Sam. We will have stories to tell and they won't be "Bowenisms"! You left us way too soon.
Here is a picture of you and your nieces and nephews in gloucester.
When grandma got real sick from chemo and radiation, Greg came home to make sure she was ok. That week was my spring vacation. I went everywhere with Greg that week. What a time he showed me. I met so many loving friends, and was taught how to open my mind and just love, live, and laugh.
When I was 16 Greg came home for a short visit. I remember he came to pick me up, and he was so excited. Of course, when you (Greg) get excited, there is no choice but to be excited and giddy with you. My crazy, loving uncle brought me to a small car garage, picked out, and bought me my first car. The Dodge Spirit did not last very long, but it was an amazing gift, which I cherish the thought of his kindness to this day.
Cheryl made Greg the happiest I've seen him in a long time. Without her, his life would not have been complete. I have so many wonderful memories of my Uncle Greg. You will forever be in my thoughts my dear uncle. I hope you rest in peace. You had such a wonderful life, and I have you to thank for showing me how to live.
Love you forever and always
Grinchy emailed this to me not long ago...
If I could change anything in my past I wouldn't. My past shaped me into who I am today. I like what came out. It was all worth it. Nothing left to do but smile,smile,smile.......................................
Greg, I have been carrying this around for a while. I didn't know why until I just reread it. Here's how I will always remember you, my brother!
"Life should not be a journey to the grave, with the intension of arriving safely in an attractive and well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, Champagne in one hand-strawberries in the other, body thoroughly used up, totally worn out and screaming "Woo Hoo-What a Ride!"
I was his father. And teacher. I tried to teach him the values of God, family and country. He was my son and my teacher and is still teaching me about friendship and love. He listened well and developed his own unique style, which he shared with all. The outpouring of love from all his friends attest to that. This makes his journey much easier for those of us left behind. He would not be the good person he was if it were not for Martin, Clay, To-mas, Mark and all the others that he loved so much. He loved San Diego so much and when Cheryl entered his life he became complete.He was so confident and so much in love, She was his everything.
I am his father and want everyone to share in the celebration of his life. He would want it no other way. "Ripple in still water,where there is no pebble tossed, nor wind to blow.". Greg's ripple touched so many and will continue to do so. "A box of rain will ease the pain and love will see you through" along with our creator. Keep a seat for me Greg as I believe we will be together again someday.
