Gregory Voyles Obituary (1957 – 2021) – Tucson, AZ

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VOYLES, Gregory Lynn

01/31/1957 – 03/12/2021

Our brother Greg was born in Olney, IL on January 31, 1957, the youngest of four children of Raymond and Shirley Voyles. He died on March 12, 2021 after a valiant three year battle with cancer. In death he is preceded by his parents Raymond and Shirley Voyles; Stepfather William Martell; Son Michael Voyles and nephew Eric Knight. He is survived by his brother Jon Voyles; Sisters Jeanne Voyles and Patricia Brown (Jerry); Nieces, Celina and Catalina Crisp, Rose and Mei Voyles; and daughter April Patterson. Greg was a remarkable brother and uncle who was like a father to his nieces. His nieces will remember him in different ways. He encouraged his niece Celina to get a higher education and follow her dreams. His great-niece Catalina loved to hear his jokes and followed in his comedic footsteps. He enjoyed attending school sports and musical performances by his nieces Rose and Mei so much. They loved watching their uncle Greg wink at them in the audience!

Family and friends remember his infectious sense of humor, laughter and funny stories from everyday life. His sense of humor was spot on, which he perfected in his stand-up comedy. Greg often asked, “Were you born weird?” in Greg’s case the answer was yes. He was also an avid St. Louis Cardinal baseball fan and a devoted golf enthusiast.

Some of his fondest memories of his childhood in the Midwest were his four years at East Richland High School. The senior class president, appearances in musicals and playing the trombone in the school orchestra and in the jazz band made him very happy. After graduating, he worked for several years at the family business Ray Voyles and Sons Barber and Beauty Supply. In 1987 he moved to Tucson and was employed in his mother and stepfather’s business, Bill’s Tree and Yard Service, which he took over in 2006. Greg was a member of the first Sons of Orpheus Choir and was active in St. Cyril of Alexandria Parish, where he sang in the contemporary choir.

Greg’s life will be celebrated next year. In memory of Greg, donations may be made to the St. Vincent De Paul Food Bank at St. Cyril’s Church, 4725 E. Pima St., Tucson, AZ, 85712. Arrangements by BRING’S BROADWAY CHAPEL.

Published by Arizona Daily Star October 2-3, 2021.

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