Mr. Gregory "Greg" Allen Margotta

Birth date: Nov 20, 1963 Death date: Mar 1, 2016

Gregory “Greg” Allen Margotta age 52 of Nashville, Tennessee passed away March 1, 2016. He was born November 20, 1963 in Tarrytown, New York to Maurice and Mary Margotta. He spent the majority of his childhood in Connecticut. Greg Read Obituary

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Maureen (Margotta) Rancourt

502w ago

I will always remember my brother and the fun we had growing up together. He was my little brother who I took care of and I would tell him right from wrong. That is, until he grew up and towered over me. It was then when the roles changed and he was looking out for me. Living so far apart during our adult years, was hard for both of us. There are so many memories that will forever be a part of my life. Our long conversations and how he was always right, his smile, his laugh, and his big bear hugs when he saw me.

Greg had a very big heart. I was reminded of this when I spoke to his many friends and coworkers in Nashville last week. I will cherish all of their stories about him. He touched so many lives through the many charities that he sponsored and through his generous spirit and kind demeanor to everyone he met. He had an infectious personality that drew people to him. He was always the life of the party and always had a story or two to share. He was a wonderful father to Justin and Jessie. He lived for his children and loved them very much. Spending time with his family was so important to him. He was a great uncle to my daughters Jennifer and Melissa and brother in law to David.
My brother Greg gave me, my mom and dad, and our family a lot to remember, to laugh about, to be grateful for and to love. I will love and miss him always and he will live on in my heart forever.

I love you Greg.

Your Loving Sister, Maureen

Traci Chaney

503w ago

It is very rare to get that chance to work with such an amazing person. Thank you Greg for seeing in me, what I myself did even know was there and hired me to join the team you were beginning to build. Greg is one of a kind and truly cared for people. He had a smile and sense of humor that could bring everybody out of any bad mood. The compassion for his family, friends and CHS team was amazing. Greg will be missed by so many and it will take time for us to heal. I know you are riding your Harley and smiling big up there heaven. Play some music with my dad up there and tell him I said Hi. Until I see you bath. Traci 💙😊

Leilani Davenport

503w ago

You will forever hold a special place in so many hearts including mine... Rest in peace our sweet Greg.

Lindsay

503w ago

Such a wonderful heart, would light up a room with his laugh anf smile. So grateful God crossed our paths. Thank you for having faith in me and helping me take a step towards a position I never thought I could do. You will forever be in our hearts. Ride high, until we meet again - Tinker

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503w ago

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Tina Bruce

503w ago

in honor of Gregory "Greg".

There are no words to express the sadness I felt when I heard God had taken you home. I will cherish all the great memories I have of you until we meet again. Your family will always be included in my prayers. You were a great dad, grandpa and friend to many. Love you my friend!

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Amy Mahoney

503w ago

There are very few times in life that leave you with a memory that is so defining, you can relive the details of that moment no matter how much time goes by.
I will never forget the first time I saw you. You were on a work call sitting in the waiting room. I opened the door and called your mother's name. As soon as you looked up at me, you stopped your call mid conversation. We both stared at each other like no one else existed at that moment. As soon as you left, you called from the elevator asking who the nurse was the took your mother back. Of course, I answered the phone, but didn't tell you that immediately 🙂. The next day, you sent me the most beautiful bouquet of flowers with a card that had a dinner invitation and your phone number. When I called to say thank you, you were standing on the beach in Connecticut. I could hear the ocean in the background. That was 17 years ago and I remember it like it was yesterday.
From my first Motley Crue concert to my first taste of bourbon, we shared so many memories. Many laughs and many tears. I saw that "first look" memory in your eyes many times over the years. It was the Greg laugh, followed by a, "hmm", then a 3 second quiet stare with a smile.
I remember Justin and Jessie being so little. Even then, Jessie looked just like you with her beautiful eyes and her sweet smile.
Then there was the time my son threw up all over you. I was mortified! But, you handled it so well, reassuring me it was OK and laughing it off. You were always so good with the kids.

You are sorely missed. You were an amazing father, a loyal friend, a mentor and a humanitarian. I can't count how many times you put other people before yourself. I remember stopping several times with you to get out money to take to people who were down on their luck. And, I know you were a part of several things that brought relief and hope to others.

To Justin and Jessie, your dad and I talked a lot about you a few weeks ago. You should know how proud he was of you both. You were his heart and soul, always. Justin, he was so amazed by your talents. And Jesse, he kept saying what a great mom you are. Every time he would talk about Zoe, he would smile and shake his head, as if he couldn't find good enough words to express how incredibly special she was to him.
He instilled in you everything you need to keep moving through life as if he were standing beside you the rest of the way. You will hear his voice many times in the future. Listen for it. Take comfort in it.

Much love to you and all your family. Thank you for sharing your dad with me.
And, to Mom Margotta, thank you for bringing your son into my life 17 years ago.

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503w ago

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Paul Johnson

503w ago

Hey Justin and Jessica
Your dad is a great friend of mine and I will always remember teaching him to play the drums. But the old goat didn't want to do his drum practicing at home, but he did learn and had a great time doing it. He and I also worked together at the airlines and loved to go boating. Remember that one time Justin. Anyway Justin and Jesse, I know this is very hard and damn difficult to understand as I to, lost both my parents years ago but is has gotten better. I'll see you today Guys. I am so hurt as you and I will miss your dad soooo much.

Paul Johnson

Stevea

503w ago

Greg and I are work friends from PlaceWare. He and I hit it off from the start although that's nothing special as he was friends with most everyone. He is such an easy going guy and typically the happiest and smartest person to talk with about most anything > work, music, life or ideas. I feel lucky to have a friend that makes saying goodbye so hard. Although I have many fun memories working with and socializing with Greg. I'll fondly remember his morning entrances at Sun River in Oregon- sometimes he would show up a few minutes late for the morning sessions - our boss was an interesting person in that he liked to test his people to see who could burn the candle at both ends - he'd keep us up all night and then start the next day at 7am and do roll-call to see who was on-time in the morning after a late night with the "sale team" - well, Greg figured this out - when entering he would put his cell phone up to his ear, put his sunglasses on and walk backwards into the conference room so our boss didn't notice his arrival. He did this more than once and it worked every time. I'd laugh watching him coming in and then again when we'd talk about his next big entrance. It's true - friendship is like peeing in your pants. Everyone can see it but only you can fell it's true warmth. Thanks Greg for being such a friend.

Amy Mahoney

503w ago

Much love to you and all your family. Thank you for sharing your dad with me.
And, to Mom Margotta, thank you for bringing your son into my life 17 years ago.

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