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Mary Holman sent me this beautiful write up from a local news source
https://www.neusenews.com/index/2023/12/6/greg-hampton-a-titan-of-jones-senior-high-school
And here is a local new story covering his passing; it was determined that Greg died from an Aorta Aneurism:
https://wcti12.com/news/local/jones-senior-high-school-mourns-loss-of-coaching-legend-greg-hampton
...better playback speed on Youtube:
https://youtu.be/vetRs4LGN1k?si=aJ309V-cyXdDagTk
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vetRs4LGN1k
A local news interview with Greg…gives a nice perspective of his coaching style and what he expects from his players:
https://www.tiktok.com/@neusenewssports/video/7133252245713407275
https://www.saundersfh.com/obituaries/Msgt-Lewis-Gregory-Hampton-Jr?obId=30069161
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Mickey Jenkins (Greaves)
Wow, news of Greg's passing gave me the feels.
I'm at work here in New York and I literally said, "Oh, no," to nobody in particular. ; - ( Thanks Robert.
We weren't close by any means but, as I recall, Greg was usually the tallest presence in the room, and maybe he grew his hair to add a couple of inches. I remember he was thin. The latest photo shows the chill look he used to give us, still in the glint of his eyes, years later.
I have never posted here, I know. I was at QV until 1976, when the Jenkins and Preucils (our blended family) moved to Mt. Lebanon. So I was at QV for just a minute but the time meant something to me. If I could I'd @ Laura Crain, Stephanie Simons and Mary Creese, and I'm probably missing someone who should be mentioned. Glenda? I see them today as clearly as if we were on Zoom ; - )
Mickey
Mary Creese (Edwards)
Very special post evoking spirit of Greg Hampton, Mickey. Rest in peace, Greg. Condolences to all who knew him and are feeling this loss.Mickey Jenkins (Greaves)
@MaryCreeseEdwards Lovely remarks, Mary.