Margaret Mary Gregory

Margaret was born on August 16, 1943, in Detroit, Michigan. Adopted by Dr. Frank and Marjorie Doran, she was the youngest of six children. She attended Marywood, where she formed friendships that lasted throughout her life.

Her lifelong passion for sports began in childhood, when she accompanied her father to Notre Dame football games and the Rose Bowl. She remained an enthusiastic fan of Michigan State, the Detroit Tigers, and the Detroit Lions. Above all, however, she loved cheering on her children and grandchildren at their sporting events.

Margaret had a heart full of love and faced life's challenges with faith, strength, and a smile. She will be remembered for her warmth, resilience, and deep devotion to her family and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her siblings, Sue (Pat) Savage, Anne (Joe) Biondo, John Doran, Tom Doran and brother-in-law, George Rykse. She was also preceded in death by her daughter, Kris Radecki.

Margaret is survived by her children, Don (Sandy) Gregory, Julie (Paul) Wright, Jill (Damon) Chaskey, and Michael (Rosanna) Gregory; her grandchildren, Zac Gregory, Kyla (JJ) Wakeland, Jasmine (Orlando) Medina, Alex Radecki, Courtney Chaskey, Nicholas Radecki, Jalen Gregory, Jurnee Gregory, and Karlie Chaskey; and her great-grandchildren, Arianna Wakeland, Arlo Wakeland, and Nelson Gregory. She is also survived by her sister, Kit Rykse; sister-in-law, Janice Huntley; John Radecki (husband of the late Kris Radecki); many nieces and nephews; and several cherished friends.

A memorial visitation will be held on Sunday, October 11, 2026, from 4:00 p.m to 6:00 p.m. at Reyers North Valley Chapel, 2815 Fuller Ave. NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49505.

A second memorial visitation will be held on Monday, October 12, 2026, from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. at St. Jude Catholic Church, 1120 4 Mile Road NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525. A funeral Mass will follow at 11:00 a.m.