Debra Gregory Honors a Life of Love, Loss, and Service in Her Upcoming Memoir

Debra Gregory’s life has been shaped by service, a path she shared with her late husband, Captain Michael Gregory. As a dedicated advocate for U.S. veterans, Michael helped countless service members transition back to civilian life. Their shared commitment to compassion and community laid the foundation for Debra’s mission to serve others and honor his legacy.

Debra built her life around compassion, resilience, and public service. Her late husband was a U.S. military veteran who dedicated his post-service years to supporting fellow veterans, offering mentorship, reintegration support, and advocacy for mental health care.

After the loss of her husband, Debra faced profound grief but she chose to act. Channeling her pain into purpose, she founded a nonprofit organization dedicated to serving the underserved, focusing on vulnerable individuals often overlooked by traditional systems.

Her mission is clear: to offer support, dignity, and resources to those in need, continuing the spirit of service she and her husband shared.

‘Someday I Told You I'd Write This’ began as a promise Debra made to her late husband, a vow to one day share their story. The book took years to complete, shaped by moments of reflection, emotional hurdles, and deep personal truth.

It offers readers an honest look into Debra’s life, love, loss, and transformation. More than a memoir, it serves as a tribute to her husband and a source of healing and inspiration for anyone fighting grief or searching for purpose.

The book delivers universal lessons on resilience, service, and healing. Through Debra’s honest reflections, readers witness the strength it takes to face grief, the power of rebuilding after unimaginable loss, and the importance of using your life to uplift others.

It also emphasizes the impact of giving back, preserving legacies, and staying grounded in compassion. With a voice that is both vulnerable and empowering, Debra’s story inspires readers to find purpose in pain and reminds them that storytelling itself can be a powerful force for change.

Debra’s work extends beyond the pages of her memoir. Through her nonprofit efforts, she actively provides resources such as food, housing support, and emotional care to individuals who are often forgotten by society. Her story serves as a call to action for communities to look deeper, lead with empathy, and support causes that create lasting change.

A Memoir with a Mission

Debra’s memoir, Someday I Told You I’d Write This, is a tribute to love, loss, and purposeful living. Her journey from grieving widow to nonprofit founder reflects a powerful transformation that turned personal tragedy into a life of public service.

Through each chapter, she invites readers to walk with her through the moments that defined her strength, shaped her compassion, and continue to drive her mission to uplift those in need.

As Debra writes, “Sometimes the pain we survive becomes the purpose we live for.” Her story is a reminder that even in our darkest moments, we can create light for ourselves and others.