Mr. Rollo Juan Gregory, Sr., entered eternal rest on June 4, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of faith, service, leadership, and unconditional love. Born on September 8, 1958, he was raised in Savannah, Georgia, and received his education in Jasper County, South Carolina, attending Jasper County schools and graduating in 1975.

He later attended Savannah State University, where he proudly served as Drum Major, and continued his education at Savannah Technical College.

Following his studies, Rollo worked at Ductile before answering the call to serve his country. Known for his exceptional mechanical ability and craftsmanship, family and friends often remarked, "You only had to show him once, and he got it." Whether repairing, building, or creating, Rollo possessed a natural talent for working with his hands.

On November 20, 1978, Rollo enlisted in the United States Marine Corps and completed recruit training at Parris Island, South Carolina. Following graduation, he was assigned to Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, as a Private. Through dedication and exemplary service, he earned the rank of Private First Class in 1979.

During his military career, he completed specialized training in plumbing and water maintenance operations and was promoted to Lance Corporal. In 1984, he was deployed to Okinawa, Japan, and Agana, Guam. Upon returning stateside in 1985, he was stationed at Naval Air Station Norfolk, Virginia, where he proudly represented the Marine Corps on All-Marine basketball and softball teams and earned promotion to Corporal.

In 1986, Rollo returned to Camp Lejeune, serving as a Marine Special Services Engineer specializing in plumbing and field water supply operations. His leadership and technical expertise earned him promotion to Sergeant. In 1988, he was assigned to Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, South Carolina, where he supervised Special Services operations until his honorable discharge in 1989.

Following his military service, Rollo returned home to Savannah, Georgia, before later relocating to Stone Mountain, Georgia.

A man of deep faith, Rollo faithfully served as a Deacon at First Friendship Missionary Baptist Church. He loved the Lord and served his church family with dedication, humility, and compassion.

Rollo enjoyed fishing, meticulously caring for his lawn, and playing the saxophone. Music was always close to his heart, from leading bands as Drum Major at Savannah State University to sharing his talents with family and friends. He found joy in fellowship, laughter, and spending time with those he loved.

Above all else, Rollo cherished his family. He loved his wife, children, grandchildren, relatives, and friends wholeheartedly. His strength, wisdom, humor, and unwavering love will forever remain in the hearts of all who knew him.

Preceding him in death were his beloved parents, Carriebelle Cynthia Gregory and Edward B. Gregory.

He leaves to cherish his memory, his devoted and loving wife, Yolanda Gregory; his brother, Theophilus Gregory Sr.; his nephew, Theophilus Gregory Jr.; Valerie M. Gregory, Mother; his sister, Shakila Jenkins and husband Larry Jenkins; his beloved children and grandchildren: Tiffany Stafford and husband Raymond Stafford, and their children Ashley Stafford, Bailey Stafford, Dianna Stafford, and Cameron Stafford; Rollo Juan Gregory Jr. and wife Christie Williams, and their children Rollo Juan Gregory III, Nicoli Santino Gregory, and Cylus Orum Gregory; Alexandria Scott and husband Kirk Scott, and their children India Myers, Samuel Poole, Khalimah Wats, and Langston Scott; Octavia Gregory and son Joji; Nicholas Gregory and daughter Ni'Kira Gregory; His former spouses, Alevenia E. Gregory and Barbara Beebout; As well as a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, in-laws, extended family members, church family, and dear friends whose lives were touched by his kindness, wisdom, and love.

A Final Farewell

A life well lived leaves a legacy that time cannot erase. Rollo Juan Gregory Sr. served his country with honor, his church with faithfulness, and his family with unwavering love. Though he has departed from this earthly life, his memory, values, and spirit will continue to live on through all who knew and loved him.

"Well done, thou good and faithful servant." — Matthew 25:23 

Public Viewing will be held on Wednesday, June 17, 2026 from 5:00pm-8:00pm at Campbell and Sons Funeral Home, 2520 Bonaventure Road, Savannah, GA 31404.

Celebration of Life Services will be held on Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 11:00am at Mt. Olive Rmue Church, 481 Purrysburg Road, Hardeeville, SC 29927.

Interment ~ Mt. Olive Memorial Cemetery, 481 Purrysburg Road, Hardeeville, SC 29927.

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