Gregory A. Coomes, 65, of Evansville, Indiana, passed away Friday, June 24, 2022 at Deaconess Gateway Hospital surrounded by his three children. Gregory was born December 31, 1956 in Evansville, Indiana, the youngest child of the late Thaddeus Clarence “T.C.” and Rose Marie (Purdy) Coomes.
Greg graduated from Central High School in 1975 and recently retired from his job at Walman Optical where he made eyeglasses for over 35 years. He enjoyed motorsports, attending car shows, watching game shows, and spending time with his family.
Greg is survived by his children, Daniel Coomes, Scott Coomes, and Sarah Ewen (Teavin); their mother, Rita Thews; his grandson, Malachi Coomes; sisters, Debbie Coomes, Donna Smith, and Doris Blake (Jerry); brothers, Ted Coomes (Cathy), Joe Coomes (Jan), Doug Coomes, Harold Coomes (Gayle); Jim Coomes; and many other very important members of the family.
Family and friends may gather for a visitation on Tuesday, June 28, 2022 from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Alexander North Chapel and again on Wednesday, June 29, 2022 from 10:00 am until service time at 11:00 am. Final resting place will be at Sunset Memorial Park.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.alexandernorthchapel.com for the Coomes family.
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