He leaves behind his wife, Lizzie; sons, Gray (4) and Mack (10 mos. Remember God is still Good. Page, like Ali a native of Louisville, was paralyzed in a boxing accident. Bert / Savannah Ga. I am now 55. On Sept 1, 1984, she married Gregory McCune. At left is Page's wife, Patricia. You had the heart of a lion. With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Gregory E Malinski of Thonotosassa, Florida, who passed away on January 19, 2021 at the age of 71. Gregory E Malinski Obituary. And training with him, and Dennis in NewAlbany, you could tell that they where champion material. Rest in peace my brother you are still one of the best heavyweights ever. He was my friend. To The Family, My God blessing be with you today and everyday.Ms Alice your in my prayers,Mike ,Dorsey and family I'll always keep praying for you. I have never forgotten that day.My heart aches for you. Patricia it goes without saying if you need anything email me. He will be greatly missed. He was also a regular sparring partner for Mike Tyson, famously knocking down the then-undefeated world champion during a … On behalf of the Payne Family in Louisville, KY and Indianapolis, IN, I, Latach' Payne, send deepest sympathy to the Page Family. God bless you and your family and friends. He was number two of four kids. I was completely fascinated by that. Ican never forget your first fight here at home , I knew then you had a great gift. Gregory Edward Page was born in Louisville on Oct. 25, 1958. He will no longer suffer. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Page family. Gregory was born May 9, 1949, to Patricia “Pats” Johnson and Walter Thomas Johnson in Staten Island, New York. Greg will truely be missed by all his fans the World over. TO ALL WHO HAVE SIGNED THIS GUEST BOOK: We are so very thankful for your kind thoughts, your condolences and well wishes. Page died of complications related to injuries he suffered in the fight, said his wife Patricia Page. He was 50. You are a Good Woman, Patricia. Dr. Calixto Carlos Hernandez, 84, died at his home in Frankfort on July 13, 2013. Sincerely, Patricia Page and the family of Greg Page. Sincerely, John Obern Taylor, Cape Town, South Africa. Funeral services will be conducted at 1pm on Tuesday, January 19, 2021 at the Reger Funeral Chapel by Pastor Greg Page. He represented Class and Dignity. I think I saw him high jump in the Male high relays. He was 50. Greg grew up with a great love of music and the outdoors. With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Gregory E Malinski of Thonotosassa, Florida, who passed away on January 19, 2021 at the age of 71. I remember many great boxers over 48 years, but Greg Paige was always a very warm hearted, and very humble person. Your family and the city of Louisville are forever proud of you. Here is Gregory M. Sopkin’s obituary. Former heavyweight champion Greg Page acknowledges the crowd outside the gala for the opening of the Muhammad Ali Center in Louisville, Ky., Saturday, Nov. 19, 2005. My parents knew him and he was a great man. He was 50. Greg was a great Champ and will be missed . I am a distant cousion and admired Gregg in his Boxing career. An associate professor of print media and drawing at Cornell University, Page is cofounder of the Ink Shop Printmaking Center/Olive Branch Press in Ithaca, New York. God bless you family at this time. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Page family. I used to be one of his sparring partners at two gyms. His wife, … https://owensoundsuntimes.remembering.ca/obituary/patricia-page-1079629632 He will be missed. You had the heart of a lion. Godspeed Greg. Burial will be at the Ward Cemetery in Wayne County. Mike, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your whole family. I remember him coming home saying that one of his students was a boy named Greg Page. he will be missed. Along side Baby Leroy...James Dollin... Tyrone Moore ...must say Greg was very nice ..and always treated me my family with great respect ..Love you Greg still watch your fights ..God got a good man. May your family find piece in your contributions to all of those fighters that looked up to you, as I did! Venessa and Greg were married in 2010. Funny, enjoyable to be around, and someone I will never forget. Patty, call me if you need ANYTHING day or night. I fondly remember a crush that he had on my friend Lisa. Ray was born on August 14, 1929 in Cabell County, WV. I was so impressed at the maturity Greg showed when his dad passed. Burial will be followed at the Ward Cemetery in Wayne County, WV. You're truly an inspiration for up and coming fighters. They are continuous in our every thought and decision. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Page family. He graduated that year. Gregory Edward Page was born in Louisville on Oct. 25, 1958. I am a distant cousion and admired Gregg in his Boxing career. If you would like to share an obituary, send it to editor@eastgreenwichnews.com. What a joy it would've been for Greg to know that the Community that he called home accepted Greg as its own son Also.. G.P. He had the heart of Champion and that never faded. With the size that god gifted Greg with, helped the talent just fall into place. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. BETTENDORF-Gregory Dean Ashby, 71, of Bettendorf, passed away Monday, December 14, 2020, at the VA Hospital in Iowa City, IA, with his wife and two daughters at his side. Greg was always a fun guy, and very athletic. Greg suffered his injury with grace and dignity and never quit fighting until the end. May God bless you in this time of sadness,you're cousin from Georgia. Patty, call me if you need ANYTHING day or night. He ranks right up there with Joe Luis, Rocky marciano, and George Foreman. Greg has been ill for quite some time and we know that he is resting peacefully in heaven and we will see him again. Saw former boxer Earnie Shavers the other day in Las Vegas memorbilia store and it got me thinking of Greg. Gregory E Malinski Obituary. Unfortunately, that never came to pass. Read the full obituary at courier-journal.com and special 2005 series of stories at courier-journal.com/gregpage. Mike, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your whole family. I am sadden my his passing, but we will meet again in that heavenly place. GOD BLESS THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF GREG...JUST HAVE COMFORT IN THAT HE IS NO LONGER SUFFERING...HE WILL BE MISSED.. God Bless the Family of Greg Page at this sad time in their lives. Dorothy Roberts Page, age 81, of Lynchburg, passed away Tuesday, January 28, 2020. Sincerely, John Obern Taylor, Cape Town, South Africa. OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE PAGE FAMILY KEEP TRUSTING IN THE LORD .HE WILL SEE YOU THOUGHT THIS. Greg met the love of his life, Susan Watts, in 1984 and were married in 1989. He was a great guy. To the page family my prayer are with you i i took care of him in the hosptial know you will miss him but god has something for him may God Bless your whole family Crystal Thornton Louisville Ky, "Sorry for your loss. To a man that meant so much to so many. His wife, Patricia Page, says she Greg has found peace. LOUISVILLE, Ky. - Greg Page, a former heavyweight boxing champion who suffered a severe brain injury in a 2001 fight, died Monday. gregg was always one of the great ones i followed his career for tears he will be greatly missed. Loving husband of Elizabeth (Betsy) Fornal, Pete was born in New […] Ican never forget your first fight here at home , I knew then you had a great gift. May God continue to strengthen you in your time of sorrow. Along time ago, my Daddy was a teacher at Dietrich Vocational Center. My thoughts and Prayers are with you Patty and your family. But my memories of him last a lifetime. We are sad to announce that on January 21, 2021, at the age of 74, Gregory M. Sopkin (Vero Beach, Florida), born in Providence, Rhode Island passed away. Funeral services will be conducted at 1pm on Tuesday, January 19, 2021 at the Reger Funeral Chapel by Pastor Greg Page. Will be missed by many. Greg Page, a former heavyweight boxing champion who had been in a wheelchair since a 2001 fight left him brain damaged, has died at his Louisville home. I was his Dad's chaplain during his final days. He was so proud and excited. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. I used to be one of his sparring partners at two gyms. RIP Champ, you will be missed, but never forgotten. :(, I enjoyed watching Greg Page's boxing style. To the page family my prayer are with you i i took care of him in the hosptial know you will miss him but god has something for him may God Bless your whole family Crystal Thornton Louisville Ky, "Sorry for your loss. God bless you and yours! Greg and I met at the Boys Club and had a sparring match in the early 70s I'll never forget how he was a true sportsman and a great fighter.I hope and pray that God grants his family some peace and comfort in their time of sorrow. Michelle was born Nov. 16, 1958, in Fort Wayne, on Nov. 16, 1958, the daughter of John and Mary (Peterson) Brenner. We know he is in God's hands now,no more pains, only peace. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Page family. May Greg Rest In Peace Now. hey mike this is mario malone iam so sorry about your lose, man i know you loved your big bro, but he is resting now, but my prayers are with you and the family, god bless and stay strong, your friend mario malone. His father and two uncles had been boxers, and the uncles had sparred with Ali. HE WAS TO ME THE NEXT VERSION OF MUHAMMAD ALI...I CAN STILL REMEMBER US SPORTING GERRY CURLS..LOL..MAY HE REST IN PEACE, GOD BLESS HIS FAMILY. To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one. Will be missed by many. r i p may god bless and wacth over your family. I met Greg in the 70s. If you would like to share an obituary, send it to editor@eastgreenwichnews.com. I have been a boxing fan since I was 7 years old. I watched Greg fight at Longheds on Dixie hwy. Greg was always a gentleman and full of compliments for everyone. My sympathy go out to you and family. No memorial events are currently scheduled. Sincerest condolences to the Page family. My thoughts & prayers are with your family. You're truly an inspiration for up and coming fighters. It has been a long time since I have spoken to Greg, but I was heartbroken to hear of his illness and death. I will be praying for you sis. gregg was always one of the great ones i followed his career for tears he will be greatly missed. Along side Baby Leroy...James Dollin... Tyrone Moore ...must say Greg was very nice ..and always treated me my family with great respect ..Love you Greg still watch your fights ..God got a good man. Greg Page, a former heavyweight boxing champion who had been in a wheelchair since a 2001 fight left him brain damaged, has died at his Louisville home. He then had a stroke during post-fight surgery. LOUISVILLE, Ky. - Greg Page, a former heavyweight boxing champion who suffered a severe brain injury in a 2001 fight, died Monday. I am certain that he lived the remainder of his life the same way. We find comfort in knowing that they are now at peace. 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