Gregory Eugene Speer passed away peacefully at his Fort Peck home. The home filled with years of memories and love with his wife. Greg loved his home in Fort Peck and he wouldn’t have wanted to be anywhere else in his last days.
On June 11th, 1951, Greg was born in Conrad, MT to Robert and Dorothy Speer. He was the middle of three siblings. His childhood was filled with moves across Montana as his father was a highway patrolman. He grew up enjoying horses, motorcycles, and swimming. He enjoyed hunting and fishing with his family. He would even go with his mom, Dorothy, if his dad was working. Greg graduated High School in 1969 from Simms, MT.
On December 21st, 1973, Greg met the love of his life, Rose, at a Christmas Party on the Glasgow Airbase in Saint Marie. After hitting it off, they spent New Years Eve together, shortly after took a trip to Yellowstone together, and the rest became a long history of love. Greg and Rose married on June 27th, 1975. In their 46 years of marriage, Greg and Rose built a life together in the Glasgow/Fort Peck area, known by many in the community.
In 1979, Greg and Rose became parents to Zebulon “Zeb” Speer and became a family of three. Greg loved being a father and was proud to share his interests and hobbies with his son. Sharing many good times hunting, motorcycle riding, and uncountable hours in the water. Greg and Zeb shared a passion for swimming, snorkeling, and scuba diving. Greg’s happiness sharing these experiences with Zeb, could only be met with the experiences he got to share with his grandson, Ocean. He was ever so proud to see Ocean hunting, swimming, and dirt bike riding, carrying on the Speer traditions.
In 1991, Greg attended the Law Enforcement Academy and became a reserve deputy, Valley County deputy & DES Coordinator, and the chief of police in Fort Peck, MT. He retired from law enforcement in 2006. While Greg enjoyed his time in law enforcement, he really loved his time teaching scuba diving privately in Fort Peck for nearly 15 years. He was able to teach many locals how to scuba dive. He even helped start the Prairie Diver’s Club in Glasgow. Greg also spent much of his time as an avid volunteer. He spent years as the head of the Fort Peck Volunteer Fire Department; 20 years as an EMT for the ambulance service in Fort Peck; and helped originate the Valley County Search and Rescue. Once Greg retired from both his law enforcement and scuba teaching, he went to work part-time as DES coordinator for Phillips County until his passing.
Greg clearly had many passions and enjoyed many activities. He loved outdoor activities of course. He loved good food and trying new things. He loved his pets and especially his dogs. He found his faith in God and was recently growing in spirituality. Most of all though, he enjoyed his family. Watching his grandson, Ocean, do anything was the highlight of his life.
Greg was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Dorothy Speer; and his brother, Duke Speer.
He is survived by his wife, Rose Speer; his son, Zeb Speer and his wife Cedar, and their son Ocean; his sister, Debra and her husband Alex; his cousin, Marc, and other cousins; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Greg will be deeply missed by his family and friends. We will always cherish the good memories and times spent with him.
Cards can be sent to Rose & Family at: 37 Millionaire Mile, Glasgow MT 59230
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Gary and Donna says
Rose and family, I am so sorry for your loss!
Diane Larsen says
Rose, I am so sorry to hear of Greg’s passing. Sending thoughts, prayers and hugs to you and your family.
Ted and Netty McIntyre says
Rose, so very sorry for your loss. Prayers to you and your family in this difficult time….
Cindy and Jeff says
So sorry for your loss. Our deepest sympathies to Rose and family.
Rick and Bea Stellflug says
Rosie and family,
We are sorry for you loss, but know you have many wonderful memories to draw from for strength! May GOD grant you his peace!
Rest in Paradise, Greg!
Lynne Malnaa says
So very sorry Rose and Family. Many fond memories of those Law Enforcement days. May you fine Peace in your memories
Lynne and Myron Malnaa and family
Debby cornwell says
So very sorry for your loss rose. Greg was a great mentor in EMS
Marisa Brockmier says
Rose, I am so sorry to hear this terrible news. My prayers are with you and your family. RIP Greg.
Jeff Alsberg says
So sorry Rose and family for your loss, we are just a stone throw away if you guys need anything and we will see you soon , Jeff and Simone
Diana Robinette says
Greg you were one of kind. Our many talks and watching over my 2 children and being a
close friend with Glenn. Condolences to your family.
Joy Johnson says
Rose, I’m so sorry for your loss. You guys were the perfect couple. R.I.P. Dear Greg.
Dixie Shephard says
Rose my deepest sympathy to you and your family. i lived next door to the Speer family at the Base and have many memories of Greg and Duke. May my father in Heaven be with you at this time. Dixie (Virts) Shephard
Joyce and kelvin says
So sorry Rose and family, our thought and prayers are with you all through this difficult time.
Karen(Campbell) Rickman says
Greg was bigger than life. So many memories of fun and family. Thoughts and prayers are with you Rose, Zeb and Debra as your hearts heal. Love you all.
Shelley Mills says
Rose and family, I’m so sorry for your loss. I enjoyed knowing Greg for many years as I was one of his scuba students in the early 90’s. I will miss his laughter and his brilliant pearls of wisdom. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Arlie Gordon says
Rose, My deepest condolences on hearing of Greg’s passing. May he RIP. Prayers and hugs.
Arlie Gordon says
Rose, My deepest condolences on hearing of Greg’s passing. May he RIP.
Lisa Baxter says
Greg was one in a million. We were blessed to know him. Matt will never forget Greg teaching him to scuba dive.
Craig says
Sorry to hear about Greg!s passing. He was a good friend and brother in the LORD Jesus.
Skip Zaborowski says
Rose and Zeb so sorry for your loss. Prayers for you family.
Yvonne Johnson says
ROSE, I AM SO VERY SAD AFTER I HEARD THE SAD NEWS. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY,
Terry and Sandy Archambeault says
Rose, our hearts and prayers are with you and your family. Greg will be missed by so many. We are so thankful to have had him as a teacher for our scuba diving! Such a good man.
Paul Dostert says
Rose, I am so sorry to hear about Greg. He was in my first YMCA scuba class in 1982 in Glasgow, and was so instrumental in organizing our “Prairie Divers” club and later became an excellent instructor. His dedication to the search and rescue dive team is a great legacy to the community. His sense of humor, and underwater agility and leadership skills were admirable. RIP Greg!
Kristi Shipstead (Rohde) says
Rose, so sorry for your loss. Greg contributed a lot to the Glasgow community.