Rose Marie COOK, 1935 – 2023, age 87, formerly of Murrysville, passed away Saturday, Feb. 18, 2023, at Greensburg Care Center. She was born May 22, 1935, daughter of the late Albert and Gertrude Gillespie in North Braddock. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her brothers, James Gillespie and Albert “Snuffy” Gillespie; a daughter, Bobbi Lynn (David) Bedell; and a son-in-law, Roger Ireland. Rose Marie enjoyed traveling, especially her trips to Ireland and Switzerland and her yearly trips to Florida. She was proud of her career as a real estate agent in the eastern suburbs of Pittsburgh. Rose loved living in Murrysville, feeding “her” birds, working in her yard and spending time with friends and family. Rose is survived by four children, Linda Ireland, Teresa (Scott) Perrin, Richard (Amy) Cook and Rebecca (Allison) Kassebaum. Rose also had 13 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Visitation 9 to 10:30 a.m., Saturday, March 4, 2023, at Hart Funeral Home, Murrysville, at which time Parting Prayers will be held at the funeral home. A Funeral Mass followed at 11 a.m. at Mother of Sorrows Parish. Interment will be private.
Mrs George B DAVIS, d/o Robert & the late Martha Gillespie. On Saturday, Mary Ella, wife of George Davis, died at the age of 43 years. She lived at Lewis Mils, above Downington. OBIT: Daily Local News, April 9, 1906.
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Ada C Gillespie 1857 – 1893 Eldersville Cemetery, Alleghany Co, PA
Adeline Gillespie, death Dec 16, 1911. Burial Leverington Cemetery, Roxborough, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Agnes Hines Gillespie, birth 1884. Death 1951. Burial Oakmont-Verona Cemetery, Oakmont, Allegheny, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Agnes Johnston Gillespie Nov 1860 – 1932 Allegheny Cemetery, Lawrenceville, PA
Albert J Gillespie death March 30, 1935 Sturgeon, Pittsburgh area, PA
Albert J Gillespie 1869 – 1935 St Patrick’s Cemetery, Noblestow, PA
Alfus Gillespie death June 23, 1887 Blair Co, PA
Alexander Gillespie from Michigan, admitted April 6, 1968, death April 7, 1968 ? Poor Farm Cemetery, Butler County Home, PA, age 91.
Anabel Gillespie 1879 – 1930 Church Hill Cemetery, Wilkins Twp, Allegheny Co, PA
Andrew Gillespie May 27, 1834 – Jan 27,1929 Prospect Cemetery Brackenridge, PA Col f F 123rd PA Infantry Cav. Emma A Dawson, wife of Andrew Gillespie Dec 25, 1844 – March 6,1917
Andrew Gillespie death 1929 Allegheny Co, PA
Anita Gillespie, 86, of Ellwood City passed away Monday, November 19, 2018 at UPMC Passavant Hospital. Born March 23, 1932, in Ellwood City, she was the daughter of the late, Floyd W. and Anita D. Ewing Frishkorn. She was married to Don Gillespie who passed away in 1997. Anita graduated from Lincoln High School in 1950. She retired from the Ellwood City Hospital after 27 years of service. She had previously worked at Calgon for four years. Anita was a member of Christ Presbyterian Church. She enjoyed quilting and going on vacations and cruises. Her most cherished time was spent with her grandchildren. Survivors include three daughters, Debbie (Teral) Stevens of Washington, Sharon (Gary) Dixon-Brytczuk of State College, Pa. and Lee Ann (Craig) Brown of Ellwood City; two sons, Craig Gillespie of Ellwood City and Tim Gillespie of Chippewa; a sister, Dolores Boydell of Ellwood City; 14 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a brother, Floyd Ewing and brother-in-law, Don Boydell. Visiting hours will be held on Friday November 23 from 2 p.m. until the time of the funeral service at 6 p.m. at the MARSHALL FUNERAL HOME, 200 Fountain Ave., Ellwood City. Her pastor, Rev. Tod Custer will officiate the service. Interment will follow in Locust Grove Cemetery.
Anna Gillespie 1874 – 1944 Robinson’s Run Cemetery, McDonald, PA.
Anna Gillespie death Aug 31, 1944, nee Thomasky, at Hyatsville, MD, Pittsburgh, PA
Anna J Gillespie 1877 – 1902 next to Mary T Schippert. St Michael’s Cemetery, Pittsburgh, PA
Anna M Gillespie death July 28, 1951 Terentum, Allegheny Co, PA
Anna M Gillespie 1865 – 1951 Bull Creek Cemetery, West Deer Twp, Allegheny Co, PA
Anna M Gillespie 1903 –1985 Bull Creek Cemetery, West Deer Twp, Allegheny Co, PA
Anne B Gillespie, 90, died Friday, March 21, 2008. She was the wife of Frank Gillespie with whom she celebrated their 68th wedding anniversary on October 29, 2007. She was a Licensed Practical Nurse at the former St. Joseph’s Hospital. She attended Kreutz Creek Presbyterian Church. She was very active with painting, quilting, crafts of all types, traveling, cruising, gardening, and enjoyed her grandchildren. Surviving, in addition to her husband, are three sons, Frank (Kay) Gillespie, III, of Fort Collins, Colo., Roderick Gillespie of Scotland, and Keith (Annette) Gillespie of York; eight grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; one brother, John Kashewick of Cloister, N.J.; and one stepsister, Olga Nichols of Bayonne, N.J. The memorial service was held at the Chapel of St. John’s Herr Estate, 200 Luther Lane, Columbia, on Tuesday, March 25, 2008. at 2 p.m. with Pastor Marion Hayes-Weller and Pastor Thomas D. Hartman officiating. Private interment followed at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery.
Anne C Gillespie, (Gavaghan) 1925 –2012, age 87 of Lafayette Hill PA, died Wednesday (11/28) in the Luther Woods Rehab Center in Hatboro.. She was a Retired Office Manager For The Van Horn And Metz Co. Mrs. Gillespie was born in Phila., PA, the daughter of the late Anthony and the late Hannah Elliot Gavaghan. Wife of the late Francis X. Gillespie who died in 2006. Mrs. Gillespie was a proud graduate of Little Flower High School in Phila. She was a past President of the Mothers Club at LaSalle College H.S. and was a member of Saint Philip Neri Church in Lafayette Hill. She also was a former member of the Church Phillipians Social Group. For many years the Gillespie family summered together in Sea Isle City ,NJ and in later years in Bethany Beach Del. She is survived by one daughter: Nancy Anastas (Michael) of Oaks, PA two sons: Anthony "Tony" Gillespie(Kathy) of Huntingdon Valley, PA., Francis X. "Buzz" Gillespie Jr.(Myrna) of Dover, DE one sister: Mary McGlynn of Dresher, PA 5 Grandchildren,1 Great Grandaughter, She was also predeceased by a sister- Jane Dante. Friends called Saturday 21/1/12 from 9:30-11 AM at Saint Philip Neri Church, 437 Ridge Pike, Lafayette Hill, PA.. Funeral mass was held at 11:00 am Burial in the Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Cheltenham.
Annie Gillespie death Sept 2, 1935. Nee Daughtery. Northside Pittsburgh, PA.
Annie Mason Quigley Gillespie, wife of Rev John, born in Warren, Ohio Nov 5, 1841, died in Pittsburgh, March 13, 1875 Allegheny Cemetery, Lawrenceville, PA
Anthony Gillespie, birth 1853. Death 1886. Burial Saint Edwards Cemetery, PA
Anthony Gillespie, birth August 22, 1873. Death July 28, 1910. Burial Cathedral Cemetery, Scranton, Lackawanna, Pennsylvania, United States of America
April Renee Gillespie, passed suddenly Monday, April 4, 2022, surrounded by loved ones. She was born May 17, 1974, in Washington, to Charles Zelenka and Virginia Earlywine. She was preceded in death by her mother and stepfather, Virginia and Joseph Earlywine of Mooresville, N.C.; her sister, Bernadette Bonato of Pennsylvania; and uncle, Roy Reese of Arizona. She is survived by her loving husband, William Gillespie of Salisbury, N.C.; daughters Ashley and Samantha Gillespie; as well as grandsons, William and Wyatt; father and stepmother, Charles and Louella Zelenka of Washington; mother-in-law and father-in-law, Kay and Oscar Foster of Salisbury; brother, David Volk of Spencer, N.C.; sister and brother-in-law, Valerie and Darrel Bowland of Cannonsburg; and many many loving aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.
April attended Trinity High School in Washington and graduated from Florence High School in Arizona. She loved visiting her family in Pennsylvania, going to Kennywood, wearing Trinity Hillers hoodies, playing with her grandsons, her four boxers, and taking trips to the North Carolina mountains! She ran her own business selling Mary Kay Cosmetics and enjoyed meeting new people!
April worked for the RSSS as a nutrition specialist for Erwin Middle and West Rowan elementary schools and enjoyed every smile and hug from the children and even staff at school. April was a very loving and kind, and looked for the best in people and life. She will be forever missed!! A celebration of life, in her honor, was held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 30, at the McNeely Shelter at Sloan Park in Mt. Ulla, N.C.
Arthur Gillespie death Feb 15, 1901 Grandview Cemetery, Johnstown, PA
Arvilla Gillespie death June 30,1942, Sarver, Allegheny Co, PA.
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Barbara Gillespie death July 16, 1946 Blair Co, PA
Barbara Lewis Gillespie, birth April 7, 1887. Death July 15, 1946. Burial Oakland Cemetery and Mausoleum, Indiana, Indiana, Pennsylvania, United States of America. Maiden name Lewis.
Blanche D Gillespie 1908 – 1969 same stone as Walter M, Bronze. Bull Creek Cemetery, West Deer Twp, Allegheny Co, PA
Bob Gillespie 1896 – 1978 Jefferson Memorial Park Cemetery, Pleasant Hills, PA
Bob W Gillespie Jr 1921 – 2006 s/s Gertrude Jefferson Memorial Park Cemetery, Pleasant Hills, PA
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Camilus Gillespie death Oct 2,1959 Blair Co, PA
Carl Michael Gillespie death Nov 3, 2003 Grandview Cemetery, Johnstown, PA
Professor Carmen Gillespie of Bucknell University, Lewisburg, Pennsylvania, died Aug 30, 2019. Professor of English, and founder/director of the Griot Institute of Black Lives & Cultures.
Carole Bradley Gillespie, birth 1939. Death Sept 23, 2015. Burial Magnolia Cemetery, Philadelphia, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Catherine Byrnes Gillespie death Jan 18, 1927 Blair Co, PA
Catherine R Gillespie death Dec 10, 1938 Blair Co, PA
C B Gillespie death 1907 Allegheny Co, PA
Cecil Gillespie death 1899 Bucks County, PA
Celena M Gillespie April 16, 1914 – Jan 23, 2006, same stone as John B Gillespie.
Charles Gillespie death Dec 12, 1940 Pittsburg, PA
Charles Gillespie death Aug 7,1947 Aspinwall, Allegheny Co, PA
Charles “Chuck” ‘Budz’ Harrison Gillespie, Jan 6, 1981. Death July 21, 2007. Burial Atwood Cemetery, Atwood, Armstrong, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Charles Edgar Gillispie 1882 – 1947 Prospect Cemetery Brackenridge, PA
Charles F Gillespie, “Chas”, Wednesday, December 7th, 1921 – Sunday, January 19th, 2020
Charles F. “Chas” Gillespie
Chas was a Navy World War II veteran, avid bowler, painter of pictures for family and friends, and enjoyed going to the casino and racetrack. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus Council #285 for over 50 years and a past president of the Holy Name Society at St. Pamphilus Church. Family and friends were welcomed at the Beinhauser Family Funeral Homes, 2630 West Liberty Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15216, on Tuesday, January 21, 2020, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. and Wednesday, January 22, 2020, from 2:00-4:00 p.m. and 6:00-8:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial celebrated at St. Teresa of Kolkata Parish, St. Catherine of Siena Church, on Thursday, January 23, 2020, at 11:30 a.m. Interment at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies at 1:30 p.m.
Charles N Gillespie Sept 21, 1928 – Nov, 18 1997 St Anne’s Cemetery, Castle Shannon, PA
Chloe Gillespie, birth July 24, 1903. Death August 1969. Burial Greenmount Cemetery, York, York, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Christina Faith George Gillespie, birth Dec 7, 1964. Death August 12, 2007. Burial Whitemarsh Memorial Park, Ambler, Montgomery, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Clara Gillespie death March 1, 1947 St Johns’ Evangelical Lutheran Cemetery, Pittsburgh, PA. See Peter
Cora E Gillespie death Dec 1916 age 30, The Beaver Cemetery & Mausoleum, Beaver, Beaver Co, PA
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David Gillespie death July 3, 2012 Blair Co, PA
David Blair Gillespie 1872 – 1963 Bull Creek Cemetery, West Deer Twp, Allegheny Co, PA
Della Thompson Gillespie 1880 – 1959 Bull Creek Cemetery, West Deer Twp, Allegheny Co, PA
Dolores (Murray) Gillespie, Greensburgh, Pennsylvania. July 17, 1929 – December 15, 2022. Age 91, She was born in Washington, a daughter of the late Arthur and Bernice Tucker Murray. Dolores was a retired payroll supervisor for the controller’s office of Westmoreland County. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, James Gillespie, Sr. and her brother Arthur Murray, Jr. She is survived by her three sons, James Gillespie Jr. (Jackie), of Greensburg, Thomas Gillespie, of Pleasant Unity, and Tim ‘T.O.’ Gillespie (Kim Safran), of Greensburg; a grandson, Jesse J. Gillespie (Caileigh Bolin); several nieces and nephews and a very good friend, Betty Pomponi. At Dolores’ request, all services were private. Entombment was in St. Clair Cemetery, Greensburg. Arrangements by the Clement L Pantalone Funeral Home,
Donald Allen Gillespie, born Sept 22, 1932, of Media, PA and a long time resident of center city Philadelphia, peacefully passed away on August 24, 2019, age 86, at Paoli Hospital from complications of heart and kidney failure. Born in Twin Oaks, Upper Chichester Township, PA, he was the beloved partner of Michael K. Liller who had predeceased him. He was the beloved son of the late Alexander L. Gillespie and Dorothy V. (nee Bothell). As one of five sons, he was the brother of Clarence J, and Edward W. of Harrington, Delaware and was predeceased by Robert and Alex.
Don was a graduate of Media High School. Following graduation, he worked at the General Steel Castings Corporation in Eddystone, PA before joining the United States Marine Corps in 1952 serving as a small arms proof technician. He served at Camp Le Jeune, North Carolina, and also in the “Birdcage” which contained nuclear warheads before being honorably discharged in 1956. He worked at General Electric as a Contract Administrator until his retirement. After retirement, Don was able to expand on his love of travelling and photography. He travelled to all seven continents including Antarctica. Don’s wishes were to have a graveside service and it was held at the Edgewood Memorial Park in Glen Mills, PA on September 4, 2019 at 11:00 A.M.
Donald James Gillespie passed away on February 1, 2020, surrounded by family and friends. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend. Don grew up in Olney and attended St. Helena grade school and Cardinal Dougherty high school. Upon graduation from high school in 1967, Don entered the US Marine Corps — in what would become a defining moment in his life. Don arrived in Vietnam in February 1968 near the start of the epic Battle of Khe Sanh. Two regiments of marines were badly outnumbered by soldiers from the North Vietnamese People’s Army of Vietnam. The Marines, with the help of America’s air support, maintained the base at Khe Sanh for 5 months. Over 1,500 Americans perished in the siege and another 7,600 were injured. Don was wounded during the battle and spent many months recovering in the hospital. He returned to danger in Vietnam upon completion of his initial 12-month deployment to rejoin his Marine comrades there. He was the recipient of two Purple Hearts and remained a proud Marine his entire life.
After returning from the war, Don spent his career in law enforcement. He joined the Philadelphia Police Department in 1974. He worked for the Philadelphia Police Department for 25 years, initially in West Philadelphia’s 16th District and then in police transit. He was a K-9 officer and also worked in plainclothes. Later, he became a detective and worked in the sex crimes unit. He was a dedicated champion for abused women and children and received many awards and commendations. After retiring from the Philadelphia Police Department, Don went to work for the state of Pennsylvania where he continued his detective work investigating sex offenders. He was the first detective hired by the state to enforce Megan’s Law. He retired in May 2015 after 16 years with the state.
Don had a lifelong love of baseball and coached for over 20 years for the Chestnut Hill Fathers Club. He enjoyed traveling and riding his Harley once the weather warmed up. Don was a strong man with a kind, gentle spirit. He was known for his generosity and quick wit. He adored his grandchildren. He will continue to be cherished by those who loved him. He is survived by his loving wife Judy Feighery, his four children Donald Gillespie (Lori), Jennifer Vogel (Adam), Matthew Gillespie and Benjamin Gillespie, five grandchildren and five step children. He is also survived by his brother George Gillespie and sister Patricia Gillespie. Service was held at St. Genevieve Catholic Church, 1225 Bethlehem Pike in Flourtown, Pa., on Saturday, February 8, 2020. Visitation began at 9:00 am with Liturgyfollowing at 10:30am. Interment at Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, VA.
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Earl Gillespie death April 6, 1964. Mt Airy Cemetery, Natrona Heights, PA. See Mabel E.
Edward C Gillespie, 63, of 101 North Main Street, Spring City, who died in Phoenixville Hospital on Friday morning, will be conduct in the Nelson Funeral Home, 331 New Street, Tuesday morning at 11 oclock. Internment will be at Zion’s Cemetery. Son of the late Thomas D and Amelia Engle Gillespie, he was born in Pottsville, but lived in Philadelphia before he came to Spring City eight years ago. His wife, SAdie Gillespie died two years ago. Surviving are a brother William Norristown; and three sisters: Mrs Herbert Hilgrove, Wayne; Mrs Thurman Witmer, Easton; and Mrs Earl Diehl, Cressona. OBIT Interborough Press, July 7, 1955.
Edward C Gillespie, 1881-1955. Husband of Sadie Mosteller. Sadie Helen Mosteller 1883-1953. Daughter of John B & Mary Carl Mosteler, PA
Eleanor Moon Gillespie Sept 18, 1818 – March 10, 1988 (error in date) Jefferson Memorial Park Cemetery, Pleasant Hills, PA
Elenore A Gillespie 1870 – 1936 Bull Creek Cemetery, West Deer Twp, Allegheny Co, PA
Eleanore Gillespie death Feb 13, 1936 Tarentum, Allegheny Co, PA
Eliza J Gillespie, died Nov 12, 1878, age 65 years (b 1813) New London Presbyterian Church Cemetery, PA
Elizabeth Gillespie obituary Sept 1,1890, Manor Stn, Pittsburgh, PA.
Elizabeth Gillespie death Dec 26,1930 Blair Co, PA
Elizabeth Collins Gillespie 1869 – 1930 Allegheny Cemetery, Lawrenceville, PA
Elizabeth M Gillespie, Cyrus J & Rose no dates, St Patrick’s Cemetery, Noblestow, PA
Ellen Gillespie – see John
Ellen A Gillespie death Feb 13, 1936 age 65, Tarentum, PA
Elva Gillespie death 1910 Allegheny Co, PA
Emma Gillespie death June 28, 1926 Blair Co, PA
Emma Dawson Gillespie death 1917 Allegheny Co, PA
Emma Dhans Gillespie 1908 – 2010 same stone as Patricia Gillespie, St Patrick’s Cemetery, Noblestow, PA
Ernest L Gillespie 1932 – 1967 Chartiers Cemetery, Allgeheny Co, PA. Chartiers Vet
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Faith Gillespie death Feb 12, 2002 Blair Co, PA
F E Gillespie death Dec 16, 1853 Blair Co, PA
Florence H Gillespie Feb 23, 1908 – Nov 12, 1986 Allegheny Cemetery, Lawrenceville, PA
Francis J Gillespie death Sept 8, 1941 Blair Co, PA
Frank Gillespie death Feb 23, 1988 Blair Co, PA
Frank A Gillespie death Jan 20, 1921 Pittsburgh, PA, age 36.
Franklin Gillespie, died Feb 8, 1877 age 71 years (b 1806)New London Presbyterian Church Cemetery, PA
Frederick S. Gillespie, On March 1, 2023, Frederick S. Gillespie, 81, went home to be with the Lord surrounded by his family. Heaven gained a kind, compassionate soul, and this side of Heaven will never be the same. He was born in Erie, PA on November 24, 1941, the son of the late Sherman L. and Doris (Stolz) Gillespie, and his love of starting a conversation and the gift of telling stories, time and time again, will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
After graduating Academy High School, Frederick enlisted in the United States Air Force and served for four years and was stationed in both in Washington, D.C. and Alaska. Shortly after returning from serving his country, Fred met the love of his life. In fact, he saw her from across a room while she was working at Erie Infants Home. Only after four months of meeting, Fred married his love, Karen, and on March 25, Fred and Karen would have been married for 58 happy years. Their legacy of love set the standard very high for their children, grandchildren and greatgrandchildren.
Although he started his career at GE, Fred chose to join the family business at Gillespie Machine and Tool and remained there as the president and, later, owner until he retired. No matter if in Florida, where he and his bride became snowbirds, or in Pennsylvania, Fred always served his community. He was an avid bowler and earned the title of “Rolo,” and as a softball player, he was known as “King of the Court.” Many fond memories were created when Fred coached Little League for 11 years, and he was still called “coach” by many. In his spare time, he loved watching sports, and he was a very loyal Cleveland Browns fan. However, his favorite athletes to celebrate were his own children and later his grandsons, no matter how far MeMa and Papa had to travel. The most cherished cheer was, “Come on, Pal, be relentless!”
Frederick is survived by his loving wife, Karen, and his three children, Cindy (Stephen) Rewers, Frederick C. Gillespie (Julie) and Nathan Gillespie who will daily attempt to spread his kindness and “gift of gab.” He was lovingly referred to as “Papa” by his grandchildren Andrew Rubright (Colleen), Amanda Stoneback (Steven), Zachariah Gillespie (Tatyana), Joshua Gillespie (Hannah), and Frederick N. Gillespie (Sarah). His greatgrandchildren lovingly referred to him as “Big Papa,” and Landon, Brayden, Arie, Michael and Cate will miss you so very much. Frederick is survived by his two sisters, Linda (John) Vargo and Ann (Karl) Wollman, and he will also be missed by family members and dear friends, both in PA and in FL.
Friends and family paid their respects on Sunday, March 5, 2023, at Brugger Funeral Home located at 1595 West 38th Street, Erie, PA 16508 from 12p.m. until the time of a service at 4 p.m. with Pastor Edward Huntley officiating.
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G E Gillespie, death Dec 20, 1945 Brackenridge, Alleghany Co, PA
George Gillespie 1874 – 1945 St Patrick’s Cemetery, Noblestow, PA
George A Gillespie Oct 16, 1909 – June 8,1963 Church Hill Cemetery, Wilkins Twp, Allegheny Co, PA
George C Gillespie “Red” June 12, 1913 – Oct 21, 1986 Rosedale German Cemetery, Pittsburg, PA
George Everett Gillespie 1889 – 1945 Bull Creek Cemetery, West Deer Twp, Allegheny Co, PA
George F Gillespie 1907 – 1959 St Patrick’s Cemetery, Noblestow, PA
George F Gillespie, died Nov 21, 1911, age 64 years (b 1847 ) New London Presbyterian Church Cemetery, PA
George R Gillespie. 1927 – 1974. Father married Jan 10, 1953. Mother Lorraine T Gillespie, no dates. St Mary’s Cemetery, Sharpshill, O’Hara Twp, Allegheny Co, PA
George T Gillespie d Jan 10, 1897 aged 37, son of John & Mary J, Bull Creek Cemetery, West Deer Twp, Allegheny Co, PA
Gertrude Gillespie death Oct 6, 1975 Blair Co, PA
Gertrude H Gillespie 1920 – 1998 s s Bob. Jefferson Memorial Park Cemetery, Pleasant Hills, PA
Gleason Gillespie death Feb 1,1940 Blair Co, PA
Grace B Gillespie, wife of Oliver Sims. June 27, 2007, 81 years of age. Morris Cemetery, Phoenixville, Chester Co, PA
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Harry Gillespie death Jan 25, 1941 Blair Co, PA
Helen Gillespie death Sept 11, 2000 Grandview Cemetery, Johnstown, PA
Helen Gillespie, (nee Fagan). Age 100, of Bridgeville, on March 16, 2016. Beloved wife of the late Anthony Gillespie; loving mother of Natalie Gillespie, Monica Schallenberger, Jim Gillespie, Anthony Gillespie and the late Tom Gillespie; cherished grandmother of Donald Gillespie, Erin Gillespie, Chris Clark and Karl Otto; sister of the late John, Bill, Jim and Ray Fagan and Ruth D’Andrea, Wanda Starsoleic and Dolores Spratt. Helen was a member of Holy Child Christian Mothers. Family and friends were received on Friday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the WARCHOL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3060 Washington Pike, Bridgeville (412-221-3333). A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Saturday at 10 a.m. at Holy Child Parish.
Henrietta Gillespie 1823 – 1895 Eldersville Church Cemetery, Allegheny Co, PA . See also Nathniel and Ada C as only other Gillespies in cemetery.
Henry Gillespie death Jan 12, 1944 Saxonburg, PA
Hugh Gillespie from Donegal Twp, admitted to Poor House, Butler Co, PA Aug 23, 1948. Died Sept 3, 1948, age 65. Glebe’s Funeral Home.
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Ida Gillespie death April 27, 1988 Blair Co, PA. Maiden name Rowe.
Idella I Gillespie May 11, 1893 – Oct 6, 1985 Bull Creek Cemetery, West Deer Twp, Allegheny Co, PA
I G Gillespie, death June 23, 1887 Blair Co, PA
Infant Gillespie death July 16, 1942 Brackenridge, PA
Infant Gillespie death Dec 15,1947 Arnold, Allegheny Co, PA
Irene M Gillespie 1908 – 1974 Church Hill Cemetery, Wilkins Twp, Allegheny Co, PA
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Jacqueline “Jacki” Ann Gillespie, age 71, of West Grove, PA, formerly of Newark, DE and Derry, Northern Ireland, passed away on Thursday, October 20, 2022 at Christiana Hospital with her family by her side. A devoted wife and mother, Jacki was an avid supporter of all of the activities of her children, especially Irish dancing and soccer. No soccer game or dance competition was too far, even taking her kids to compete in places as far as Ireland and England.
Jacki was an accomplished Registered Nurse in Northern Ireland and the US. She spent many years serving the Newark Emergency Center and the University of Delaware Student Health Center where she proudly cared for many of her family members, friends, neighbors, and children’s friends. She loved working with kids. For many years she hosted elementary school children to teach them about hospitals and healthcare so that they would not be scared when going to the doctor. She taught a generation of young men and women through the Red Cross Babysitting certification, passing on her caregiving skills to local teenagers.
In their retirement years, Jacki and her husband, Frank, traveled all over the world, never missing out on a good cruise to a new place. Jacki loved cheering on her grandchildren in all of their activities, playing and watching tennis, and supporting the Delaware Feis.
Jacki is survived by her husband of 49 years, Frank Gillespie of West Grove, PA, formerly of Belfast, Northern Ireland; her daughter, Ruth Wasilefski of Palmyra, PA and her husband Brian Wasilefski; her son, Brian Gillespie of Wilmington, DE and his wife Lauren Gillespie; and her grandsons, Evan, Owen and Nolan. Family and friends were invited to visit from 4-6PM on Thursday, October 27, 2022 at the Doherty Funeral Home, 3200 Limestone Rd., Wilmington, DE. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Friday, October 28, 2022 at 9:30AM at St. Thomas More Oratory, 45 Lovett Ave., Newark, DE
Jacob Gillespie death March 30, 1934 Bakerstown, Allegheny Co, PA
James B Gillespie of Plum Borough, age 87, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Wednesday, July 26, 2023. Born and raised on the North Side of Pittsburgh on September 17, 1935. Beloved husband of 58 years to Judith (Judy) Wedmore of Oakmont, PA; loving father of Mark (Selena) and Steven (Amy) Gillespie; proud grandfather of Megan, Lauren, Austin, Paige and Sophia. Preceded in death by his siblings Robert Gillespie, Mary Jane Richards, Margaret Miller, Catherine Gillespie, and Thomas Gillespie. Jim graduated from North Catholic High School in 1953 and was drafted into the U.S. Army (1st Calvary Division) where he served in Korea during the Korean Conflict. He retired from Koppers Company after 29 years of service. As per Jim’s request, there will be no viewing. A private family service and interment was held at Verona Cemetery in Oakmont, PA with full military honors. Arrangements entrusted to English Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc., 378 Maryland Ave., Oakmont, PA 15139.
James D Gillespie 1900 – 1974 St Anne Cemetery, Castle Shannon, PA
James E. Gillespie, 89, of Harrisburg, passed away Sunday, July 1, 2018 at his home, surrounded by his family. Survived by his wife of 60 years, Jane C. Gillespie; 2 sons, Michael Gillespie (Rene), of Harrisburg and Joseph Gillespie (Blake), of St. Petersburg, FL; 2 daughters, Terrie Davis (Doug), of Etters and Gail Gherardini (Stephen), of Harrisburg; 8 grandchildren, Rebecca, Dana, Donald, James, Matthew, Garret, Andrew and Samuel; a great-granddaughter, Casey. Jim worked in the airline industry as a flight engineer; an aircraft mechanic and retired from the Mechanicsburg Naval Depot. He served in the US Navy, and served as a honor guard in the World War II Fallen Serviceman Repatriation Program and served on the USS Manchester. He was a member of St. Catherine Laboure Catholic Church. Mass of Christian Burial celebrated 11:00 AM Friday, July 6, 2018 at St. Catherine Labourer Catholic Church, 4000 Derry St., Harrisburg. Burial at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery.
James G Gillespie 1825 – 1889 Allegheny Cemetery, Lawrenceville, PA
James R Gillespie, wife Marie Francoise Alvina Dupont. She was born Sept 15, 1884 and was from Crevans, Haute-Saone (70), Franche-Comte, d/o Claude Joseph Dupont and Emille Adele David. Marie and her brothers immigrated from France before 1897. James died 1977 Pittsburgh, Allegheny Co, PA, Calvary Cemetery. Their children daughter Ann and son Alvin.
James Wesley Gillespie Aug 29, 1897 – Aug 4,1964 South Side Cemetery, Pittsburgh, PA
Jane Gillespie d Feb 16, 1858, age 66 yrs, wife of Samuel. Bull Creek Cemetery, West Deer Twp, Allegheny Co, PA
Jane D Gillespie 1926 – 2003 same stone as Phillip R Gillespie, Holy Angels Mausoleum, Resurrection Catholic Cemetery, Coraopolis, PA
J J Gillespie death Jan 19, 1921 Pittsburgh, PA.
John Gillespie, Ellen Gillespie, no dates, St Joseph’s Cemetery, Sharpshill, O’Hara Twp, Allegheny Co, PA. Father, Mother.
Rev John Gillespie, D.D, Feb 26, 1839 – Feb 16, 1899 Allegheny Cemetery, Lawrenceville, PA
John Gillespie death 1919 Allegheny Co, PA
John Gillespie death May 24, 1950 New Kensington, PA
John Gillespie, birth 1872. Death 1961. Fairview Cemetery, West Catasauqua, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
John B Gillespie, death Feb 7, 1848. Prospect United Methodist Cemetery, New Park, York, Pennsylvania, United States of America
John B Gillespie Dec 30, 1907 – Jan 27, 1956 same stone as Celena M Gillespie. WORLD WAR II flag.
Dr John E Gillespie died June 29, 1872, age 29 years (b 1843). New London Presbyterian Church Cemetery, PA
John F. Gillespie, Jr., age 77, of Wildwood Crest, passed away on March 18, 2023. Born at Will Rogers Air Force base in Oklahoma City, OK, John was raised in Philadelphia PA and was an alumni of North Catholic High School. He met his wife on a trip to New York City and they were married within a year and decided to start a family. John was a dedicated family man. As a result, he coached his boys in any sport they wanted to play. Over the years he coached his boys in soccer, baseball, and basketball. He also watched from the stands when he was done coaching in those sports as well as football and swimming. His love of sports did not end there. He played softball for the St. Albert the Great team, he had season tickets to the Eagles with his sons and friends , was a Phillies fan and would make sure to attend his grandchildren’s games and events.
John was an electrician with the IBEW Local 98 and a member of the St Albert the Great Council #7925 Knights of Columbus. Beloved husband of Cheryl (nee Caris). Loving father of John P. and Michael (Tricia). Devoted grandfather of Daniel (fiancé Mary Kate), Christopher, John B. and Patrick R. Dear brother of Robert (Kathleen), Thomas (Sharon) and Patricia (James) Kane. Relatives and friends were invited to offer Condolences to his family from 9:15 – 10:30 AM on Tuesday April 11, 2023 at St. Albert the Great Church, 212 Welsh Rd, Huntingdon Valley. Funeral Mass 10:30 AM.
John G Gillespie d Jan 26, 1955 St Mary RC Cemetery, Pittsburgh, PA. See also Margaret
John J Gillespie Nov 13, 1813 – July 17, 1866 Allegheny Cemetery, Lawrenceville, PA
John L Gillespie 1860 – 1899, Father, Bull Creek Cemetery, West Deer Twp, Allegheny Co, PA
John W Gillespie death Jan 5, 1904 age 56, Kittanning, PA
John W Gillespie, birth January 1838. Death 1910. Prospect Hill Cemetery, York, York, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Joseph J Gillespie death August 1942 age 78, The Beaver Cemetery & Mausoleum, Beaver, Beaver Co, PA
Joseph M Gillespie 1855 – 1862 Allegheny Cemetery, Lawrenceville, PA
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Kenneth Gillespie 1916 – 1988 Church Hill Cemetery, Wilkins Twp, Allegheny Co, PA
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Lavina Gillespie death 1927 Allegheny Co, PA
Lavinia J Gillespie 1864 – 1927, Mother, Bull Creek Cemetery, West Deer Twp, Allegheny Co, PA
Lavinia Lavene Gillespie death 1924 Allegheny Co, PA
Lela Roelle Gillespie, birth 1898. Death 1953. Burial Woodlawn Cemetery, Wilkinsburg, Allegheny, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Lorraine T Gillespie – See George R
Loretta Ann Hill Gillespie, May 13, 1966 — May 6, 2020, Philadelphia, PA, USA. On Wednesday, May 6th, 2020 Loretta Hill Gillespie loving wife of Frederick Gillespie Jr and mother of Daniel Gillespie, died suddenly at her residence at the age of 53. Loretta was born on May 13th, 1966 in Philadelphia, PA to Francis and Loretta (Brandes) Hill. Loretta grew up in the Holmesburg section of Philadelphia with her sister Michelle (Walsh) and brother Matthew. She attended St. Dominic’s Catholic School and graduated from St. Hubert’s Catholic High School in 1984. Loretta worked as office manager for her father’s business, Hill Furniture Carriers, located in Bridesburg section of Philadelphia. Later in her career she worked for Roadway Express. Recently she worked for the City of Philadelphia Health Department at “Health Center 6”, 4th and Girard Ave.
he married her husband Frederick Gillespie in March of 1994 and celebrated the birth of their son Daniel Gillespie in 2003. Loretta is pre-deceased by both her parents Francis and Loretta Hill. She is survived by her loving husband Frederick and son Daniel, as well as her stepson Michael (Lauren) and their two children, Lexi and Andrew. Loretta is dearly missed by her sister Michelle Walsh (Joseph) and her brother Matthew Hill (Megan) and her brother in laws, James Gillespie and Robert Gillespie (Maryann). She also will be greatly missed by her nieces and nephews, Madeleine, Emma, Sophie, Ethan (Walsh), Isabella and Jacob (Hill), Amanda, Christopher, and Andrew (Robert) Gillespie, and Ethan and Isabella (James)Gillespie.
Loretta was a devoted wife and mother who loved to cook and host gatherings for family and friends. She was a person to count on when you needed her help. Although she enjoyed working within the trucking industry early in her life, she really found her niche working at Health Center 6. She received a great deal of satisfaction being in a role that would allow her to touch the lives of any and every patient in need. In keeping with her character, she did not hesitate to empathize with and embrace every person who needed compassion and love. This is why she was so dear to all her family, friends and acquaintances. Watch over us now, Loretta. You are forever in our hearts.
Catholic mass and burial were held on Tuesday, May 12th, 2020 at 10:00am at Saint Dominic’s Catholic Church located at 8500 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia Pa. 19136. Burial followed at Resurrection Cemetery 5201 Hulmeville Rd, Bensalem PA 19020.
Lucinda M Gillespie death Feb 1, 1900 Blair Co, PA
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Mabel E Gillespie death June 25, 1965 Mt Airy Cemetery, Natrona Heights, PA. See Earl.
Mae R Gillespie, birth 1888. Death 1947. Burial Mechanicsburg Cemetery, Mechanicsburg, Cumberland, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Manila S Gillespie, birth May 15, 1879. Death Nov 26, 1952. Burial Edgewood Memorial Park, Glen Mills, Delaware, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Margaret Gillespie (Tibball) 1846 – 1910 Thomas G Gillespie . Prospect Cemetery Brackenridge, PA
Margaret Gillespie death July 26, 1962 nee Noble, Blair Co, PA
Margaret Gillespie July 28, 1902 – Sept 7, 1993 St Mary’s RC Cemetery, Pittsburgh, PA. See John G.
Margaret Evelyn Gillespie, the seven year old daughter of Mr & Mrs Thomas Gillespie, former residents of McDonald, died at the family home 1713 Martha Street, Munhall, PA Wed, June 17th, 1908 . Internment Arlington Cemetery
Margaret May Gillespie birth 1834. Death April 19, 1921 age 86, The Beaver Cemetery & Mausoleum, Beaver, Beaver Co, PA
Margaret Ruth Gillespie death Dec 24, 1917 Blair Co, PA – 6 months
Marjorie F Gillespie 1910 – 1992 same stone as William J, Bull Creek Cemetery, West Deer Twp, Allegheny Co, PA
Marlin L Gillespie 1918 – 1996. President of Bull Creek Cemetery Association for 36 years); Bull Creek Cemetery, West Deer Twp, Allegheny Co, PA
Marshall Gillespie death Aug 9, 1997 Blair Co, PA
Martha Weakley Gillespie, April 20, 1747. Death June 15, 1819. Burial Big Spring Presbyterian Church Cemetery, Newville, Cumberland, Pennsylvania, United States of America. Maiden name Weakley
Martina Gillespie born in Lourdes, Newfoundland on March 4, 1945, died age 64 at her home in Albrightsville, PA on May 31, 2009. She was the loving wife of James E Gillespie for 41 years. She was the daughter of Mildred (Young) Young of Stephenville, Newfoundland and the late Manuel Young. She attended St Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church in Lake Harmony, PA. She had worked as a Sales Clerk for Clothes To You Boutique in Delaware County, PA for over 10 years. She will be deeply missed by her husband James E Gillespie of Albrightsville, PA; her siblings Vi Escher and her husband James of Swathmore, PA; Glenn Young and his wife Nikki of Glenolden, PA; Cecelia Young of Brampton, Ontario, Canada; Thomas Young of Lourdes, Newfoundland; Ivan Young and his wife Theresa of Lourdes, NL; Valerie Benoit and her husband Ron of Lourdes, NL; Greta Glasson and her husband Pat of Brampton, Ontario; Ernest Young of Stephenville, NL; Reuben Young and his wife Norma of Lourdes, NL; two brother-in-law Edward Gillespie and his wife Carlotta of Folson, PA; and Lawrence Gillespie and his wife Sue of Berlin, New Jersey. A memorial service was held at the Donald N Gower Funeral Home in Gilbert, PA.
Matilda L Paulson Gillespie , wife of John, D. D., Dec 1, 1851 – March 9, 1944 Allegheny Cemetery, Lawrenceville, PA
Mary Gillespie death Sept 10, 1919. Burial Sacred Heart Cemetery Old, Jeannette, Westmoreland, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Mary Gillespie (Monnier) 1882 – 1963 Prospect Cemetery Brackenridge, PA
Mary A Gillespie death Jan 20, 1936 Jefferson St, Pittsburgh, PA
Mary A E Gillespie 1919 – 1984 Bull Creek Cemetery, West Deer Twp, Allegheny Co, PA
Mary Ann Gillespie, death 1940. Burial Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Cheltenham, Montgomery, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Marybeth Gillespie (Brennan), 72, of Lancaster, PA, passed suddenly on May 24. Survived by her husband, Russ, as well as her stepchildren, nieces, nephews, brother, in-laws and many dear friends, she was predeceased by her parents, Michael, Sr. and Patricia, sister Regina Maresco, her late husband Arthur Mittelmark. She will be be sorely missed. Services will be private. .
Mary Evangelist Gillespie (Sister) death 1926 Bensalim, Bucks Co, PA
Mary Grier Gillespie June 7, 1952 Cheswick, Allegheny Co, PA
Mary J Gillespie 1832 – 1909, Mother, Bull Creek Cemetery, West Deer Twp, Allegheny Co, PA
Mary Jane Means Gillespie death 1907, Allegheny Co, PA
Squirrel Hill psychiatrist, Mary Patrice Gillespie, was credited with helping patients during their most desperate times. A former patient phoned Dr. Gillespie during the last days of her life to tell her that she had saved his life, said her husband, Jim Gillespie.
Dr. Gillespie, who was called “Patty,” died Aug. 25 after a battle with ovarian cancer. She was 68. Mary Patrice Williams was born in Akron, Ohio, and pursued an education degree and certification as a dental hygienist from Ohio State University in 1972. She went on to earn a master’s degree in public health at Tulane University in 1975 and began teaching dental hygiene at Loyola University, where she met her future husband. The two married in June 1979.
She earned her medical degree at Tulane University School of Medicine in 1980, when she and her husband decided they wanted to move closer to their families as their own grew. “We had our daughter Sarah by that time, and we were both from the North and wanted to move closer to home,” he recalled.
Dr. Gillespie interviewed at Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic for a residency in child and adolescent psychiatry and was offered a position. What was a temporary, four-year plan developed into a lifelong love of the Pittsburgh area, Mr. Gillespie said.
Dr. Gillespie worked briefly in Mercer and Beaver counties at mental health programs before she found her niche at the Wexford and Sewickley offices of Heritage Valley Staunton Clinic, where she worked for about 25 years.
Her deteriorating health forced Dr. Gillespie to retire three years ago, but it didn’t stop her from continuing to help people. In addition to her husband, Dr. Gillespie is survived by three daughters, Sarah Gillespie of Highland Park, Rebecca Gillespie of Squirrel Hill and Liz Lang of Washington, D.C.; five sisters, Becky Talbott of Galion, Ohio, Marty Radtke of Columbus, Ohio, Sally McKechnie of Needham, Mass., Libby Bickley of Columbus, Ohio, and Lorrie Hubert, of Indianapolis; and five grandchildren. A memorial service was held Tuesday. Obit from Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, Sept 11, 2018.
Mathilda Gillespie death March 10, 1944 Houston, PA
May E Gillespie 1898 – 1979 s/s Bob, Jefferson Memorial Park Cemetery, Pleasant Hills, PA
Michael A Gillespie Oct 1,1958 Grandview Cemetery, Johnstown, PA
Michael T Gillespie 1881 – 1908 St Patrick’s Cemetery, Noblestow, PA
Mildred Gillespie death Oct 29, 2002 Blair Co, PA
Mildred A Gillespie admitted to Poor House, Butler Co, PA Feb 8, 1968. Death March 14, 1968, age 72. Pyle Funeral Home, Prospect, PA.
Minnie Howard Gillespie, w/o Thomas H, d Feb 25, 1949 Allegheny Cemetery, Lawrenceville, PA
Miriam F Gillespie Oct 7, 1944 – Dec 27, 2010 Oakdale Cemetery, Oakdale, PA
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Nathalie Neilson Gillespie, born January 1872 in SWEDEN. Died of natural causes April 23, 1945, age 73. Mt Moriah Cemetery, Philadelphia, PA. Father Jensen. Son James Leiper Gillespie 1869 – 1938.
Nathaniel Gillespie 1822. No other date. Eldersville Cemetery, Allegheny Co, PA
Nellie E Gillespie death 1915 Allegheny Co, PA
Nellie Eva Gillespie 1885 – 1915 Prospect Cemetery Brackenridge, PA
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Patricia Gillespie 1935 –1942 same stone as Emma Dahs Gillespie.
Patrick J Gillespie, 58, of Pottsville, passed way unexpectedly Oct 27 at Leigh Valley Hospital, Schuylkill, Norwegian Street. Born in Pottsville, Aug 21, 1960 he was a son of the late Raymond C and Ann Marie McKenzie Androshick, who survives him in Pottsville. Patrick was a member of the Fraternal Order of the Eagles in Pottsville. In addition to his father, he was predeceased in death by three brothers: Charles, Raymond and David Gillespie, and a sister, Diane Androshick.
In addition to his mother, Patrick is survived by his wife, Donna M. Scott Gillespie, Pottsville; two daughters, Kelly Gillespie, Hazle- ton, and Kerry Gillespie, Dingmans Ferry; three grandchildren, TJ, Ethan and Gabriella; brother, William Gillespie, Florida; two half brothers, Eddie and Mark Androshick.
A Celebration of Life service will be held at 8 p. m. Saturday at the Fraternal Order of Eagles in Pottsville. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Fraternal Order of Eagles, 16 S. Second St., Pottsville, PA 17901. Robert A. Evans Jr. Funeral Home, 208 Pike St., Port Carbon, is in charge of arrangements. (date not found)
Peter Gillespie 1887 – April 7, 1958 St John’s Evangelical Lutheran Cemetery, Pittsburgh, PA
Peter J Gillespie, November 22, 1953 – July 9, 2023. Age 69, of Bloomsburg, passed away on Sunday, July 9, 2023, a patient of the Geisinger Medical Center in Danville. Pete was a lifelong resident of Bloomsburg. Pete was born on Sunday, November 22, 1953 in Bloomsburg, a son of the late James and Marjorie (Ent) Gillespie. He graduated from Columbia Montour Vo Tech School in 1973. For over 35 years, he was self-employed as a contractor until his retirement on August 1, 2022. He was a member of St. Columba Catholic Church, Bloomsburg. He was also a member of the Bloomsburg American Legion Post 273 and Bloomsburg Elks Lodge # 436. Pete enjoyed spending his time following the Philadelphia Eagles and golfing with his friends.
In addition to his parents, Pete was also preceded in death by his son, Jonathan Gillespie in 2003. Survivors include his partner, MaryAnn Gillespie of Bloomsburg, a daughter, Julianne Gillespie and wife Sarah of Alexandria, VA, four siblings: James “Spike” Gillespie and wife Joyce of Bloomsburg, Hervey Gillespie and wife Deborah of Bloomsburg, Joseph Gillespie and wife Aom of Thailand, Marjorie Evans and husband David of New Tripoli and numerous nieces and nephews. Private graveside committal services was held in New Rosemont Cemetery, Bloomsburgh, PA. The Allen Funeral Home, Inc., 745 Market at Eighth Street, Bloomsburg is honored to be serving the Gillespie family.
Philip Gillespie death April 27, 2019 Blair Co, PA
Philip R Gillespie, no dates, same stone as Jane D Gillespie, Resurrection Catholic Cemetery, Coraopolis, PA
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Rebecca Gillespie death Jan 24, 1851 20 yrs, 9 m, daughter of Samuel & Jane, Bull Creek Cemetery, West Deer Twp, Allegheny Co, PA
Rita Gillespie death June 13, 2000 Blair Co, PA
Rita Jo Gillespie death Sept 22, 1972 Grandview Cemetery, Johnstown, PA
Robert A Gillespie death 1911 Bucks Co, PA
Robert Gracey Gillespie March 1863 – 1926 Allegheny Cemetery, Lawrenceville, PA
Robert J Gillespie, Jr, of Hazelton, PA, devoted husband, father, grandfather and brother, died peacefully at his home Tuesday. July 13, 2022. His beloved wife of 49 years, Sara “Sally” Loftus Gillespie, was by his side.
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Roseanne Gillespie, September 24, 1945 — January 7, 2022 (nee Zirpoli), 76, of Phoenixville, PA died peacefully on January 7, 2022, at home surrounded by her family. The youngest child of the late Emilio and Rose (Ficca) Zirpoli, she was born in Philadelphia in September, 1945. After attending Good Shepherd Elementary School in southwest Philadelphia, she graduated from West Catholic High School in 1963.
Roseanne is survived by her daughter Kelly (Robert McTague) and her grandchildren Katie and Paige McTague, whom she loved dearly. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, Roseanne was predeceased by her siblings Anthony Zirpoli, Vincent Zirpoli, Adeline Cannon, and Joan McGuriman.
Roseanne had an entrepreneurial spirit and always strived to do the best for her family. She will be remembered fondly for her generosity and her love of family and friends. Her smile will always shine in the hearts of all of those who knew her.
Relatives and friends visited the family Saturday, January 15, 2022 9:00-10:30 AM at The Donohue Funeral Home, 8401 West Chester Pike, Upper Darby, PA and to her Funeral Service which began at 10:30 AM at the Funeral Home. Interment will be private.
Rosella M Gillespie 1907 – 1966 St Anne Cemetery, Castle Shannon, PA
Rose Marie Gillespie, a resident of Washington, tragically lost her life in a weekend crash, May 26, 2024. She was born in Riverton, IL (Go Hawks!) one of four children of Oresti B. Fanale and Susie Z. Fanale. Rose was a member of the Immaculate Conception Church and a member of the Catholic Daughters and Christian Mothers of the church.
On May 23, 1954, she married the late Roy R. Gillespie. Rose and Roy had eight children including two sets of twins. She is survived by her four sons, Bernie (Joanne) of Killeen, TX, Rory (Judie) of Wauwatosa, WI, Steve (Susan) of Charleston, SC, and Kevin (Nancy) of New Market, MD; her four daughters, Patricia Briggs of Washington, PA, Sharon (Jack) Crites of Walkersville, MD, Karen (Don) Reese of Washington, and Diane (Mark) Smykal of Washington, PA. Rose had twelve grandsons, Patrick, Sean, Brandon, Noel, Andrew, Luke, Philip, Evan, Alex, Connor, Samuel, and Vincent; and eight great grandchildren, Silvia, Lauren, Kevin, Jack, Rowen, Enzo, Liza, and Emmajean. Also surviving are her two sisters, Alice Coady and Barbara Smith, and her brother, Vincent Fanale and his wife Amma of Riverton, IL.
Friends were received on Thursday, June 6, 2024, from 2 – 4 and 6 – 8 P.M. in the Warco-Falvo Funeral Home, Inc., Wilson at E. Katherine Ave., Washington, S. Timothy Warco, Owner/Supervisor, S. Timothy Warco II, Director, Holly Renay Warco, Director. The Christian Mothers and the Catholic Daughters recited the Rosary in the funeral home at 3:30 P.M on Thursday. A prayer service was held at 9:00 A.M. on Friday, June 7, 2024, in the funeral home followed by a Mass of Christian burial at 10:00 A.M. in the Immaculate Conception Church, St. James Parish, 119 W. Chestnut Street, Washington, PA with the Rev. Michael Peck as celebrant. Interment followed in the Washington Cemetery.
Ruth Ann Gillespie 1896 – 1981 Prospect Cemetery Brackenridge, PA
Ruth E Gillespie 1906 – 1977 Church Hill Cemetery, Wilkins Twp, Allegheny Co, PA
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Born in Spring City, a son of Charles Briner and the late Sadie Mosteller Briner Gillespie. (name lost). He had been employed as a punch press operator at the Pencoe Co, Oaks. He was a member of the Kimberton Fish and Game Association, the Pennsylvania Antique Gun Collectors’s Association, Ancient Arms and Armor Arts and Sciences Association (life fellowship), silver anniversary member of the royersford Friendship Fire Co…..he was of the Lutheran faith. Surviving are his widow, Freda K, and an aunt, Mrs. Clara Taylor, Darby. Chester Co, PA – Philadelphia area. OBIT: Daily Republican, March 6, 1963.
“Mrs Sadie Helen (Mosteller) Gillespie, 69 of 101 North Main Street, Spring City, wife of Edward Gillespie, died in Jefferson Hospital, Philadelphia yesterday morning, at 12:40 o’clock. She had been ill several weeks, and was a patient in the hospital the past two weeks. Born in Monte Clare, she was a daughter of the late John D, and Mary Ann (Carl) Mosteller, but lived in Spring City many years. Surviving besides her husband, are a son, Abram Briner, 328 North Seventh Avenue, Royersford; a sister Mrs Clara Taylor, Darby; and a brother Harvey Mosteller, Deal’s Island, Maryland. Funeral services will be conducted in a funeral home at 331 New Street, Spring City, Thursday afternoon at 1 o’clock. Internment at Zion’s Cemetery. OBIT Pottstown Mercury, Pottstown, PA Tuesday, Feb 3, 1953.
2nd notice: In the Jefferson Hospital, Philadelphia, on Monday, Fegb 2, 1953, Sadie Helen (Mosteller) Gillespie, wife of Edward Gillespie, aged 69 years. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral at the Nelson Funeral Home(location as already given
Samuel Gillespie death March 29, 1861, Bull Creek Cemetery, West Deer Twp, Allegheny Co, PA
Samuel Gillespie death March 24, 1885 age 55 yrs. Hiland Presbyterian Church Cemetery, Pittsburg, PA
Samuel Gillespie 1856 – 1932 Prospect Cemetery Brackenridge, PA
Samuel F Gillespie birth 1835 Death Dec 9, 1901 age 66. The Beaver Cemetery & Mausoleum, Beaver, Beaver Co, PA
Samuel R Gillespie death 1932 Allegheny Co, PA
Sarah Gillespie death Jan 8, 1893 Erie, PA, America. Posted in Belfast, Ireland newspaper. Family included Andrew, James.
Sarah Florence Gillespie March 25, 1898 – Jan 30, 1899 daughter of T T & L J Gillespie. St Patrick’s Cemetery, Noblestow, PA
Sarah J Gillespie death Dec 6, 1984 Grandview Cemetery, Johnstown, PA
Sarah Jane Gillespie birth 1836. Death Aug 1904 age 68. The Beaver Cemetery & Mausoleum, Beaver, Beaver Co, PA
Stanley Gillespie 1896 – 1982 Prospect Cemetery Brackenridge, PA
Sue Gillespie death April 29,1984 Grandview Cemetery, Johnstown, PA
Susan Gillespie death July 17, 1882 aged 3 years. Hiland Presbyterian Church Cemetery, Pittsburgh, PA
Sylvester Gillespie death Jan 11, 1941 Blair Co, PA
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T Earl Gillespie 1906 – 1967 Church Hill Cemetery, Wilkins Twp, Allegheny Co, PA
Thomas Gillespie death July 2, 1901 Grandview Cemetery, Johnstown, PA
Thomas Gillespie (Mrs) death 1910, Allegheny Co, PA
Thomas Gillespie death Feb 19, 2017 Blair Co, PA
Thomas Cain Gillespie, of Manchester Township entered into eternal rest at home on October 9, 2023. Tom was married to Anne T. Gillespie for 38 Years. A celebration of life tribute service was held on Thursday, October 26, 2023 at John W. Keffer Funeral Home, 2114 W. Market Street, York, PA 17404. Following visitation from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., full military honors was provided at 3 p.m. by the York County Veterans Honor Guard. Pastor Brian Markle will conclude the tribute service with spiritual guidance.
Born in Cloquet in northern Minnesota on January 16, 1948, Tom enjoyed a wonderful childhood with father George A. Gillespie and mother Anna Mae (Billie) Christensen Gillespie, siblings Susan Gillespie of Virginia, Minnesota and brother Michael Gillespie of Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Family dogs Topsy, Fritz and Blitz completed the family.
After graduating from Cloquet High School, Tom graduated from The University of Minnesota in 1971 with a bachelor’s degree in political science. Tom then served as a Sergeant in the U.S. Army from 1971-1974. at Fort Sill, Oklahoma, Fort Ord in California and Schwabisch Gmund 56th Field Artillery Group in Germany. Following his military service, Tom earned a master’s degree in labor and industrial relations from Michigan State University in East Lansing, Michigan. Tom worked for several corporations including Trane Corporation, ISP Chemicals and Harley Davidson in York. Tom enjoyed living in several cities including Montgomery, Alabama, Houston, Texas and York, Pennsylvania. A lifelong runner, Tom also enjoyed playing baseball and softball, including The York White Rose Softball League and Spring Ford A.A. Tom served as an umpire as well. Tom loved to read and spend time with family and being outdoors. He followed the New York Yankees and Minnesota Vikings with avid interest. He especially shared a hobby with son Alexander: watching and filming trains.
Survivors include his wife and beloved son Alexander, sister Susan and brother Michael and many cousins, nieces and nephews. Condolences can be sent to the care of John W. Keffer Funeral Home.
Thomas G Gillespie 1843 – 1913 Prospect Cemetery Brackenridge, PA
Thomas Hartford Gillespie Sept 9, 1868 – Dec 5, 1949 Allegheny Cemetery, Lawrenceville, PA
Thomas S Gillespie 1876 – 1947 Church Hill Cemetery, Wilkins Twp, Allegheny Co, PA
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Valerie K Gillespie, 58, b 1961, of Brielle passed away on Tuesday, March 10, 2020 at home with her family by her side. She was born in Newark, raised in Orange, moved to Penn State to attend college, and settled in Brielle in 1980. Valerie was a graduate of Orange High School and Penn State University. She started her own business in 2003, Gillespie Engineering Inc. Valerie enjoyed playing softball, playing and coaching throughout her life, and was the first female to play hardball in Essex County. She was passionate about riding motorcycles with her group, NJMC and HOG. In her spare time, she could be found singing Karaoke, playing group trivia, and Jeopardy. She was a life-long learner and loved to study history, technology and anything to add to her vast wealth of knowledge. Valerie was active in the Penn State Alumni Association and hosted the Central New Jersey Football Watching Parties, bringing people together. She was passionate about being charitable, raising thousands of dollars for THON for Penn State, during and after graduation. Valerie enjoyed playing a variety of instruments with her family, especially her guitar.
She was predeceased by her father, Joseph Walsh; father-in-law, Douglas; and mother-in-law, Virginia. Valerie is survived by her beloved husband of 34 years, Douglas Gillespie, of Brielle, NJ; mother, Esther Aruz of Orange, NJ; daughters, Kate Goldberg and her husband, Thomas of Toms River, NJ, Maggie Gillespie of New York City, NY; granddaughter, Riley Goldberg of Toms River, NJ; sisters, Kellyann Kovach and her husband, Jerry Bowers of Orange, NJ, and Jodie Donovan of Naples, FL; best friends, Sharon Yasko of Piscataway, NJ, and Linda Holoviak of State College, PA; and many loving family and friends.
Vernon Carlton Gillespie, birth Sept 23. Death Dec 7, 1899. Burial New Garden MM Cemetery, New Garden, Chester, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Vincent Gillespie death Oct 6,1952 Blair Co, PA
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Walter M Gillespie death 1908 – 1989, Bronze, Bull Creek Cemetery, West Deer Twp, Allegheny Co, PA
Wibur C Gillespie death 1927 Allegheny Co, PA
Wilburt C Gillespie 1891 – 1927 Prospect Cemetery Brackenridge, PA Captain Field Artillery WORLD WAR I
Wilbert C Gillespie June 21, 1895 -March 28, 1949 Allegheny Cemetery, Lawrenceville, PA PFC CO C 320th Infant. Enl Oct 5, 1917 Dis June 9,1919 WORLD WAR I
William Gillespie death Aug 8, 1932 Blair Co, PA
William Gillespie death July 4, 1982 Grandview Cemetery, Johnstown, PA
William A Gillespie, death Nov 22, 2007. Burial Lawn Croft Cemetery, Linwood, Delaware, Pennsylvania, United States of America
William Donner Gillespie Oct 24, 1903 – April 25, 1965 Allegheny Cemetery, Lawrenceville, PA
William J Gillespie death Jan 21, 1948 Blair Co, PA
William J Gillespie 1902 – 1987 Bull Creek Cemetery, West Deer Twp, Allegheny Co, PA. LT CMDR USN, WORLD WAR II
William John Gillespie 1890 – 1942 Allegheny Cemetery, Lawrenceville, PA
William McKee Gillespie 1890 – 1942 Allegheny Cemetery, Lawrenceville, PA
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Record Source: Chester Co, PA Archives Obituaries; Online obituaries from PA newspapers; Mormon website; Find A Grave Index; PA Death Index; Dignity Memorials; Trinity Archives; Washington Post, Funeral Home Obituariese, Legacy.
