Gregory William Vibbert

Gregory William Vibbert, age 26, a lifelong resident of Bend, Oregon, died unexpectedly in a tragic motorcycle accident in Eastern Oregon on September 26th. Greg is survived by his mother, Dorothy L. Vibbert, his father, Terry J. Vibbert, his brothers Terrance J. Vibbert Jr. and Clayton Paul Manz Vibbert. He is also survived by his grandmother Flo Britto and several aunts, uncles, cousins and his dog, Yogi. Greg was born on October 5th, 1991 to Dorothy and Terry Vibbert. He graduated from Bend High in 2010 and went on to attend College of the Siskiyous. After being offered a full-ride scholarship to the University of Montana-Western, he opted to transfer to Whitworth College in Spokane, Washington where he graduated with a Bachelors Degree in Sociology and Criminal Justice. He worked as a Community Justice Specialist for Deschutes County, and previously as a Correctional Officer at Tillamook Youth Correctional Facility and a Case Manager at J Bar J Youth Services. Greg was a hardworking, dedicated and accomplished athlete. He was a starting offensive lineman, right tackle, on the Bend High School football team and helped lead them to an Intermountain Conference Championship in 2010. He also participated in the Track & Field program where he threw the shotput and discus. Greg went on to play five seasons of football in college, two at College of the Siskyous in California and three years at Whitworth College in Washington. He always gave 100 percent, was masterful at overcoming obstacles and was a truly devoted player. Greg always had a playful spirit, with an infectious laugh and eternally optimistic. He always had a smile on his face and a unique, heartfelt expression that brought warmth and joy to others. He loved his family and loved sharing time with his friends. He was selfless and always ready to put aside his own inclinations to be the first person to assist others. He was a leader, well respected and loved by the youth he worked with. Greg was the example of kindness and humanity that we all aspire to - he was a true inspiration to us all. A Celebration of Life is scheduled at the Bend High Auditorium at 1:00 pm on Saturday, October 6th, 2018. There will be a reception following at the Vibbert residence on 60953 Platinum Drive, Bend, Oregon. All donations will go to set up a scholarship in Gregs Memory. Funeral Home: Niswonger-Reynolds Funeral Home 105 NW Irving Ave Bend, OR US 97701

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Gregory William Vibbert

October 5, 1991 - September 26, 2018