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Gregory Bilyeu Obituary

"To everything there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven. A time to be born, and a time to die. A time to weep, and a time to laugh; a time to mourn, and a time to dance." Ecc. 3: 1,2 & 4. Born, February 10, 1952, in St. Louis, Mo., the eldest child of James Norman Bilyeu and Laura LaRue Rustin Bilyeu. Greg died May 4th after suffering for years with Parkinson's Disease. Greg lived in St. Louis, Sedalia, Mo., Jefferson City, Mo., Des Moines, Iowa, before becoming a "southerner" after moving to Monroe, La. He diligently worked hard and obtained an Eagle Scout award. He graduated from Neville High School in 1970. Attended Northeast University in Monroe before moving to Baton Rouge to LSU where he graduated in 1974. Greg was in ATO fraternity. He graduated from LSU law school in 1978. After practicing in BR for several years he moved to the quaint town Bellingham, Washington, to practice maritime law where he grew to love the scenic beauty of the Pacific Northwest. Greg loved exercising, history and music (he could have won Jeopardy!). He loved his cat Raja! and loved The Hobbit book series, the super heroes, Harry Potter and Bruce Lee. He was passionate about Japanese Martial Arts and obtained a black belt in 1989, and was a member of Capital City Karate club and enjoyed his friendships he made there. Greg loved his classic cars; his BMWs and his "children" his two Jaguars 1970 & 1971; and most likely they were as expensive to maintain. Greg was a kind and loving soul, witty, quiet, reserved and private like his mother. Being the older brother he was quick to step in to try to assist any of us with legal, financial, or especially nutritional advice! It's not quantity when it comes to friends, it is quality and Greg had the best with friends Jim and Pan Evers from Washington. Having been friends since Jim taught him history at Northeast; they convinced him to move to the Pacific Northwest. When he moved back Baton Rouge due to illness he received weekly letters, cards and always pictures from the Evers; and Leo Berggreen coworker, close friend and his personal attorney, who offered daily prayers and frequently checked on Greg and handled legal issues. Survived by sister Carol Trimble and husband Chris; brother Randall Bilyeu and wife Rhonda, sister Amy Bilyeu and brother David Bilyeu. Nieces and nephews; Tasha Callahan and husband Travis, Kristen Chapmand and husband Will; James Devall and wife Angela; Natalie Johansson and husband Kurt; Joshua Barber; Rachel Moore and husband Doug; Lindsey Bilyeu; and Evann Bilyeu; 6 great-nieces and 3 great-nephews. Memorial donations to Michael J Fox Parkinson's Foundation; or The Pearl of Jamestown, Baton Rouge. Pallbearers: Chris Trimble, Randall Bilyeu, David Bilyeu, Will Chapman, Jake Devall and Joshua Barber. Honorary Pallbearers: Jim Evers, Leo Berggreen and Robert Earl Berggreen. We like to mention some of the wonderful people that helped us tremendously on this journey; Shirley Charles, Ella Lollis, Bridget Johnson and Natalie Johnson for the dedication and years of helping with Greg. Thank you also to his wonderful Neurologist Dr. Rebecca Whiddon whose time, concern and care was so appreciated. To the loving and caring people at the Pearl of Jamestown; Special hugs to Roslyn and Sharon. Thank you St. Joseph's Hospice especially Ursula. Service is May 16, Wednesday, at Green Oaks Funeral Home, 9595 Florida Blvd., Baton Rouge; visiting from 12-2pm with service and burial following.

Published by The Advocate from May 11 to May 16, 2018.
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Greg is out of pain and now has perfect joy and beauty in heaven.
Rosemary

May 17, 2018

So sad to have not shared time and memories with Greg before his passing. Have the best memories of time and laughs shared with him. Will forever be a part of me.

S R

May 16, 2018

So sorry to hear about Greg my prayers are with you

Sal Gennuso

May 16, 2018

I will always remember Greg as a very dear friend since college. I had no idea he had moved back to Baton Rouge and devastated to learn of his passing. He lived life to the fullest and always spoke lovingly of his family.
Heaven has another angel.

Judge Annette LASSALLE

May 16, 2018

To the family,I'm so sorry for the loss of your love one, may the loving support of your family, friends and prayers sustain you through this very difficult time.2nd. Corinthians 1:3

May 16, 2018

What a lovely tribute. Remembering the life, love and legacy of Gregory.

K.T.

May 16, 2018

See you at the great dojo in the sky.

Juliette

May 15, 2018

A good man, and a fellow lawyer, and fellow "karatista" in our day.

Walter Smith

May 14, 2018

May I offer my condolence for you loss may the God of all comfort and tender mercy be with you at this most challenge time.

Barbara

May 12, 2018

My deepest sympathies. May the "God of all comfort," help to ease the pain of your grief during this time.(1 Cor 1:3,4,,,

May 12, 2018

Please know that others share your grief and pray that the God of all comfort sustain each of you during your time of mourning.

J C

May 11, 2018

The Best Friend I Ever Had.

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