Vickie Gregg

  Vickie Gregg passed peacefully on February 22, 2025, comforted by a family member. Vickie was the daughter of Dorothy Leigh and Leonard Ancel Kelsay and was born on Jun 20, 1931. She had two brothers, Lee Edward Kelsay and Nathan Kelsay. Vickie learned early how to survive and excel growing up in poverty with a single mother. In January 1947, she married Richard Lee Gregg. To that union, was born three children listed in birth order: Rebecca Lee Gregg (Emmett), Glenn Sawyer, Debbra Jo Gregg Bell Bersano (Larry), and Richard Thomas Gregg. In 1987, she married Charles Crowley.

  Vickie was preceded in death by her mother and father, Dorothy and Leonard; Lee Edward and Nathan, brothers; Richard L. Gregg, husband; Charles Crowley, husband; Jenny Gregg, daughter-in-law, Effie and Wade Melton, sister-in-law and brother-in-law and Mary Ellen Moore, niece.

  She is survived by three children, ten grandchildren, fifteen great-grandchildren, and two great- great-grandchildren. Besides her children, she is survived by her grandchildren: Shane Glenn (Toni), Ryan Glenn, Gregg Glenn (Kristal), Kristine Bell, Matthew Bell, April Tindall, Trevor Gregg (Andie), Chandler Gregg (Shannon), Justin Gregg (Chelsea), and Major Gregg. Fifteen great-grandchildren survive Vickie. They are Tori Glenn, Abigail Glenn, Parker Glenn; Tyler Glenn, Mollie Glenn; Ryleigh Glenn, Annslee Glenn, Sailor Sue Glenn; Zya Tindall; Baldwin Gregg, Shaw Gregg; Beau Gregg, Alex Gregg, Quinn Gregg; and Salem Gregg. Two great-great-grandchildren survive Vickie. They are Lillie Glenn and Beau Glenn.  In addition, she is survived by great niece Linda Kay Moore (Dan), and great nephew Jimmie Moore.

  Vickie was deeply committed to her family. She took care of her mother and brother for many years and she involved herself in the lives and activities of her family. She attended functions both in and out of school that were important to them, cheering them on in victory or defeat empathizing with kindness and love. She cooked their favorite meals, took them on trips, played in the backyard with them, took them swimming (even though she was fearful of the water), read to them, provided babysitting, spoiled them as only a grandmother can. She was known for being there when and where she was needed. Her love for children spilled over into the lives of her children’s friends. Many people thought of her as a beloved family member and share the memory of her kindness and love she gave to them. When complimented, Vickie would shrug it off. She was humble and it was hard for her to accept a compliment.

  Vickie can only be characterized as a self-made woman. Having been born into poverty, she worked hard to better herself through education and experience. She was a farm wife, working hard to attend to the livestock, while Richard was away purchasing equipment to sell to local farmers. Later, she passed the real estate examination and became a well-respected real estate agent in the area creating a thriving agency with her husband Charles. Hard work did not intimidate her. Success was not easy as she overcame dyslexia. Being stubborn was certainly an attribute that contributed to her successes in life.

  Vickie had a love of all things Irish. A highlight of her life was traveling to Ireland on a tour. One of her favorite musicians was Irish singer Daniel O’Donnell. When he performed in Branson, she was allowed to meet him backstage and get his autograph. She also loved to travel in the U.S. and many times took grandchildren on her travels. She loved sports and followed the Missouri Tigers football team and was a season ticket holder for many years. The Springfield Cardinals was a favorite and she attended many home games with a friend.

  Vickie was known as a faithful, spiritual person. In her later years, she spent hours poring over the scriptures, copying favorite passages, some of which were pages long, and offering deeply caring prayers for all those in her life. She was a faithful member of the Brentwood Christian Church where she attended until her health did not allow. Philip Snider and Emily Bowen-Marler, pastors at the church, were special to her.

  Vickie’s life was difficult at times, but also filled with very special times. Many people supported her as her health failed. A special thanks to ALL the staff and care-givers at Birch-Pointe and Integrity Home Care whose names are too numerous to mention. Before Birch-Pointe, she resided at the Maples and Gardens. You are heroes. Many offered support and prayers to her and her family. East Sunshine Church of Christ, family and friends, are so appreciated for their visits, prayers, and encouragement. Finally, a special thank you to both Dr. Angie Powell and Dr. William Moore who not only ministered to her to address her medical needs, but did so with compassion and kindness.

  In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Richard Gregg and Vickie Gregg Scholarship Fund at the Community Foundation of the Ozarks (CFO) in Springfield, Missouri. This will honor her commitment to education for herself and for her children.

 A memorial service will be held at 10:00 am, Saturday March 1, 2005 at Adams Funeral Home, Nixa, with Philip Snider and Emily Bowen-Marler Officiating. A graveside service will follow at Richwood Cemetery, Ozark.

Arrangements are under the direction of Adams Funeral Home, Nixa. Cremation rites were accorded by Adams Crematory.