Honoring the Life and Legacy of Gregg Downey

Honoring the Life and Legacy of Gregg Downey

May 25, 1961- November 18, 2024

Gregg Steven Downey, 63, passed away on November 18, 2024, in Mesa, Arizona, following a sudden and unexpected brain aneurysm. Born on May 25, 1961, in Seattle, Washington, to Jim and Joanne Downey, Gregg grew up in Beaverton, Oregon, before moving with his family to Lenoir, North Carolina, where he discovered his passion for golf at Cedar Rock Country Club.

A 1979 graduate of Sunset High School, Gregg earned a golf scholarship to Portland State University, where he graduated with a degree in Business Administration. He was a two-time All-American in 1985 and 1986, the captain of the PSU Golf Team, and an accomplished golfer who won numerous tournaments throughout his career.

In 2011, Gregg channeled his love for the game into founding Cause & Effect Golf in Scottsdale, Arizona. Through his teaching and coaching, he inspired golfers of all skill levels to find joy and success in the sport he loved so deeply. Known for his generous spirit, entrepreneurial drive, and zest for life, Gregg left a lasting impact on everyone he met.

Gregg is survived by his son, Logan Downey; stepdaughter, Miranda Derheim; brothers, Chris, Brett, and Brad Downey; and his beloved grandchildren, Declan and Dylan Derheim.

Gregg passed peacefully surrounded by his family. They have found solace in his final act of selflessness as an organ donor, saving the lives of two Arizona women. His legacy of generosity and love will forever be remembered by his family, friends, and the golf community.

Memorial Services:

Mesa, AZ: December 14th, 2024 10:00am, Red Mountain Community Church, 6101 E Virginia Street, Mesa, AZ 85215

Portland, OR: January 18, 2025, 1:00pm, Rock Creek Country Club, 5100 Neakahnie Ave, Portland, OR

Contributions to assist with funeral and end-of-life expenses are appreciated. Any contribution, no matter the size, will make a meaningful difference. Thank you for helping us honor Gregg’s memory and his life of passion, generosity, and love.

Please check this fundraising page for updates and contact Miranda Derheim if you have any specific questions.