"May the love of God, the peace of Christ, and the comfort of the Holy Spirit surround your family as you grieve the loss of Greg."
In loving memory of
Gregory P. Morehead
September 27, 2012
Gregory P. Morehead, age 66, of Albia, died Wednesday, September 26, 2012 at the Monroe County Hospital. He was born on September 18, 1946 to Paul and Josephine (Carlson) Morehead.
Greg graduated from Albia High School, class of 1964. He then attended college in Centerville, and Muscatine. He married Jackie Anderson on February 17, 1969 at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Sigourney, and they were blessed with three children: Joy, Corinne, and William. He owned and operated Morehead Auction and Appraisal. He was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Albia, and past president of St. Mary's Parish Council. His many memberships and accreditations include: a 4th degree Knights of Columbus Council #4167 member, a past member and president of the Albia Chamber of Commerce, a member of Monroe County Fair board, secretary of the Albia Industrial Development Corp. board of directors, volunteer auctioneer for Pheasants Forever, Ducks Unlimited, Georgetown God's Portion Day, St. Peter's Church auction, and other community and private benefits, past president of Iowa Auctioneers Association, member of the National Auctioneer Association, and current board member on the Iowa Appraisal Board. He enjoyed reading, golfing, and spending time with his grandchildren.
Greg is survived by his wife Jackie of Albia, children, Joy (Aaron) Davis of Albia, Corinne Kelley and TJ DeMoss of Albia, William (Serena) Morehead of Polk City, two sisters, Deborah (Dan) Muldoon of Omaha, NE, Barbara (Warren) Brunkhorst of Edgar Springs, MO, six grandchildren, Kelli Jo, and Brett Baker, Zakary Kelley, Dillon, Brennon, and Reghyn Morehead, and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 am on Saturday, September 29, 2012 at the St. Mary's Catholic Church in Albia with Father Mike Volkmer C.PP.S. officiating. Burial will follow services at St. Mary's Cemetery in Albia. Visitation will open to the public at 11:00 am on Friday at Sinnott Pierschbacher Funeral Home in Albia. Visitation will move to St. Mary's Catholic Church and start at 3:00 pm There will be a 4:00 pm Rosary conducted by St. Mary's Altar and Rosary Society, a Rosary Service at 7:00 pm conducted by the 4th Degree Knights of Columbus Council #4167 of Albia, and a Christian Wake Service at 8:00 pm at the church Friday evening in which the family will be present. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made in Greg's name and will later be distributed per family wishes. Online condolences for the family may be left at www.sinnottfuneralhome.com.
Tributes
"Jackie, I add my deepest sympathy, thoughts and prayers to you and your family at this time of a great loss. "
"Jackie and family, We were shocked to hear of Greg's passing. Our hearts reach out to you. You are all in our thoughts and prayers!!"
"Jackie, our hearts are heavy and we are so very sorry to hear of Greg's passing. Know that we send our love to you and your family."
"Wow, its hard to believe he's gone and such a young age. Jackie and families, know you are in our thought and hope the hurt and saddness heals. It takes time but it will come with time. So very sorry for your loss. "
"My sympathies to all of Greg's family. He seemed to always maintain a positive and uplifting spirit. I was his classmate a AHS and he called me "twin" as we shared the same birthday. He blessed all of us with his friendly and cheerful disposition. "
"Jackie and family--we were so sorry to hear about Greg. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you through this very difficult time. Take care."
"So very sorry to hear about Greg's passing. He was truly a great individual and will be missed by many. Our thoughts & prayers are with you. "
"Jackie and family So sorry for your loss.Need someone to talk too,Iam here for you.Iam so sorry..Tish+Roger.. "
"I am so sorry for your loss. Bill, it's hard to believe we are at that age where we can lose our parents. I wanted you to know that you are being thought of from afar and your family is in my prayers. God Bless. "
"Very sorry about your loss, Greg and all of you are greatly appreciated in the Grorgetown Area.(Every where I'm sure) We will have ya"ll in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless . . ."
"We knew Greg most of our life, but spent more time with him over the past 20 years. He was always good for some humor and good fellowship. I appreciated his professionalism and good business skills. He will be missed by all."
"My deepest condolences to your family! Greg was an awesome man...........his laughter one of a kind.....his no - nonsense approach to life and life's problems a breath of fresh air. My prayers and thoughts are with your famly. Rich VW"
"My heartfelt condolences to your family. I'm praying that God continues to keep you all embraced in His loving arms during this very difficult time."
"I remember Greg from the time I was a child and Dad would take us to the Albia Sale barn for the St. Mary's auction. Greg had this booming voice that I will never forget. I was back home recently and heard that voice and knew it was Greg. I'm so glad I was able to visit with him. He was so full of life, I can't believe he is gone. He was an Albia icon that defined "hometown". "
"Greg's life touch me in such a positive way. He was firm, strong, no nonsense and yet gracious and merciful. His laughter could not be mistaken, his voice was commanding-he was humble, always willing to help others. I was his teacher-his professional peer and associate and honored to be his friend. I will miss him so-my deepest sympathy to Jackie and his children-I taste the salt of your tears."
"Deb: Kent and I are sending our heartfelt prayers and sympathy to you and Greg's entire family, in this very difficult time. Please know we are thinking of you and will continue to be here if you need us. Love Shari"
"I am so sorry to learn of Greg's passing, will always remember the warm smile and wicked sense of humor. He was truly a wonderful man. Please accept my deepest sympathy at this time of great loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. "
"Greg was truly enjoyable to be around. His voice could draw you in and we had many "discussions" regarding our mutual acquaintances. Jackie and family, we am so very sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in your memories and each other."
"Prayers and loving thoughts to Jackie and the family. I have many good memories of time spent with Greg and Jackie . It was a pleasure to be around them. Smiles and laughter always abounded. I am so very sorry this light has been extinguished in the Albia community. Comfort as you grieve is my prayer for this entire community as well as his family."
"Please accept my sympathy and prayers, and may your loving memories give you peace."
"A treasure of a man has been lost. Greg was so Vibrant and so Gentle and always a Pleasure to be around. My prayers are with the Family during this time and although I cannot be there he will be in my thoughts. May God Speed and God Bless his Soul. "
"I am sending my love and prayers to Jackie and family. One of my best childhood memories was playing with cousins at our grandmothers ( and Greg's aunt Bernice Peterson's) house. Greg was a great Catholic at a young age. He would don make-believe priest clothing and using our grandmother's candy dish would dispense communion to all the pretend nuns in attendance which included his sister Barb, and cousins Cathy, Patty, Shelia and myself. The good thing about good memories, they make us giggle and smile even when we are sad. "
"The auctioneering world had lost a great man. In the 31 years I knew Greg, he was always bubbly, joking but yet serious about my business and the auction business. My condolences to the family."
"Prayers go out for both Greg and Jackie and their extended family. Greg was a one-of-a-kind man with a caring personality. He was always energetic and quick-witted. I saw Greg two weeks ago in Albia and he was positive and friendly as usual, hosting a unique golf tournament (the One-Eye Open), raising money for returning members of the US Military. Greg touched more lives than most people do in their lifetime. I am sad at his passing but I rejoice at the way he lived his life. Albia has lost a great friend and work-horse citizen. I lost a cousin who was always a mature voice in my ear, offering advice in a friendly yet persuasive manner. I thank him now for always being so kind and thoughtful to my mother, Helen Schleier (Peterson)."
"Greg was a true giant of a man, he will truly be missed by many. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Don and Mary Carr"
"I was so sorry to hear that we had lost Greg. I will always remember his friendly and upbeat personality and the great stories he would tell. He was a treat for all of the cousins visiting from Texas. He always made us feel welcome and at home in Albia. Whenever I hear an auctioneer I think of Greg and his fast-talking ways. Love to his family and to the Morheads and Petersond from his family in Texas. Laura Peterson Elkind"
"Deb, so sorry about your brother. I can't say I know how you feel since it is different for everyone, but I do know how it is to lose a brother and my heart goes out to you. Many prayers are being sent up for you and all your family at this very difficult time. Virginia Maine Omaha NE"