Gregory Slocum

On Tuesday, September 12th the world lost a giant as Gregory Slocum suddenly passed but peacefully at home. Greg (or Pepa to his grandchildren) was known for his sharp wit, sense of humor, storytelling, and immense heart. A native of Albany, Greg grew up on South Allen Street as a devoted brother to Drucinda, Brian, Jonathan, Kevin, and Debbie. Greg graduated from the Vincentian Institute Albany in 1976. After graduating Greg embarked on a cross-country journey with his brother Kevin and several of his pals - a trip that would become the origin of many of his most entertaining stories. After returning to Albany, Greg received a degree in Public Administration from Hudson Valley Community College in 1988. Greg began working for the Albany City Water Department in 1991, and one year later married his beloved wife Tracy to whom he was a loving husband for 31 incredible years. Greg retired from the Water Department in 2018, to focus on his life as a devoted dad and cherished grandfather. Greg was an avid reader, a diehard New York Yankees and New York Giants fan, and a lover of all his family pets, he loved to make everyone laugh, but his greatest joy in life was spending time with his wife, children, and grandchildren. Predeceased by his parents Marjorie and Ronald, and siblings Kevin and Debbie, Greg is survived by his wife Tracy, 3 loving children, Jordan Meed, Ryan Slocum, and Conor Slocum and his four grandchildren Ziana Dunzelmann, Vivianna Dunzelmann, Kyleana Dunzelmann, and Koa Dunzelmann. Additionally, his brother Brian and wife Linda Slocum of Tucson AZ, sister Drucinda and husband Thomas Woodman of Rockland ME, Jonathan and wife Mary Slocum of Nashua NH, niece Jan’nine Pinkney of Las Vegas NV, many nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews, a great-grandniece, and lots of friends. Greg was larger than life, and his absence will leave a hole in the hearts of all who loved him. Honoring Greg's wishes, there will be a private prayer service for his family. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to The Northeastern New York Chapter of the American Red Cross, 33 Everett Rd, Albany NY 12205.

Gregory Slocum

July 28, 1958 - September 12, 2023