Gregory Lee Blunt, born 8/22/1949, departed 8/19/2014. Best friend and loving husband of 42 years to Diane (nee Schumacher) Blunt. Devoted dad of Chris (Jenny), Brenda (Jim), Tim (Renee), and Greg (Julie). Proud Pop of Megan, Lauren, Morgan, Jenna, Emma, Jacob, Ryan, Kyle, Jamie, Julia, and Kendall, with a twelfth grandchild on the way. Admired brother of Gary (Bernie) Blunt. Brother-in-law to Tom/Kathy, Jane, Mary/Ernie, and Joe/Debbie. Step-brother of Craig. Special friend to Kathy Scott and family. Godfather to Laura, Kelly, and Kristin. Also survived by aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and many friends. Greg was born in South Milwaukee, WI, the first child of Thomas and Audrey Blunt, who have preceded him in death. He attended school at St. John's and later graduated from South Milwaukee High School in 1969. Greg served in the United States Army from 1969-1971, with a 14 month tour of duty in Vietnam. He married his high school sweetheart Diane in 1972, and settled down in St. Francis, WI where they raised their four children. He was a respected police officer with the St. Francis Police Department, retiring as a Sergeant after a nearly 30 year career. Greg was a devoted family man and a hands-on father and Papa. Having been active in football and baseball in his youth, he mentored his children and later his grandchildren in many different sports. After his retirement, he spent much of his time babysitting his grandchildren and attending their activities. He would often drive from place to place within a given day, trying to attend as many of his grandkids' events as he could. He also cared for both of his parents and his stepmother Betty through illness and infirmity. He had a great appetite for life, and enjoyed many celebrations with family and friends. He loved to cook. He had many special signature dishes that will be remembered, not the least of which the Thanksgiving turkey and the accompanying morning phone call that "the bird is in the oven!" His family will especially remember all of the special trips and vacations shared, especially the summer vacations spent in Eagle River, WI. Memories of campfires, boating, skiing, and spending time together by the lake will be cherished. Visitation for Greg will be held on Sunday, August 24, 2014, 2:00-6:00 PM, Service of Remembrance at 6:00 PM. Mass of Christian Burial on Monday, August 25, 2014, 10:00 AM at Divine Mercy Parish, 800 Marquette Avenue, South Milwaukee, (Please meet at church at 9:50 AM). Interment and military honors at Holy Sepulcher Cemetery. In Lieu of flowers, memorials to the American Cancer Society would be appreciated. Heaven is for Real, and we know that our Pop is there! Prasser-Kleczka Funeral Home South Suburban Chapel 6080 So. 27th Street Milwaukee, Wisconsin 414-282-6080