Gregory Bottelberghe

I really liked working with Greg at HBCI and I'm so sorry to hear about his passing. I will greatly miss him. He was a good friend and exihbited such personal and professional integrety and kindness. I will certainly include his family in my thoughts and prayers.Terry Neilson

Greg and I worked together on Dugway and I just heard today about his passing. I was so deeply saddened by the news. He wasa genuinely nice man; always very sincere, quiet and thoughtful. Please accept my condolences. I hope that the wonderful memories you madewith him willhelpyou through this time of grief.

You WILL be Greatly missed BERG !

I worked with Greg at Dugway for some years. In an occasionally intense workplace, working with Greg made people feel better. We miss him!

Don & Marie & Family,So sorry for your loss. We send our sympathy and prayers. God Bless, Leo & Alice Kohler Family

Youve sacrificed many soarable days for us, to ensure we safely fly off the mountain tops.But today is your day.Its now our turn to carry your glider to launch, as theres a special thermal that has your name.Theres no time to waste, as this thermal cant be missed.This thermal will be one that goes beyond your wildest flying dreams youve ever had.Well patiently wait by your side, and safely hook you into your glider, as you had done for us so many times before.Well wait together for this last, once in a life time breeze. And you will recognize this all too familiar mountain wind when it comes, for it has taken you skyward countless times before.You see the desert wind rolling up the mountain side, and smell natures fresh blend of pine, pinyon and sage.The pine trees now come to life, as they dance under the afternoon sun, waving their limbs, as if asking you to come out and play.The wind brushes against your face, assuring you by the muffled sounds you hear through your helmet this is the one.Your glider lifts effortlessly above your shoulders, pointing perfectly down the mountain.Your fingers begin to relax, and your grips begin to loosen around the down tubes.Your adrenaline becomes a sense of calm and youre filled with serenity.Very few can understand why the birds sing, but you know their song well, as you have sang it many times before.The clouds are now popping skyward over the desert, and you can see the hawks circling thousands of feet above at their destination, cloud base. They have reached the top of their thermal, but your flight will be much better.You had left your vario and oxygen at home, as you will never need them again.This will be the flight of your life, and it will be one thats turbulent free. Clearly, bragging rights material, without the 30 day expiration date rule that weve always had.This day is your special day to fly high, and farther than you had ever imagined.Its now our time to get you safely off launch and for us to sit back and watch you fly this mountain one last time, alone.The sky is yours my friend, and this thermal is not to be shared with anyone.You must now go as Your Driver is patiently waiting for you on the other side.With the faint sound of your distance voice we can hear you say softly for one last and final time, clear. Launching.Thank you, Berg, for the good times and memories.You will always be in our hearts.Till we meet again..."Grin!"

I am truly blessed to have had a friend like you in my life...

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When Greg started to work with us I quickly realized that he belongs to a group of the nicest people I have ever met. After 6.5 years of working as a team on numerous projects we were just getting ready for the next assignment Greg departed. Departed but not forgotten. My sincere condolences to the Bottelberghe Family.

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Greg and I were high school friends from Marshall's Class of 1976. After reconnecting via Facebook, in the past few years, he shared about his love for his wife and children + their families (and his love of hang gliding!). Every now and then, he would send me a family photo and run down the names and ages of all, as well as share about everyone's recent life adventures. Sometimes, Greg would write, "Grin!" That was his way of sharing his trademark smile across the miles.Love, hugs, and prayers to Greg's family and friends,Lidia (Garrison) Schulzetenberg

good by ol friend, RIP

"Grin," was his trademark.

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Gods blessings for strength and love as you share those cherished memories at this difficult time. Greg was one of two people who still called me Sis. Hugs

I am sorry for your loss. Greg and I grew up together. Don and Marie let me stay with them during the many snowstorms we had we were in grade school. One particular memory I have is hill climbing with all the boys on our motorcycles. Greg had a TC185 Suzuki that had electric start. When the rest of us would kill our bikes trying to climb hills and have to kick start them, Greg would look at us and smile and hit his electric start. I'll never forget that smile! I wish I could be there to celebrate his life, but I will not be able to make it. I pray you will all get through this remembering all the joy Greg gave to us all!

I'm glad that I was able to meet Greg when I moved from TN several years ago. He was very helpful at getting me oriented to the new area and making me feel welcome with the hang gliding group. Greg was a wonderful asset and will truly be missed by those that knew him.

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You will always be in our hearts. Fly high my friend.