Greg Greg Gormley

Greg G. Gormley, 62, transitioned into his new life on Tuesday,12/20/2011 after a long battle with CLL and Melanoma. He was born to George and Valeria Gormley on 04/27/1949 in San Jose, CA.

Greg's family moved to Paradise, CA. and he graduated Paradise HS in 1967. He joined the Navy in 1968, stationed near Key West, FL., and he completed his tour of duty in 1971. He married his life-long sweetheart B.J. "Betty Jo" Springer in 1972, and relocated to Red Bluff in 1973. Greg began working for Pacific Telephone & Telegraph in 1972, and dedicated 32 professional years before retiring. He assumed the role of camp caretaker for Camp Tehama in 2005, and retired in 2011. He and his wife devoted much time and energy to improving the campground. Greg was the captain of Tehama County Search & Rescue for 32 years. He was a volunteer firefighter for 26 years, and the chief of Antelope Fire for 17 years.

Greg always made a point of putting family first. He loved to spend time with his family, go camping in the woods, training for search & rescue, firefighting, raising and investing in his beloved dogs, helping others in need, and making people laugh with his endless jokes. He was a great resource and shared his vast knowledge with anyone willing to learn. He took pride in coaching and being a referee when his kids were young. He enjoyed his life to the fullest and had a way of making everyone around him feel special.

Survived by his wife B.J. Gormley, son Gavin & Lisa Gormley with sons Griffin & Grant, daughter Garnet & Jeromy Reinhardt with son Branden, sister Mary Quisnell, in-lws Carl & Annabelle Springer, Stephen & Carol Springer, and many nieces & nephews.

Preceded in death by his parents, George & Valeria Gormley, and his brothers, Timothy & George Gormley.

A memorial celebration of Greg's life will take place on Thursday, 12/29/2011 at the Calvary Chapel of Red Bluff at 11 a.m. A procession will follow from Calvary to the Nor Cal Veteran's Cemetery in Igo, Ca. at 2 p.m. All are welcome. View obituary & send condolences online @ www.chapeloftheflowers.net.

Memorial contributions can be donated to: TCSAR- PO BOX 729, Red Bluff, CA, Missing in America Project-2520 Goodwater Ave, Suite B, Redding, Ca, 96003, or a charitable donation of your choice.

Arrangements under the direction of Hoyt-Cole Chapel of the Flowers, Red Bluff, CA.