Laura Kathleen Gregory

Laura Kathleen Gregory went peacefully to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, October 29, 2020.

On 14 Nov 2020, a Funeral Rosary will be held at 11:30am, followed by a Funeral Mass at 12:00pm, at Saint Brendan the Navigator Catholic Church, 4633 Shiloh Road, Cumming, GA 30040.

On 15 Nov 2020, at 1:00pm, an entombment will be held at Sawnee View Gardens, 1390 Dahlonega Hwy, Cumming, GA 30040 with Ingram Funeral Home, 210 Ingram Ave, Cumming, GA 30040 directing.

Due to COVID restrictions, only immediate family will be permitted to attend the Rosary and Funeral Mass.

Laura Kathleen Gregory was born 19 June 1980 in Warrensburg Missouri to Kathleen Sena (Phillabaum) Gregory and William Edward Gregory. As an Air Force dependent, she developed her love of travel and lived in Missouri, Warner Robins, Georgia and Las Vegas, Nevada. Adaptable to any environment, she made friends around the world, including her relatives in Germany.

Laura graduated from Houston County High School, Warner Robins, Georgia in 1998. A gifted musician, she was a member of the marching and concert bands; playing the flute, piccolo and bassoon.

In 2004, Laura earned her Bachelor Degree in Criminology from Auburn University and attended the Auburn University Master's Program, where she was selected as a Graduate Teaching Assistant. It was at Auburn University where Laura developed an interest in Auburn Football, spending countless hours mentoring Auburn athletes in course study. She would frequently greet visitors with a passionate "War Eagle".

Laura had an insatiable appetite for learning and sharing her knowledge with others. An avid reader and researcher, she had gift for writing that conveyed wonderful facts, with a blend of humor. There was no subject that Laura did not find fascinating. She also found joy in dance and ballet classes, and hiking her favorite trails.

Settling in Marietta, Georgia, she worked as a Victim Advocate for the Cobb County District Attorney's Office. She jointly researched and created a Victims Memorial Display, highlighting major homicide crimes that were solved by the Cobb County's District Attorney Office. Laura became a credentialed investigator for the Department of Defense, where she conducted investigations throughout the United States.

Laura was a humble servant of the Lord and a member of the Transfiguration Catholic Church of Marietta, Georgia. She shared her joy of knowing Jesus with family and friends. Laura had a loving smile and blue eyes that would warm a room and she always extended her hand to those in need. She loved to cook and bake for her friends.

Most of all Laura loved everyone, but especially her family. Often, she would re-arrange her travel schedule so she could be with those who loved her the most. Her excitement and quick wit were the highlight of many family events. Laura is now with her heavenly father and her dearest loved ones.

Laura is preceded in death by her grandparents; Lucy Gregory, Panama City, Florida and Mary Phillabaum, Columbus Georgia.

Survivors include her parents, William (Bill) Edward and Kathleen Sena (Phillabaum) Gregory, Cumming, Georgia; Brothers Michael Paul Gregory, Cumming, Georgia; Steven William Gregory, Tampa, Florida; Sister-in-Law Mindy Gregory; her beloved nieces Kristen and Hayley Gregory, Cumming, Georgia; Grandfathers Jack Otto Phillabaum,, Columbus Georgia and Francis (Frank) Charles Gregory, and wife Gladys Gregory, Panama City, Florida. Aunt's: Linda & Patricia Gregory; Uncle Billy Gregory, Teri (Phillabaum) and Tom Beard; Jeannette (Phillabaum) and John Lougee; Christine (Phillabum) and Pat Braski; Diane (Phillabaum) and John Land; Uncle Steven Phillabaum and numerous beloved cousins.

The family would like to express their sincere appreciation to the caring doctors, nurses, staff and friends at the Shepherd Center, Atlanta, Georgia. Their unrelenting love, support and medical care will never be forgotten.

Tribute Gifts in memory of Laura Kathleen Gregory, to the Shepherd Center are encouraged.
https://www.shepherd.org/giving/ways-to-give?_ga=2.265289674.497809990.1604689481-1871906946.1604689481

Shepherd Center Foundation
2020 Peachtree Road NW
Atlanta, GA 30309-1465

Ingram Funeral Home & Crematory, 210 Ingram Ave, Cumming, GA 30040 is in charge of arrangements.