James Thornton Gregory's obituary , Passed away on September 9, 2025 in Salem, Virginia

James Thornton Gregory

August 23, 1937 - September 9, 2025 (88 years old)

Salem, Virginia

James Thornton Gregory's obituary , Passed away on September 9, 2025 in Salem, Virginia

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John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home and Crematory

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James Thornton Gregory

August 23, 1937 - September 9, 2025 (88 years old)

Salem, Virginia

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James Thornton Gregory Obituary

We are sad to announce that, on September 9, 2025 we had to say goodbye to James Thornton Gregory (Salem, Virginia), born in Bluefield, Virginia. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of James Thornton Gregory to show support.

In the sacred silence of farewell, James Thornton is released into the embrace of eternity, knowing that his light will continue to shine brightly in the tapestry of the lives of his loved ones. And as his memory is carried forward, may comfort be found in the knowledge that love is eternal, and that James Thornton's spirit lives on in the beauty that surrounds us.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Aubrey Gregory and Moody Gregory; and his wife Linda. He is survived by: his sister Phyliss (Henry Compton); his son Daniel (Tracey); his sister Joyce (Glenn); his niece Barbara Buchanan; his nephew Keith Buchanan; Rebecca James and Anna Mae Strafford.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a contribution to the St. Jude's Children's Hospital.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home and Crematory



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