Gregory S. Garloch Salem, Ohio Obituary

Gregory S. Garloch

<p><span style="font-size:26px;"><span style="font-family:times new roman,times,serif;">SALEM - Gregory S. Garloch, 54, died Tuesday, September 14, 2021, at Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital in Canton. He was born on June 16, 1967, in Salem, OH, a son of the late Harold R. Garloch and Margaret (Hannay) Garloch.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:26px;"><span style="font-family:times new roman,times,serif;">Greg was a 1985 graduate of Salem High School, and later graduated in 1987 from the Art Institute of Pittsburgh in Graphic Design.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:26px;"><span style="font-family:times new roman,times,serif;">Greg was owner/operator of WB Signs in Salem, which now his son Dillon will be operating.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:26px;"><span style="font-family:times new roman,times,serif;">Greg enjoyed spending time with the cats, splitting Firewood, caring for the pond and all the fish. He also enjoyed attempting to play Carry on My Wayward Son until 2:00 a.m., going on small fishing trips, showing us all his drawings and how he drew, as well as gardening.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:26px;"><span style="font-family:times new roman,times,serif;">Survivors include his wife, Angela (Nester) Garloch of Salem, whom he married May 4, 2001; two sons, Dillon and Adam Garloch of Salem; one sister, Sue (Paul) Lease of Salem; and one brother, Doug Garloch of Salem.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:26px;"><span style="font-family:times new roman,times,serif;">A funeral service will take place at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, September 19, 2021, at Stark Memorial.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:26px;"><span style="font-family:times new roman,times,serif;">Friends and family will be received Saturday, September 18, 2021 from 5:00-8:00 p.m. at the funeral home.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:26px;"><span style="font-family:times new roman,times,serif;">A private burial will be held Monday at Grandview Cemetery.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:26px;"><span style="font-family:times new roman,times,serif;">A Celebration of Life will also be held at a later date.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:26px;"><span style="font-family:times new roman,times,serif;">In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to. St. Jude Children&#39;s Hospital, www.stjude.org.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:26px;"><span style="font-family:times new roman,times,serif;">If unable to attend, you may show your support by joining our complimentary &ldquo;Hugs from Home&rdquo; program where your message will be attached to a balloon in the chapel to remind the family of your love and support at www.starkmemorial.com/hugs-from-home.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:26px;"><span style="font-family:times new roman,times,serif;">To view Gregory&#39;s obituary or send condolences, visit www.starkmemorial.com.</span></span></p>
June 16, 1967 - September 14, 202106/16/196709/14/2021
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Rebecca Glista
September 18, 2021
Dear Angela, Dillon, Adam, and family,
Never to be forgotten is Gregs incredible personality and wit. From his abundant smile, laugh, shoulder shrug What are you gonna do? and selfless determination, we will hold Gregs memories in our hearts. May you find peace and comf...
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Ty, Nicole, Weston and Ryner Roseburg
September 17, 2021
Greg wrapped both my car's.. the conv, we had where awesome and i loved hearing the stories he had to tell. sorry for your family's loss our Thoughts and prayers go to you guys.. I'm glad to see Dillon will be continuing Greg's business and hope to work with him soon on ... Continue Reading
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Courtney Stryffeler
September 17, 2021
Thinking of all of you and praying for your ongoing strength.
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Chris kells
September 16, 2021
May you sail your ship in Heaven.
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Chris kells
September 16, 2021
Prayer's and strength for Greg's family. A very nice and great person. May he live on through all the beautiful memories that all of you have with him. Deepest condolences.
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Whitney Parkinson and Blake Glista
September 16, 2021
Angela, Dillon, and Adam,

Our hearts are hurting for you. We are so sorry for your loss! Greg was a great man. Blake adored him and looked up to him while talking about him often. He made a huge sign for my brother who is in the Army that everyone still compliments us...
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Lory and Mike Smith
September 16, 2021
Always smiling and having a good time youll be missed by so many. Sending love and prayers to the Garloch family
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The staff at Stark Memorial Funeral Home and Cremation Services
September 15, 2021
We plant this tree as a living memorial to Gregory. We are deeply sorry for your loss.
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