Gregory Lynn Bump

Gregory (Gregg) Lynn Bump, 72, of Sugar Hill, Georgia, passed away on January 19, 2024. He was born on December 23, 1951, in Pontiac, Michigan. Gregg was a kind, caring, humorous, generous, loving, affable, and lovable man who was a friend to everyone he encountered.He was known for his giving nature and comedic wit, and was loved by all.

Gregg is survived by his beloved wife, Lynn, his son Kenny, his daughter Julie and son-in-law Ben, his grandchildren Charlie and Bodie, his brother Gary and sister-in-law Barbara, his niece and nephew Chris and Amy, niece Leigh Ann, niece and nephew Will and Jessie, sister-in-law Dianne, many nieces, nephews, cousins and a large, loving Bump family. He was preceded in death by hismother, Irene Bump, and his father, Kenneth James Bump.

Gregg attended Sylvan Hills High School in Atlanta, GA, graduating in 1969. He furthered his education at Brevard College in Brevard, NC and then at Southern Polytechnic in Kennesaw, GA, where he pursued a degree in mechanical engineering.

Gregg proudly served in the Army from 1971 to 1972 and was a valued member of the military community.

Throughout his career, Gregg worked as a mechanical engineer at the International Paper Company in Mobile, AL, and the Olin Corporation in Brevard, NC. He later became a custom home builder in North Carolina and Georgia. Gregg was also the co-owner and operator of Cumming Sign Company in Cumming, GA.

In his free time, Gregg enjoyed attending collector car shows all over the country, where he showcased his passion for classic cars and made some of his greatest friendships.

A Celebration of Life memorial for Gregg Bump will be held on February 26, 2024, from 2 to 5PM at Gwinnett Church, located at 300 Peachtree Industrial Blvd., Sugar Hill, GA.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the American Legion or Toys for Tots, two organizations that were close to Gregg's heart.

Gregg Bump will be dearly missed by his family, friends, and all the lives he touched. He was truly a friend to all who had the privilege of knowing him. May his kind, jolly and loving soul rest in eternal peace.