We celebrate the life and memory of Mr. Gregory Lamar Hope whose death occurred on Thursday, October 23, 2025 at Jackson West Medical Center in Miami, Florida.

Gregory Lamar Hope, affectionately known as "Greg" or "Hope" by family and friends, was born on March 26, 1958, in Miami, Florida, to the late Edward J. Hope and Edwina H. Averett. On Thursday, October 23, 2025, he peacefully made his spiritual transition to his eternal home, reuniting with his beloved parents.

Greg embraced Christianity at an early age and became an active member of Drake Memorial Baptist Church, where he faithfully participated in several ministries.

He began his education at Holy Redeemer Catholic School before transferring to Miami-Dade County Public Schools, where he attended Kelsey Pharr Elementary and Allapattah Middle School. He graduated from Miami Jackson Senior High School with the class of 1976 and continued his education at Tuskegee University, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting in 1980.  He served our country in the U.S. Army.

A man of gentle character, Greg was known for his low-key demeanor, warm and kind spirit, and the big, friendly smile that greeted everyone he encountered. He was an avid football enthusiast who began playing in little league during elementary school and continued his passion for the sport through high school and college. In his leisure time, he enjoyed watching old western shows.

Following graduation, Greg launched his professional career as an accountant with a private firm in Coral Gables, Florida. He later joined Miami-Dade County Public Schools as an auditor before concluding his distinguished career with the United States Postal Service, from which he retired in 2020.

Gregory leaves to cherish his memory and celebrate his life: his sisters, Deltha Drake of Pooler, Georgia, and Shavondra Caesar of Savannah, Georgia; nephews, Robert Drake (Heather), LeRon Drake, and Dennis Caesar; nieces, Kendra Drake and Elizabeth Caesar and a host of family and friends whose lives he touched with his kindness and warmth.

Public Viewing will be held on Saturday, November 8, 2025 from 10:00am-12:00pm at Daisy Community Center, 304 Railroad Street, Daisy, GA 30423.

Graveside Services will be held on Saturday, November 8, 2025 at 1:00pm at Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery, 121 Mt. Olive Church Road, Register, GA 30452.

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