Charles "Chuck" Lee Gregory

Charles “Chuck” Lee Gregory, age 65, of Fort Wayne, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, February 19, 2026, at his residence.

Chuck was born on January 22, 1961, in Mansfield, Ohio. He graduated in 1979 from Clear Fork High School in Bellville, Ohio. He continued his education at North Central Technical College in Mansfield, earning an associate degree in political science and administration. Mr. Gregory served his country honorably from December of 1978- March of 1987 with the Ohio National Guard in Mansfield, OH.

Chuck’s dedication to serving and protecting others was a lifelong commitment. He proudly served from January 1988 – June of 1993 as a deputy with the Collier County Sheriff’s Office in Naples, Florida. He later worked alongside his father at RIA-Sonitrol Security Systems as Director of Customer Services. Chuck then retired after serving from June of 2003- November of 2010 as a police officer with the Mt. Dora Police Department in Mt. Dora, Florida, where he was honored multiple times as Officer of the Year.

Outside of his career, Chuck found great joy in the outdoors. He loved landscaping, tending to his yard, and helping neighbors with projects. He had a giving heart and was always ready to lend a hand to anyone in need. He dearly loved his cat, Missy, and treasured the companionship she brought him.

Chuck loved his family, and all his siblings will greatly miss his grin, jokes, and sarcasm he always brought. He greatly admired his dad and followed suit in many of his life’s footprints.

Chuck shared a special bond with his brother, Jon, and his close friend, Pete. Together they enjoyed golfing, following sports, playing ping pong, and creating lifelong memories filled with laughter and friendship.

Chuck will be remembered as a good, honest man, with a wonderful sense of humor, who deeply loved serving his community and whose dedication to others was evident in all he did. His legacy of service, kindness, and integrity will live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved him.

Survivors include:

Stepmother, Carol Gregory.

Brother, Jon A. and Deb Squires.

Brother, Danny R. and Laura Gregory.

Sister, Kelly and Joe Mercado.

Sister, M. Renee and Doug Riegel.

Nieces and Nephews, Sarah Ozdemir, Steve Squires, Deputy Drew Moser, Deputy Kevin Moser, Jase Riegel, Jennifer Gibson, Danelle Gregory, Hailey Gregory, Leslie Mercado, and Officer Bryan Mercado.

6 Great-Nieces and Nephews.

Ex-wife and friend, Susan Schaaf.

Chuck was preceded in death by his parents, C. Ray Gregory and Joanna Gregory, and birthmother, Bonnie Croxall.

There are no services scheduled at this time and a celebration of life will be held at a later date.

Arrangements and care entrusted to Hess Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Fort Wayne, IN.