Gregory James Metz

Greg Metz, 49, was born in Princeton, NJ on February 9, 1961 and taken from us on March 31, 2010. Greg is survived by his wife Mary and his two daughters; Maggie, 26, and Claire, 23. He is also survived by his mother and father, Don and Barb Metz, and 5 brothers and sisters along with their spouses: Don and Sandy Metz, Terri and Gary Johnson, Pam and Andy Ancel, Ken and Terry Metz, and Suzanne and Dale Ellicott. Greg will also be missed by many nieces and nephews: Jenny and Kim Metz, Christopher and Adam Johnson, Katie, Elizabeth, and Joe Ancel, Alexis and Izabella Ellicott, and Lauren and Michael Metz.

Greg was a 1978 graduate of Carmel High School and a graduate of Southern Illinois University with a Bachelor of Arts in English and a Masters in English Literature. Greg spent over 20 years in the publishing industry and most recently was involved in business development for Follett Corporation.

Greg’s greatest love was his family and music. He inspired others with his thoughts and feelings that he expressed through his music - whether he was writing poems and songs or playing his guitar. Greg was a master storyteller starting with his earliest family favorite – “Death of an Apple”. His sharp wit and sense of humor brightened the lives of those around him on a daily basis. His lifelong passion for adventure and exploring the outdoors began in his childhood home of Sylvan Lake and continued with his exploration of the Appalachian Trail. When Greg wasn’t outdoors on his motorcycle, skiing or hiking – his greatest pleasure was hanging out, playing guitar and harmonica, playing pool, and just being around friends and family.

The family will receive friends from 3:30 P.M. to 5:30 P.M., Monday, April 5, 2010 at Cook-Walden/Forest Oaks Funeral Home. A Memorial Service will follow at 5:30 P.M. in the Chapel with Sister Dorothy Metz officiating.

After Greg’s firsthand, life changing experience on 9/11 and in honor of his commitment to helping others in need, as he did with hurricanes Katrina, Andrew and Ike, the family has requested that donations be made to the American Red Cross at www.redcross.org.

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