1952
Greg
2024
Greg Black
July 5, 1952 — May 31, 2024
Provo
Gregory Black
Provo/Antimony
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved Gregory King Black, at age 71. Greg passed away from a rare and aggressive cancer on May 31, 2024.
Born July 5, 1952, in Richfield, to Burns K and Mona Lundgreen Black, Greg was taught unwavering values of hard work, sacrifice, kindness, integrity, and love starting at an early age. He brought a smile and a warmth to all who knew him, and he touched the hearts of many throughout his life. Greg exemplified the essence of dedication to the gospel of Jesus Christ and was a light and anchor to all of his children.
Greg graduated from Piute High School in 1970, after which he attended Snow College and earned an associate degree. He went on to serve an honorable 2-year mission to Finland, returning in 1975 to continue his education at Brigham Young University, where he graduated in 1978 with a bachelor’s degree in business finance.
Greg was a real cowboy, born into the farming and ranching way of life. He was also a builder from early on. He was instrumental in the construction of the beautiful Rockin’ R Ranch lodge, a place that over the last 40 years has brought families together and has been a great missionary tool. There are pictures of Greg using a chainsaw sitting in a rope chair, hanging three stories high from a crane above the top rafters of the lodge. It seemed there was little Greg feared.
Greg married Sheila Worrell in the Salt Lake City Temple in 1982. They had three children together: Shad, Tara, and Natalie, before divorcing in 1991. In 1995 he married his sweetheart, Cynthia “Cindy” Luce in the Manti Temple. Cindy brought into the marriage two children from previous marriages: Errick and Megan; and Greg and Cindy had two more children together: Hayley and Ryan; and fostered Julia Musgrave. They also welcomed many to stay in their home over the years.
Greg had a remarkable ability to problem solve and rarely encountered an issue he couldn’t tackle. This, mixed with his experience on the ranch and in construction, earned him the position of ranger at BYU Aspen Grove. As a ranger, Greg took on a wide variety of tasks, including new construction, remodeling, plumbing, electrical work, snow removal, and machinery repair. He also played a key role in the inspiration and building of the "Cowboy Village”, a life-size mock-up designed to captivate the imagination of Aspen Grove's guests. His unwavering positivity, generosity, and kindness made him a beloved figure at Aspen Grove. Over 26 years he formed deep and lasting friendships while working together in the mountain family camp.
Greg had an infectious smile and was a master of gentle tease. His children and grandchildren will cherish memories of his playful teasing and joker-like responses. The older ones will fondly recall the "bucking bronco" rides, where he would get down on all fours, making them squeal with laughter until they fell off and begged for another turn. He had a special bond with the babies, often singing silly songs and speaking in a made-up language that only they seemed to understand. Grandpa's love and unique ways certainly made him an unforgettable part of their lives.
Greg and Cindy served a senior mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as Facilities Management Specialists in the New York/Pennsylvania historic sites mission. Greg’s wide array of skills were put to use, including repairing the pavers surrounding the priesthood restoration monument, and fixing the original exterior doorframe of the Grandin Building where the first copies of the Book of Mormon were printed. They worked tirelessly to keep the visitor and missionary housing sites well maintained. Greg’s love for the Lord was also reflected in his service as a temple worker, putting in multiple shifts a week in his later years.
Greg is survived by his wife Cindy; seven children: Shad (Audrey) Black, AZ; Tara (Chris) Smith, TX; Natalie (Spencer) Graves, Springville; Errick (Jordan) Musgrave, CO; Megan Miller, Pleasant Grove; Hayley Black, Orem; and Ryan (Lauren) Black, Provo; 19 grandchildren; sisters: Connie (Dan) Finlayson, Payson; Shauna (Val) Christensen, AK; Camille (Garr) Ovard, Sandy; and sister-in-law, Carol B. (Wain) Palmer, Washington; brothers: Creston (Becky) Black, Antimony; Lance (Michelle) Black, Mapleton; and brother-in-law, Glen (Margaret) Weeks, Taylorsville.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Burns and Mona Black; his older brother, Rodney; and older sister, Dianne.
A funeral service to celebrate the life and legacy of Greg will be held Saturday, June 8, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. in the Grand View 16th Ward chapel located at 1260 West 1150 North in Provo. Viewings will be held at the chapel Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. and Saturday from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Following the luncheon, the funeral procession will then drive to the Antimony Cemetery for a short graveside service at 5 p.m., prior to interment.
Funeral Directors: Magleby Mortuary, Richfield, Salina and Manti. Online guestbook at www.maglebymortuary.com
Provo/Antimony
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved Gregory King Black, at age 71. Greg passed away from a rare and aggressive cancer on May 31, 2024.
Born July 5, 1952, in Richfield, to Burns K and Mona Lundgreen Black, Greg was taught unwavering values of hard work, sacrifice, kindness, integrity, and love starting at an early age. He brought a smile and a warmth to all who knew him, and he touched the hearts of many throughout his life. Greg exemplified the essence of dedication to the gospel of Jesus Christ and was a light and anchor to all of his children.
Greg graduated from Piute High School in 1970, after which he attended Snow College and earned an associate degree. He went on to serve an honorable 2-year mission to Finland, returning in 1975 to continue his education at Brigham Young University, where he graduated in 1978 with a bachelor’s degree in business finance.
Greg was a real cowboy, born into the farming and ranching way of life. He was also a builder from early on. He was instrumental in the construction of the beautiful Rockin’ R Ranch lodge, a place that over the last 40 years has brought families together and has been a great missionary tool. There are pictures of Greg using a chainsaw sitting in a rope chair, hanging three stories high from a crane above the top rafters of the lodge. It seemed there was little Greg feared.
Greg married Sheila Worrell in the Salt Lake City Temple in 1982. They had three children together: Shad, Tara, and Natalie, before divorcing in 1991. In 1995 he married his sweetheart, Cynthia “Cindy” Luce in the Manti Temple. Cindy brought into the marriage two children from previous marriages: Errick and Megan; and Greg and Cindy had two more children together: Hayley and Ryan; and fostered Julia Musgrave. They also welcomed many to stay in their home over the years.
Greg had a remarkable ability to problem solve and rarely encountered an issue he couldn’t tackle. This, mixed with his experience on the ranch and in construction, earned him the position of ranger at BYU Aspen Grove. As a ranger, Greg took on a wide variety of tasks, including new construction, remodeling, plumbing, electrical work, snow removal, and machinery repair. He also played a key role in the inspiration and building of the "Cowboy Village”, a life-size mock-up designed to captivate the imagination of Aspen Grove's guests. His unwavering positivity, generosity, and kindness made him a beloved figure at Aspen Grove. Over 26 years he formed deep and lasting friendships while working together in the mountain family camp.
Greg had an infectious smile and was a master of gentle tease. His children and grandchildren will cherish memories of his playful teasing and joker-like responses. The older ones will fondly recall the "bucking bronco" rides, where he would get down on all fours, making them squeal with laughter until they fell off and begged for another turn. He had a special bond with the babies, often singing silly songs and speaking in a made-up language that only they seemed to understand. Grandpa's love and unique ways certainly made him an unforgettable part of their lives.
Greg and Cindy served a senior mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as Facilities Management Specialists in the New York/Pennsylvania historic sites mission. Greg’s wide array of skills were put to use, including repairing the pavers surrounding the priesthood restoration monument, and fixing the original exterior doorframe of the Grandin Building where the first copies of the Book of Mormon were printed. They worked tirelessly to keep the visitor and missionary housing sites well maintained. Greg’s love for the Lord was also reflected in his service as a temple worker, putting in multiple shifts a week in his later years.
Greg is survived by his wife Cindy; seven children: Shad (Audrey) Black, AZ; Tara (Chris) Smith, TX; Natalie (Spencer) Graves, Springville; Errick (Jordan) Musgrave, CO; Megan Miller, Pleasant Grove; Hayley Black, Orem; and Ryan (Lauren) Black, Provo; 19 grandchildren; sisters: Connie (Dan) Finlayson, Payson; Shauna (Val) Christensen, AK; Camille (Garr) Ovard, Sandy; and sister-in-law, Carol B. (Wain) Palmer, Washington; brothers: Creston (Becky) Black, Antimony; Lance (Michelle) Black, Mapleton; and brother-in-law, Glen (Margaret) Weeks, Taylorsville.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Burns and Mona Black; his older brother, Rodney; and older sister, Dianne.
A funeral service to celebrate the life and legacy of Greg will be held Saturday, June 8, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. in the Grand View 16th Ward chapel located at 1260 West 1150 North in Provo. Viewings will be held at the chapel Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. and Saturday from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Following the luncheon, the funeral procession will then drive to the Antimony Cemetery for a short graveside service at 5 p.m., prior to interment.
Funeral Directors: Magleby Mortuary, Richfield, Salina and Manti. Online guestbook at www.maglebymortuary.com
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