Donald L. Gregory, 71, Lincoln, died on Friday (7-17-09). Donald was born 1/20/1938 in Newark, Ohio to Mike and Thelma (Horner) Gregory. Director of General Studies at UNL from 1987 until his death. Donald's department received five National and five All-University awards. Professor of English Literature at UNL from 1967-1992. PhD from Ohio State 1967; MA from Ohio State 1962; Graduate Assistant from 1960-1967; BA from Bucknell University, 1960. Attended all grade levels and graduated from Granville High School, Granville, Ohio. He was a fan of sports car racing and attending SCCA auto cross events with his sons.

Family members include: sons and daughter-in-law, Eric M. (Rhonda M.) Gregory, Paul E. Gregory, all of Lincoln; brother and sister-in-law, Richard F. (Lynnette) Gregory of Columbus Ohio; Grandchildren: Ian, Sydney, Jack Gregory. Preceded in death by parents, one brother, Thomas H.

Memorial Services are Pending with Roper and Sons Funeral Home. No visitation/cremation. Condolences and personal reflections may be left at roperandsons.com