It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Gregory Peckham, also affectionately known as dad, grandpa, Walking Eagle and Master Lummox. He arrived in this life on June 11, 1946, in Lake City Michigan, and sadly departed on December 1, 2024, in Pompano Beach Florida.
Greg was a larger-than-life person both physically and in spirit. He was cherished by his children and adored by his grandchildren.
Knowing Greg would be described as a wild experience. Someone who loved life and lived the fullest until the end. He was a true character; some may say the funniest craziest person they had ever met.
He dabbled in the oil industry but was best professionally known as a manufacturer of shoes, self-declared as the Shah of Shoes. He led his companies in Wisconsin, the Dominican Republic and China. One of his proud achievements in the Dominican Republic was philanthropic work organizing medical treatment for children.
As a teen he attended St. John’s Military Academy in Delafield, WI. He was promoted to Battalion Staff. The Commandant told his father at the time, “He’s a good leader, we just don’t know where he’s leading them to”.
He attended college at St. Norberts in De Pere, WI. This is where he met his wife Pamela of twenty-five years, with whom he started a loving family in Green Bay. From there his career took him throughout the country and foreign shores. He spent his retirement years in Michigan and Florida.
He was a true pro in engaging not only in his children’s lives but the entire neighborhood, ensuring no one was ever left out of the fun. He never lost touch with his inner child, keeping the same practices with his grandchildren.
One of his greatest qualities was his ability to bring people together. His vibrant, positive energy was contagious and made him the life of the party.
Preceded in death, father and mother Robert and Lola Peckham, brother Robert II, and sisters Dawn Bishop and Mary Fritz.
Survived by his children Annie (Malcolm) Smith, Patricia, Emma, and Robert Peckham. Grandchildren Hailee, Malcolm, Valerie, Shannon, Makenzie, Lola, Rebel and Bryan. Siblings Terry Peckham, and sisters Marsha Bowers and Janice Dietrich along with several nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews.
Join us in celebrating his life on Saturday December 14 from 2:00 – 6:00 PM at Boyd-Panciera Family Funeral Care 1600 North University Drive Pembroke Pines FL 33024.
For those unable to attend, we are offering LIVESTREAMING of the service on Saturday December 14, 2024 starting at 3:00PM. The link to attend virtually is on the Boyd-Panciera Family Funeral Care Facebook page at: BOYD-PANCIERA FAMILY FUNERAL CARE LIVESTREAM.
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Denise Harnish and Mike Dvorak
December 7, 2024, 11:04 pm
Mike and I are so very sorry to hear that Greg suddenly passed away. He seemed invincible.
We will attend virtually. Much love to his family.
Bill and Janis Dietrich
December 7, 2024, 11:39 pm
We mourn the death of our baby brother. May he rest in peace.
Greg was the cherished (by his mother and father) Baby Boy .
On the first day of kindergarten he told his teacher that his name was
“ God Bless “. He continued his life with this as his legacy.
His children were his treasure and his grandchildren were God’s gifts.
The two of us were sometimes at odds, but we agreed that family is Number one and we followed our parents’ example to support the Democratic Party.
I will miss pushing his buttons, planting trees at the Knurt, liking and forwarding his political posts, his family updates, and sassy talking about our siblings or with our siblings about him..
Our love and sympathy to his family.
Dana Simmons
December 8, 2024, 3:17 am
My condolence to the whole Peckham family,he wasn’t just a Dad and a grandpa he was a second dad to me and my little brother,my parents didn’t have a lot of money but Greg and the whole Peckham family would always welcome us with open arms into there house for dinners,pool party’s and his amazing adventures unfortunately we live in NC,but we would’ve definitely been there I pray for the the whole Peckham family and yall will be with me in my thoughts and prayers.🙏🏻🙏🏻RIP Greg
Margo Remington
December 8, 2024, 4:09 am
Greg was one-of-a-kind. He had a larger than life personality with a heart to match. My deepest condolences to his children and his grandchildren on their loss. Life will be less fun without Walking Eagle in it, but may his memory always bring a smile to your face.
Andrew & Olga Barclay
December 8, 2024, 11:17 am
Please accept our sincere condolences for your profound loss. May you find peace and comfort during this difficult time. May you find solace in the support of friends and family.”
BROTHER TERRY
December 8, 2024, 4:00 pm
HE HAD A PHOTO GESTURE THAT WELL GO DOWN IN INFAMY
shannon peckham
December 10, 2024, 2:14 am
god, i dont even know where to start. its been a little over a week since we found u in my bathroom, and it still doesn’t feel real. idk of seeing u on saturday is gonna make me feel better or worse. anyways, let me stop making this abt me. my grandpa greg was the funniest, kindest, and most generous guy that was always the life of the party. he offered only his love and support for his kids, grandkids, other family, and friends. whether you needed advice, some corny t-shirt, or a shoulder to cry on, you knew that you could depend on him. i loved our trips to michigan, walmart, and ofc chilis which was our favorite. not to mention driving the truck on the farm, buying stupid shit just because, tubing, and cracking eachother up by reading stupid dad jokes out of that book. tbh, life just isn’t the same without you…but ik that you would want me to live my best life, even when you’re gone. i promise to honor your legacy, and although you’ve passed, you will never be forgotten. rest in peace grandpa 🪦🙏🏻 i love and miss you 💗💐
Awilda Lugo
December 11, 2024, 7:03 pm
My deepest sympathy to the entire family and friends of Greg. He was a nice man, friendly and funny. I know he was very much loved by his family. May your memories of him continue to bring joy to your 💕 hearts always.
Katie, Maggie, Ruari & Peggie Haggerty
December 13, 2024, 3:16 pm
We are sending all of our condolences. The memories of Greg visiting my dad were always a whirlwind of excitement. He was the best of friends and never let him down. From overtaking a radio station and dancing with Lady Bird Johnson in college to traversing Ireland in their 60’s, to a madcap 70th birthday party throughout Chicago, there was never a dull moment between the two of them. They fired each other up and always left an indelible memory on anyone who dared to cross their path. His kindness, heart and overwhelming sense of good emanated deeply and wildly from him in everything he did. We will miss them both dearly.
Eric Peckham
December 14, 2024, 1:58 am
It’s with deepest sympathy that we have come together here to honor Greg’s memery. He was a memorable inspiration to me in my youth. From the Peckham olympics, to teaching me how to play chess (of course he never let me win). He let me drive underage on the farm and would always make me laugh. He called me out of the blue when I was a First Segeant in the Army and he pretended to be a general officer. Scared me shitless for a couple minutes till he blew his cover story and I figured it out. He sent me whiskey and cigars when I was deployed to Iraq. He was larger than life, and will be missed. However, he will always be remembered!
Laura ferguson
December 14, 2024, 11:23 am
Although our time together was short I’m very privileged to have met your crazy self!
Bridget Kennedy (Niece)
December 14, 2024, 6:36 pm
Dearest Uncle…we nay have not seen each other often but when we did..I always have amazing memories…I will hold those close.🩷 No one can do a Tarzan call like you! Give a great big hug to my mom (Dawn) and the rest of the family…You truly will be missed by all….xoxo
Bridget Kennedy (Niece)
December 14, 2024, 7:31 pm
Dearest Uncle Greg…
We may have not seen each other as often as we should have,but when we did we created the mist amazing memories that I will hold close to my heart….You will truly be missed by all and never forgotten ❤️..say hello to my mom. 《Dawn》 and to the rest of the family…xoxo
Alex Lawton
December 14, 2024, 9:41 pm
“Mr. Peckham” was like a cartoon hero when I was a kid. Loud and funny and energetic for sure. Wonderful guy with some kindness gestures that went more than the extra mile. A void is left for sure. Lived him and his family back in the day and wishing them all well at this time.
Patricia P
January 6, 2025, 3:14 am
This is Trish the dish Trish you wish Trish the bitch slanted.n.surreal@gmail.com trishpeckham@hotmail.com wish Trish yooooo. Keep on rocking in the free world. 2025.