David N. Gregory, Sr., of Richland, Georgia, and previously a longtime resident of Stuart, Florida has died on Saturday, June 17, 2023.

Mr. Gregory was one of twelve children, born to the late James Garland Gregory and Effie May Cross Gregory on July 7, 1941 in Roberts Township, Arkansas.

He served six years in the US Army and had a career with BellSouth Telephone Company for over 30 years, later developing his own business, TeleCom Communications, until his retirement.

He was an incredible father to his four children.

Affectionately known as "Mr. Dave", he had a creative mind and a wonderful sense of humor complimenting his outgoing personality.

While living in Stuart, Florida, he enjoyed serving in various organizations that supported his community and loved coaching Little League Baseball for many years.

Surviving are his daughters, Tina Jackson (Wayne), Tammy "TJ" Gregory, and son, David Gregory Jr. (Jennie). Grandchildren, Jerry "Jay" Copeland, Dalton Gregory, and Timothy Gregory.  Also his former spouse and mother of his son, Jeanie Gregory, two brothers, Harold Gregory (Fannie), Robert "Bobby" (Lola) and many nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his daughter, Tonya M. Gregory Copeland, brothers, James, Ralph, Otis, and Eulas, sisters, Nettie Sue, Pauline, Alma Jean, Ruth Anne, and Alice, and former spouse and mother of his daughters, Pattie "Michael" Lloyd.

A private family service will be scheduled at a later date.

Baldwin Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. www.baldwinfuneralhome.net , P. O. Box 394, Richland, GA., 31825, 50 Overby Dr.