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Mrs. Agnes Sterling Gillespie, of Mappsville, passed away Tuesday, Aug. 13, 2019, at Shore Health and Rehabilitation Center in Parksley. She was 101 years young. Mrs. Gillespie was the devoted wife of Harry William Gillespie Jr. and one of seven children born to John Major Sterling and Mattie Melson Sterling, all of whom predeceased her. She is survived by her nieces, Linda Stevens, of Edgewood, Md., and Lou Ann Crowson and husband, Charles, and their son, Doug Crowson, of Newport News, Va.

Funeral services were conducted from the chapel of the Williams-Parksley Funeral Home Friday, Aug. 16, 2019, with the Rev. John Cullop officiating. Private interment was held in the Parksley Cemetery. Memorial contributions in Mrs. Gillespie’s memory may be made to the S.P.C.A., P.O. Box 164, Onley, VA 23418. Published “Eastern Shore Post

A J Gillespie obit Nov 24,1915 Lychburg, Virginia

Albert J Gillespie b Oct 10, 1833 d Jan 21, 1909  Modest Town Baptist Church Cem, Modest Town Texas. Kate, his wife b Aug 8, 1838. d June 4, 1920.

Albert J Gillespie obit  Jan 24, 1909 Lynchburg, Virginia

Alberta Lewis Gillispie, wife of Richard Gillespie, Aug 18, 1863 – Feb 14, 1948. Richard Oct 23, 1858 – July 19, 1948 J W Taylor Cem, Virginia

Allie Parks Gillespie obit July 18, 1969 Lynchburg, Virginia

Ann M Gillespie, 76, of Fredericksburg, VA died Saturday, June 21, 2003 at Outlook Point. She was the widow of Richard A. Gillespie. Graveside services for Mrs. Gillespie will be held on Tuesday, June 24, 2003 at 1 p.m. at Quantico National Cemetery. The family  received friends at the Mullins & Thompson Funeral Service,  Fredericksburg Chapel, Monday, evening, from 7:30 to 9 p.m. (540) 373-5842.

A P Gillespie obit Aug 7, 1913 Lychburg, Virginia

Archie Gillespie obit Feb 3, 1944 Lynchburg, Virginia

Arthur Gillespie obit July 15, 1903, Lynchburg, Virginia

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Barbara Hill Gillespie obit  Nov 27, 2005 Lynchburg, Virginia

Beatrice (Jackson) Gillespie b Oct 19, 1927. Died April 1, 1987, d/o Jessie Monroe Jackson Sr and Mary Lou Ella Jones, married Wilford Hindmon and Ray Gillespie, Arlington National Cemetery

Blanche Purdy Gillespie obit Nov 3, 2007 Lynchburg, Virginia

Brenda Sue Gillespie, September 3, 1954 – June 1, 2023. Saltville, VA – Brenda Sue Gillespie, passed away on June 1, 2023, at the age of 68. She was born on September 3, 1954, to the late, Charles and Elsie Roberts Gillespie.  Funeral Monday, June 5th at D. R. Henderson Funeral Home, Saltville, Virginia. (Video Tribute in link from her name).

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C Gillespie obit  Dec 1, 1863 Lynchburg, Virginia

Carl L Gillespie On Friday, March 21, 2003 at Fairfax Hospital, Fairfax, VA. Husband of Joyce A. and father of Stephanie. Also survived by two granddaughters, Briana and Asia; five sisters; one brother; one aunt; one uncle; mother-in-law, Bernice Brookin, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Memorial service was held on Saturday, March 29, at 2 p.m. at A. L. Bennett Funeral Home,  515 Princess Anne St., Fredericksburg, VA

Carla M Gillespie.  Born 1949. On February 17, 2023. Carla M. Gillespie, age 73, a resident of Warrenton, VA passed away unexpectedly at Fauquier Hospital, Warrenton, VA. She was a 1967 graduate of Panther Valley High School in Lansford, PA. Carla also attended and graduated from Bethlehem Business School, then began working for the U.S. Air Force in the Pentagon in 1969, before becoming a Marine officer’s wife. She was a devoted and supportive military spouse, accepting the many hardships, deployments, and change of duty station moves for 30 years. Predeceased by her parents, Carl and Mildred Schook; Survived by her husband, Col. Francis E. Gillespie, III, USMC, Ret.; her son, Francis E. Gillespie, IV of Warrenton, VA; brother-in-laws, John, William (Kathleen) and Richard (Jeanne) Gillespie; sisters-in-law, Mary Storm and Lorraine Gillespie; nephews, John and Eric, Billy, Jason, Stephen and Patrick, Stephen and Richard Clarke and Kevin Hallisey, Richard and James; nieces, Renee Monaghan, Jennine Crawford, Lauren Hallisey and Devany; cousins, Margaret Fernandez and Charles Whitehead. In lieu of flowers a donation can be made to her favorite charities: St. Jude or The Shriners.

A visitation was held Thursday, March 2, 2023 from 5 to 8 p.m. at Moser Funeral Home. A Memorial Service was held on Friday, March 3, 2023 at 10:30 a.m. at Moser Funeral Home with a shelter service following at Quantico National Cemetery, Triangle, VA at 1 p.m. Arrangements by Moser Funeral Home, 233 Broadview Ave., Warrenton, VA 20186, 540-347-3431

Carolina Mildred Gillespie obit June 10, 1923 Lynchburg, VA

Carolyn Cooper Gillespie.  Of Lake Ridge, VA, passed away on May 8, 2006 age 74. She is survived by her older sister, Doris Walton of Demopolis, AL; her beloved husband, Richard, of Westminster at Lake Ridge; four daughters, Ellen Magnusen of Mt. Airy, MD, Susan Dean Gillespie of Fredericksburg, VA, Caroline Gong of Hudson, OH and Lynne Venhovens of Munich, Germany and grandsons, Tom and Mark Magnuson, and Andrew, Alex and Aaron Gong. A memorial service and reception was June 10, 2006 at 10 a.m. at Westminster at Lake Ridge, 12191 Clipper Dr., Lake Ridge, VA. A private interment was held at Arlington National Cemetery on June 14, 2006.  Arrangements by Miller Funeral Home, 3200 Golansky Blvd., Woodbridge, VA.

Carrie Harry Gillespie obit  June 1, 1928 Lynchburg, VA

Carrie Wysor Gillespie obit  Jan 30, 1991  Lynchburg, VA

Catherine Gillespie, wife of Edward Gillespie, Jan 9, 1829 – March 14, 1912 Modest Town Baptist Church Cemetery, Modest Town, Virginia

Charles Gillespie obit May 19, 1910 Lynchburg, VA

Charles Gillespie obit Feb 5, 1939 Lynchburg, VA

Charlotte Robbins Jacquish Gillespie, born and raised in  Tunkhannock to county agent John J. Jaquish and his wife Mabel, passed away peacefully with family at her side on Thursday, Jan. 13, 2022, in Fairfax, Virginia.

Clara Gillespie b June 17, 1915. d Oct 7, 1996. Middleburg Memorial, Loudoun Co, Virginia

Clyde William Gillespie, Of Manassas, VA, passed away Tuesday, December 17, 2013, age 85,  at his home. Survivors include his wife, Aurena P. Gillespie; three sons, Dan Gillespie and wife Kirk, David Gillespie and wife Sonja and Duane Gillespie and wife Michelle; one sister, Shirley Ann Beck; nine grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. The family received friends from 3 to 5 p.m., Sunday, December 22, 2013 at Pierce Funeral Home, 9609 Center St.,. Manassas. Funeral services  held 11:30 a.m., Monday, December 23, 2013 at Manassas Baptist Church, 8800 Sudley Rd., Manassas with Dr. William T. Higgins officiating. Interment followed at Quantico National Cemetery, Triangle, VA.

Cora “Sally” Gillespie, Saltville, Virginia. May 11, 1942 – December 30, 2022. 80, passed away at her home  after a long battle with cancer. Sally was a lifelong resident of Saltville. She was preceded in death by her parents, William S. and Vivian F. Allison; brother, George Allison; and sister, Rose Allison Taylor.

Sally is survived by her husband of 64 years, Samuel L. Gillespie, Sr.; son Samuel L. Gillespie, Jr. (Teresa); daughter, Lisa Johnson; four grandchildren, Jacob L. Sykes, Cody Johnson (Maranda) S. Joseph Gillespie and Christopher R. Gillespie (Kylie); three great grandchildren, Landen Johnson, Cora Johnson and Makenzie Sykes; several nieces and nephews. Graveside services was conducted at 11:00 a.m. Monday January 2, 2023 at Riverside Methodist Church Cemetery in Rich Valley with Pastor Herman Cress officiating.

Curtis David “Dave” Gillespie, age 73, of Richlands, Virginia died on Sunday, February 13, 2022. He was born on September 17, 1948, in Raven, Virginia to Rufus Franklin Gillespie and Stella Jane Gillespie.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother, Troy Gillespie. He is survived by: His Beloved Wife of 49 years, Peggy Ann Gillespie, Two Daughters: Layne Gillespie
Brooke Shrum and her husband, Jordan Shrum, Grandchildren:
Hadley Layne Scott and Grayson Wade Shrum. Brothers:
Cecil F. Gillespie, Darrell Gillespie.  A memorial service for Curtis David “Dave” Gillespie was conducted at 2:00 pm on Wednesday, February 16, 2022 with the Rev. Phillip Horton officiating. Hurst-Scott Funeral Home of Richlands, Virginia.

C W Gillespie d March 7, 1907 Lynchburg, VA

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David Allen Gillespie, June 27, 1968 – March 26, 2021,   52, of Norfolk, VA, passed away on March 26, 2021. Born June 17, 1968, in San Diego, CA, he was a man full of nothing but love and laughter. His hobbies included watching sports such as baseball, football, hockey, and NASCAR. He loved to go bowling with his friends. Most importantly, Dave loved spending quality time with his family and close friends. There was never a dull moment when Dave and around. He had a heart of gold and his memories will remain well lived through all of his family members and dearest friends. Left to cherish his memory: his wife, Becky Gillespie; parents, Daryl and Alice Gillespie of Norfolk; brothers, Donald Gillespie and wife, Heather, of Orlando, FL, Brook Gillespie and wife, Cathy, of Norfolk, and William Gillespie of West Virginia; sister, Shaneen Lockman and husband, Gregg, Sr., of Sterling, CO; mother-in-law, Patricia Cordova of North Carolina; brother-in-law, William “Skippy” Swann of North Carolina; nephews, Gregg Lockman, Jr., and wife, Shawna, of Sterling, CO, Brandon Lockman and wife, Kora, of Peetz, CO, Christopher Gillespie and Matthew Gillespie, both of West Virginia. He is urvived by his nieces, Kaylee Lockman of Sterling, CO, Gracie Gillespie of Orlando, FL, Brittany Nichols and husband, Phil, of Norfolk, Mckenna Swann of North Carolina, and Katelyn Gillespie of West Virginia; great-nephews, Luke Bernhardt “Lockman” and Camdyn Bernhardt “Lockman,” both of Peetz, CO, and Weston Nichols of Norfolk; great-nieces, Peyton Lockman of Sterling, CO and Laila Lockman of Peetz, CO; aunts, Cheryl Thomas “Gillespie” and husband, Victor Thomas, of Sidney, NE and Pam Gaddis of Tennessee; uncles, Donald Cook and wife, Judy, of Charleston, SC and Johnnie Creech of Selma, NC; and numerous cousins and close friends.

The Celebration of Life for Dave was held on Saturday, May 15, 2021, at the American Legion Post 327, at 705 Lesner Ave., Norfolk, VA 23518 at 2 p.m.

David Lee Gillespie obit Aug 4, 2002, Lynchburg, VA

Donald Lee Gillespie, age 75, went to be with the Lord Wednesday, March 13, 2013 at Johnson City Medical Center, Johnson City, Tennessee. He was born September 28, 1937 to the late Clarence and Minnie Ferguson Gillespie. He was an active member of the Ridgedale United Methodist Church, having served as Sunday School superintendent; and was employed for 51 years at Brunswick and General Dynamics. He took great pride in the operation of his farm in Rich Valley, truly enjoying every minute he could spend on the farm. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his brother, Bradley Gillespie.

Donald is survived by his loving wife Ann Cooper Gillespie of Marion, Virginia; brother, Harold Gillespie and wife, Nellie of Chilhowie, Virginia; mother-n-law, Juanita Cooper of Seven Mile Ford, Virginia sisters-in-law, Dorothy Gillespie of Marion, Virginia and Brenda Brooks and husband, Daren of Chilhowie, Virginia; brothers-in-law, Jack Cooper and wife, Judy of Callahan, Florida, Bill Cooper and wife, Sandra of Chilhowie, Virginia and Richard Cooper and wife, Sandra of Newport News, Virginia; several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Funeral Services was held Saturday, March 16, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. at Seaver-Brown Chapel with Reverend Ernest Yeatts officiating. Burial followed in Ridgedale United Methodist Church Cemetery, Rich Valley, Virginia. The family received friends Friday evening from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Seaver-Brown Chapel.

Douglas Burton Gillespie, 1926 – 2016, of Bluefield, VA, went home on the wings of angels to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday, June 5, 2016 at Bluefield Regional Medical Center with his loving wife, Virginia by his side. He was born October 11, 1926 in Boissevain, VA and was the son of the late George W and Ida Mathena Gillespie. He was the last surviving member of his immediate family. He had been a member of Graham Christian Church in Bluefield, VA for over 50 years. He was associated with coal mining in Southwest Virginia and Southern West Virginia for a number of years. He not only worked in the mines, but was a salesman for Carmet, Pocahontas Fuel, US Steel #2 and Joy Manufacturing, retiring from Carmet in 1983. Doug was a member of the Bluefield Masonic Lodge-Harman Lodge #222, where he served as Master Mason and recently received an award for 50 years of service. He was also a member of the Beni Kedem Temple – Charleston, WV, the Bluefield Shrine Club, the Mountaineer Ridgerunners Degree and the Veterans of Foreign Wars.

He was proud of his service to his country in the US Navy from 1944-1946, serving on the USS Nantahala. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his 6 brothers: Barnes, Bill, Buck, Bob, Tiny and Paul Gillespie and 2 sisters: Margaret (Dutchie) Joyce and Elizabeth (Libby) Murphy.

Those left to cherish his memory are his wife of 28 years, Virginia Gillespie; sons: Douglas Gillespie Jr and wife, Margo of Terri Haute, IN, David Gillespie and wife, Marilyn of Greensboro, NC; daughter: Angela Gillespie of Roanoke, VA; step-sons: Roger Boone, Jr of Charlotte, NC, Richard Boone and wife, Rhonda of Matthews, NC, Bryon Boone of Houston, TX, Patrick Boone and wife, Gina of Tacoma, WA; mother of his children: Joann Gillespie; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren; his caregivers: Vicki Vencill and Nancy Brooks; several nieces and nephews. A service to celebrate his life was held Tuesday, June 14, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. at Dudley Memorial Chapel with Rev Gary Lyons officiating. Entombment w at Grandview Memory Mausoleum where the VFW Post #9696 and the Pocahontas American Legion Post #14 will conduct Military Grave Rites. Roger Boone, Jr, Richard Boone, Bryon Boone, Patrick Boone, Randy Wiginton and Jason Gillespie will serve as pallbearers. Friends visited with the family on Tuesday, June 14, 2016 at the funeral home from 1:00 p.m. until the hour of the service.

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Earl Gillespie June 16, 1908 – April 14, 1967 Maud M Nov 20, 1911 – July 21, 2004 J W Taylor Cem, Virginia

Earl Gillespie, born  August 18, 1929, died peacefully at the University of Virginia Hospital on October 8, 2024.. He was predeceased by his parents, John Wrightly and Mabel Gillespie; and his sister, Gail Heinen. Devoted to his family, he is survived by his wife, Sylvia; daughter, Kim; son, Anthony; and brother, Richard. Born in Wildwood (TN), Earl was especially fond of his roots in southwest Virginia (Coeburn) where he grew up and attended high school. As a student writing in his high school newspaper, he observed, “It is up to the students . . . to see that Coeburn is always represented by an honest and clean team in all sports.” After a tour of duty in the United States Air Force, he graduated from Washington and Lee University and earned a Master of Education degree from the University of Virginia. He then returned to Coeburn High School to coach football, baseball, and basketball and serve as the school’s athletic director.

In 1961 Earl assumed duties as the first assistant executive secretary of the Virginia High School League (VHSL), the organization responsible for directing athletics and activities for the commonwealth’s public high schools. He was also the VHSL’s first supervisor of officials. Highly regarded for his knowledge and attention to athletic playing rules, he expanded services and provided training for more than 8,000 Virginia officials in 17 sports each year. Earl was named the League’s executive director in 1986, serving in that role until his retirement in 1994. Among numerous honors received by Gillespie were induction to the Virginia High School Hall of Fame (1994) and the National High School Hall of Fame (2005).  Not surprisingly many of Earl’s passions and activities involved sports, athletic officiating, and University of Virginia teams. For more than 25 years he enjoyed officiating high school football games. He officiated high school basketball for 30 years; and well into his 80’s, Earl frequented the scorer’s table at U-Hall and later John Paul Jones Arena as the designated observer/evaluator of basketball crews for the Atlantic Coast Conference. Of course, he had season tickets at Scott Stadium for the Hoos’ football games and cheered the baseball team at Davenport Field at Disharoon Park. And Earl loved his weekly nine-hole rounds, often at Birdwood Golf Course.

An avid reader, Earl also derived great pleasure from serving as a Book Buddy, teaching local youth to read and enjoy books. He also volunteered with Meals on Wheels and was active in the United Methodist Church.

Edward Gillespie obit Jan 25, 1931 Lynchburg, VA

Edward J Gillespie  (unreadable very old tombstone) Ebenezer Church Cemetery, Virginia

E G Gillespie (Mrs) obit June 5, 1961 Lynchburg, VA

Elijah Gillespie obit June 1, 1907 Lynchburg, VA

Elijah D Gillespie obit March 5, 1908 Lynchburg, VA

Eliza A Gillespie obit April 16, 1920 Lynchburg, VA

Emily J Gillespie (unreadable old stone from photo) Atlantic Baptist Church Cem, Virginia

Emma Whitely Gillespie obit Nov 26, 1959 Lynchburg, VA

Estelle Scott Gillespie obit Nov 16, 1975 Lynchburg, VA

Eugene Faber Gillespie, born April 14, 1896, Died Sept 10, 1982, US Air Force COL. Buried May 11, 1999.. Residence Richmond, VA, Burial Arlington National Cemetery

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Fannie Gillespie obit Jan 29, 1907 Lynchburg, VA

Frank Gillespie obit May 5, 1992 Lynchburg, VA

Frank Gillespie, May 19, 1935 – January 29, 2022, Arlingston, VA. Frank Gillespie, 86, passed away peacefully on January 29th, surrounded by family in Los Angeles, California. Francis Leo Gillespie was born on May 19th, 1935, in Cleveland, the son of Francis and Nora Gillespie. Frank was a 1953 graduate of Shaw High School in East Cleveland. In 1957 he received his Bachelor of Arts at Ohio University, where he was a member of the Delta Tau Delta fraternity and served as its President.

After graduation, he worked as a teacher in the Cleveland area, then joined the Peace Corps as a member of their 2nd cohort in 1962. The Peace Corps took him to Thailand, where he met and fell in love with Urai Santitrakul, a fellow social studies teacher. Frank and Urai married in 1965 and began their 56 years together with an around-the-world honeymoon that included stops at the Taj Mahal, Rome, and Donegal, Ireland, to visit the extended Gillespie clan.

In 1964 Frank left the Peace Corps to work for United States Agency for International Development (USAID) in Vietnam, where he was stationed in Binh Long province along the Cambodian border north of Saigon. Only 800 Americans, military or civilian, were then in Vietnam. Frank’s career of public service in the field of international development took his family to Laos, where they narrowly escaped an attack by the Pathet Lao at their home in Kengkok. Frank’s further postings took the family to Thailand, Indonesia, and Egypt, and he took assignments on his own in Vietnam, Bosnia, Iraq, and Afghanistan. Among his proudest accomplishments were the community projects he spearheaded such as the playground built in war-torn Sarajevo and the lifelong friendships he created with the people he met in the countries where he worked.

Frank’s Cleveland roots also brought him joy throughout his lifetime, and he took great pleasure in belting out the glee club songbooks of his younger days as he kept himself busy with the upkeep of the home he and Urai built in Arlington, Virginia. His family and friends will miss his sense of humor and wise counsel.

Frank is survived by his brothers and sisters, Kathleen (Colacarro), Gerald, Nonie (Oriti), and James. He leaves behind his wife, Urai, and three children: Lisa (Dan Hodgdon), Russell (Ruth), and Roslyn (Ed Easton). He was also a proud grandfather to Alexander, Aydin, Maya, and Summer.

F T Gillespie, death age 1/23, male black slave, 1860 Accomach Co, Virginia

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George Gillespie obit Nov 1, 1907 Lynchburg, VA

George H Gillespie obit April 23, 1908 Lynchburg, VA

George J Gillespie, (Age 91)  Of McLean and Virginia Beach, VA passed away October 21, 2018 after a brief illness. He is survived by Mary, wife of 68 years; daughters Elene Paul (Gary), Mary Jo McGehee, Corinne Gabriel (Chris); granddaughters Heather Garza (Justin), Ginger McGehee, Alexandra Gabriel, Stephanie Gabriel and great-grandchildren James George and Rilah.  Funeral services October 29 at St. Katherine Greek Orthodox Church, Falls Church, VA. Viewing 10:30 a.m. Funeral 11:30 a.m. Burial 2 p.m. at Quantico National Cemetery.

George W Gillespie obit Jan 12, 1919 Lynchburg, VA

George William Gillespie April 2, 1908 – March 20, 1971 Fairview Lawn Cem, Virginia

Gil Gillespie obit July 30, 2010 Lynchburg, VA

Gilbert McClung Gillespie obit Nov 26, 2003 Lynchburg, VA

Gilburt McClung Gillespie, Sr obit Nov 23, 2003 Lynchburg, VA

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Helen Anne Gillespie, (Caldwell), of Maidens, Va., passed away on December 30, 2022, after a prolonged illness. Helen was predeceased by her parents, John and Elizabeth Caldwell; older brother, Robert Caldwell; and sister-in-law, Amy Caldwell of Corpus Christi, Texas. She is survived by brother, Pat and Gina Caldwell, of Newport, Tenn.; brother, Bart Caldwell of Corpus Christi; sister-in-law, Angie Caldwell of Corpus Christi; son, Sean and Jennifer Gillespie of Chesapeake, Va.; daughter, Elizabeth and Andre Seale of Natick, Mass.; son, Kevin Gillespie and Irene Lutts of Quincy, Mass.; and seven adoring grandchildren, Miryam, Jack, Meaghan, Audrey, Kevin, Iain and Sage. Helen is also survived by her loving partner, Evan Chesterman of Richmond, Va.

Helen was a graduate of Flour Bluff High School in Corpus Christi, Texas. She enlisted in the Navy in 1967, and worked at the Naval Hospital in Newport, R.I. After her naval service, she attended nursing school at HACC and began her career as an emergency room nurse in Harrisburg, Pa. Helen went on to earn her
B.S.N. from Millersville University, and M.A. from Saint Francis University. Helen’s children are extremely proud of her academic achievements and her service to country and community.

“Helen on Wheels” (as she was known by her kids) was truly a force of nature. Her seemingly unlimited energy drove her professional life, but also her personal life. She loved to travel and take her children and grandchildren on adventures all over the country. Her unbridled optimism showed her the up-side of everything while her sheer force of will gave her the gumption to make that up-side happen. Anyone who ever left her a voicemail would hear at the end of her greeting: “Make it a great day!” Helen didn’t just have a great and fulfilling life. She MADE her life what she wanted it to be, always with a smile on her face (even when it was tough to do), endless laughs, and boundless love for her family. She truly was a positive influence and a role model to everyone around her.
Visiting hours held at Woody Funeral Home – Parham in Richmond, Va. on Friday, January 13, 2023 from 3 to 6 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the New England Historic Genealogical Society

Herman Gillespie obit Feb 6,1937 Lynchburg, VA

Hortense H Gillespie Oct 29, 1903 – July 5, 1998 Modest Town Baptist Church Cem, Modest Town, Texas

Howard C Gillespie obit Feb 10, 1941 Lynchburg, VA

Hundley Gillespie 1883 – 1978 Atlantic Baptist Church Cem, Virginia. (stone does not say Gillespie but record given that way).

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Irving W Gillespie obit May 27, 1976 Lynchburg, VA

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Jacauline F Gillespie 1942-1942 d/o L C & Mildred, Wattsville UMC, Virginia

Jacob Gillespie, of Roanoke, Virginia, born June 3, 1998,   passed away on December 17, 2024, at the age of 26.  He was predeceased by: his father Elias; his grandparents, James Barrett and Kathy Barrett; and his cousin Eddie Mullins. He is survived by: his mother Kimberly Gillespie Arney (Brian Arney); his grandchildren, Darla Thompson, Velma Arney and Martin Watkins; his great-grandparents, Maggie Sage and Lois King; his siblings, Drannon Wyatt, Brian Arney Jr., Blake Arney, Dallas Barrett and Kaelynn Barrett; his uncle Matthew Hogan (Jessica Hogan); his aunt Priscilla Spaulding; his great-aunt Helen Counts (Jeff Counts); his great-uncle Ronald Mullins (Betty Mullins); his cousins, Kayla Spaulding of Roanoke, Ian Spaulding of Roanoke, Adaline Hogan of Roanoke, Tonya Tyree of Roanoke, Marlie Beavers of Roanoke, Austin Beavers of Roanoke, Preston Gambrell of Roanoke and Kayleigh Brown of Roanoke; and also, Sheila Beckner (Thomas Beckner), Hollie Hawley, Perry Hawley, Bonnie Boitnott, Jerry Boitnott, Martin Nichols, PJ Hawley and Tyler Beard. Visitation Thursday, Dec 26 and Funeral on Friday Dec 27th at Oakey’s Vinton Chapel, 627 Hardy Rd, Vinton, VA 24179

James D Gillespie obit Nov 30, 1958 Lynchburg, VA

James P Gillespie, of Alexandria, VA, on Saturday, February 23, 2013, age 80 . Jim was husband to his beloved Ann Marie whom he lost to a long illness in 1994; father of James (Andrea), Tom (Becky), Kathy (Andrew) Turner, and Patty King, and grandfather of six. He is survived by four siblings: Ray, Bud, and Bill Gillespie, and Agnes Purcell. A memorial service followed by a luncheon was held at 11 a.m. on Monday, March 25, at Madigan’s Waterfront, 201 Mill St., Occoquan, VA.

James Preston Gillespie obit Sept 3, 1998 Lynchburg, VA

James Samuel Gillespie Jr. After a week spent with his family at the beach, James Samuel “Jim Sam” Gillespie, Jr., of Pounding Mill, Virginia, passed away July 17, 2022, at his daughter’s home in Cullowhee, North Carolina.
Born in Pounding Mill on November 3, 1937, Jim Sam grew up on the farm with family—his parents James Samuel Gillespie, Sr, Elizabeth Zeigler Gillespie, his sister Sarah and lots of Gillespie and Zeigler kin. There he worked hard and played hard, learning to fish, hunt, raise cattle and sheep, and run a farm. He attended grade school in Pounding Mill before heading to Richlands High School. Upon graduation, he followed in his father’s footsteps and went to VMI, Class of 1959, where he played football and ran track. He survived rat Chemistry and freshman English, graduating with a degree in Civil Engineering. He developed a deep love for VMI and the friends he made there would be some of the most important people in his life and in his family’s life. It was in Lexington that he also met Lucy Campbell, then a young physical education teacher, whom he would marry in 1962.

After VMI, he served in the United States Army as a captain in the armored division where he also coached base football teams and went to Jungle School in Panama. After the military, he returned to Virginia where he taught math and coached at Clifton Forge and South Hampton High schools. He then coached at VMI under his former coach, John McKenna. His college coaching career took him from VMI to West Virginia University and Duke. When his father died, Jim Sam left coaching and he and his family returned to Pounding Mill where he would farm for the rest of his life. As is the case with most farmers, he had other jobs, working in the coal ventilation business, running Hunter Paving, and serving as an officer for National Bank, formerly the Bank of Tazewell County. He was a lifelong supporter of the Tazewell County Fair, 4-H, serving on its board as well as that of the Virginia Farm Bureau. He also served on the board of Coal Creek, Coal Mountain, Tazewell Coal and Gas, Doran Development, and the G.W. Gillespie company. He grew up in the Pounding Mill Christian Church and was a longtime member of Richlands Presbyterian Church.

All of this work took a backseat to the job he loved the most—raising his family and being a loyal friend. With almost no exceptions, once he loved you, he always loved you. He was loyal and that loyalty brought with it a generosity of spirit and an honesty in equal measure. Classmates, teammates, former players, employees, and neighbors came into his life and stayed. His family stretched beyond the Gillespies. Over the years, his friends and his children’s friends were absorbed into his family. Most days found some “family” wandering in, sitting on the couch, and staying for stories. After his son, Sam, passed away, his friends—Brian, Camillus, Mike, Curt, and Mike–became family. Before that Dwayne Smith and recently Katie Lindsay. Beyond any doubt, he was most exceptional as a son, brother, husband, father, and grandfather.

In 1974, he came back to Pounding Mill to take care of his mother and farm. He and his wife, Lucy, were equal partners in life, laughing, arguing, and being best friends. As a father, he was devoted to his three children, teaching them to work hard, love fiercely, cry without shame, read voraciously, and to find joy and laughter most every day. As a father and grandfather, he was a constant and seamless part of our families.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Jim Sam and Elizabeth Gillespie, his wife Lucy Brett Campbell, and his son James Samuel Gillespie, III. He is survived by his sister Sarah Gillespie Seale and her husband Pep Seale, his daughters Elizabeth Gillespie McRae and Ann Brett Gillespie Strickland and their husbands Steve and Sam, and his granddaughters—Katherine Elizabeth McRae, Campbell Suzanne Strickland, Lucy Caroline McRae, Sarah Elizabeth Strickland, Charlotte Olivia Strickland, and Nora-Ann Gillespie Strickland.

Service was held at Richlands Presbyterian Church, Thursday July 21st at 2:00pm. Family received visitors at the church between noon and 2:00pm. Pallbearers were:  Brian Froehlich, Camillus Musselman, Curt Crowder, Mike Phelps, Mike Weaver, Stephen Seale, Dick Phillippi, Steve Reithmiller, Jeff Gillespie, York Lindsay, Jim Huffman, Ray Nease, Tim Bandy, and Warren Williams. Graveside services  at Maplewood Cemetery in Tazewell, VA.

James William Gillespie obit Jan 9, 1985 Lynchburg, VA

James “Jim” William Gillespie 65, of Fairfax, VA died on Thursday, November 20, 2014 at The Virginia Hospital Center in Arlington, Virginia. He was born March 17, 1949 in Mattie Williams Hospital, Richlands, VA, to the late Bill and Virginia Gillespie. Jim spent his early years growing up in the Keen Mountain Coal Camp near Grundy, VA. He loved to share stories of those by gone days of a simpler time and life. Jim’s parents moved to Fairfax, VA in the 1950’s where he would become a long time resident and attend Fairfax High School (Class of 1967). Jim treasured his high school years and playing basketball and football for the Rebels. He was a sports fanatic and always amazed others with his never-ending knowledge. Jim also loved to play golf and was very active in earlier years. Jim was a devoted son, loving father, treasured family member and loyal friend to many. He selflessly gave all that he had to his family throughout the course of his entire lifetime. Jim is survived by his cherished love, Teresa “Tita” Roldan of Fairfax, VA, two daughters, Jamie (Wes) Pohlmann of Nokesville, VA and Shannon (Marc) Edwards of Richmond, VA; three granddaughters, Grace and Kate Pohlmann of Nokesville, and Caroline Edwards of Richmond. Relatives and friends are invited to Jim’s Life Celebration at Money & King Funeral Home, 171 W. Maple Ave. Vienna, VA on Monday, November 24, 2014 from 10 a.m. until time of funeral services at 11 a.m. A reception to follow immediately. Interment will be at Clinch Valley Memorial Cemetery in Richlands, VA on Saturday, November 29, 2014 at 11 a.m.

Jean H Gillespie (BS/RN) Of Great Falls, VA on Friday, November 2, 2001 at Washington Hospital Center. Beloved wife of Jack Gillespie; loving mother of Steven, Roger, and Pam Harmon; daughter of Vernon and the late Ernestine Hoback of Tazewell, VA; sister of Don Hoback, Bluefield, VA. She is also survived by two grandchildren, Kelley Gillespie and Lucas Harmon. Memorial services were held at the Community Lutheran Church, 21014 Whitfield Pl., Sterling, VA on Wednesday, November 7, 2001 at 2 p.m. Interment private.

Jeffrey Scott Gillespie obit Nov 24, 2004 Lynchburg, VA

Jeffrey Wayne Gillespie, age 46, of Christiansburg, Va., went to be with the Lord Tuesday, Aug. 21, 2018, at Woltz Hospice Home in Dobson, N.C, after a battle with cancer. Born Jan. 27, 1972, in Tennessee, he was the son of the late Edward and Geraldine Campbell Gillespie. He was employed by Bottomley Trucking Company in North Carolina.

He is survived by his son, Taylor Gillespie of Christiansburg, Va.; daughter, Myranda Gillespie of Radford, Va.; brothers, Michael Gillespie and Stephen Gillespie; sisters, Wanda Miller and Brenda Keith; special friend, Linda Southern, and several nieces and nephews.

A graveside funeral service was held Monday, Aug. 27, 2 p.m., at East Family Cemetery, Snowville, Va. The family received friends from 1 p.m. until service time at the cemetery. Bower Funeral Homes, Pulaski, Va., is handling arrangements for the family. Published Wed, Aug 29, 2018 Southwest Times.

Jessie Samuel Gillespie Jr. December 20, 1921  –  September 22, 2003, died September 22, 2003 at his home at 1800 Gaskins Road. He was born December 20, 1921 in Bluefield, Virginia, the son of Brenda Wright and Jesse Samuel Gillespie. After graduating from Graham High School in Bluefield, he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in 1943 from Virginia Military Institute. He graduated first in his class, receiving the Jackson Hope Medal and the French Medal, both for academic excellence. He served in World War II in the Pacific theater. After the war, he returned to his native Virginia to attend the University of Virginia’s Graduate School, where he received his doctorate in organic chemistry in 1949. He moved to Richmond in 1950 and worked for Virginia-Carolina Chemical Company. In 1959 he formed and was president of Commonwealth Laboratory, Inc. until 1968, when he directed the Virginia Institute for Scientific Research. In retirement he was grants adviser to several local foundations that supported scientific research. Dr. Gillespie was a well-known member of the philanthropic community in Richmond. He served on the boards of the Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, the Science Museum of Virginia Foundation, the Richmond Library, and the Richmond Symphony. He served as president of the Young Peoples Service League (YPSL) and vice president of the Friends Association for Children. He was a member of the Rotary Club of Richmond where he was president in 1974 to 1975. He had a lifelong devotion to the Episcopal Church and served for 53 years at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church in numerous roles including senior warden, choir member and lay reader. Surviving are his wife of 53 years, Nancy Blackburn; daughter, Nan Gillespie O’Connell of Richmond; son, Samuel Harrison Gillespie of Arlington, Virginia; son, Leonard Blackburn Gillespie of High Point, North Carolina; son, William Wright Gillespie of Richmond; seven grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

The family held a reception between 5 and 8 p.m. on Friday, September 26 at the home of William Gillespie, 8912 Tresco Road, Richmond. A memorial service was held at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church at 11 a.m. Saturday, September 27. I

Jimmie Gillespie passed on Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2020, at the age of 86. He was born on Jan. 17, 1934 to the late Rev. William and Mary Gillespie. James served in the United States Air Force (Tulane, Greenland). He also worked for the Long Island Transit Authority, Long Island, New York. In 1992 he returned to Nathalie and joined County Line Missionary Baptist Church.

In addition to his wife, Verneda, James is survived by three step-sons, Gregory Terry of Fayetteville, North Carolina, Kenneth Terry (Tonja) of Woodbridge, and Jeffery Clark (Isaacba) of Accokeek, Maryland; a step-daughter Felicia Jones of Riverdale, Maryland; favorite niece, Rebecca Spaulding of Jamaica, New York; six sisters-in-law, Linda Reid (DeForest) of Halifax, Jean Sims of Virginia Beach, Florence Dyson of Clinton, Maryland, Cheryl Terry of Halifax, Flora Terry of Clinton, Maryland, and Edith Gillespie of Manhattan, New York; three brothers-in-law, Aubrey Terry (Joby) of Halifax, Marvin Terry and Bobby Terry (Angela) all of Halifax; a host of nieces and nephews; special friends, Alice Carter and family, Johnny and Ruth Randolph, Sylvester Morrell, Barbara Crawford, and Richard and Lilly Huberts.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two sisters, Mary Richardson and Genevieve Gillespie; and three brothers, Fred, William, and Nathaniel Gillespie. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2020, at 1 p.m. at County Line Missionary Baptist Church.  Published The Gazette-Virginian.

J J Gillespie (Mrs) obit July 3, 1964 Lynchburg, VA

J Lee Gillespie obit March 16, 1943 Lynchburg, VA

John Gillespie obit Nov 29, 1879 Lynchburg, VA

John R Gillespie obit Feb 27, 1914 Lynchburg, VA

Joseph Alan Gillespie, A longtime resident of 50 years of Springfield, VA on December 20, 2009. He was married for 43 years to Maybelle who passed away in 1992. They were Franchise Owners of Baskin Robbins of Springfield and Annandale for 25 years. He is survived by four children, Alan Gillespie, Clifford Gillespie, Linda Lawhorn and Sandra Levesque; one sister, Vera Immel; three grandchildren, A.J. Levesque, Laura Sturba and Joseph Levesque; three great-grandchildren, Jacob, Marissa and R.J. Sturba. Visitation was on Monday, December 28 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., with service at 1 p.m. in the Demaine Chapel. Interment will take place at a later date at Arlington National Cemetery.  Arrangements entrusted to Demaine Funeral Home 5308 Backlick Rd. Springfield, VA, 703-549-0074.

Joseph S Gillespie obit Sept 4, 1920 Lynchburg, VA

Joseph W Gillespie obit June 27, 1900 Lynchburg, VA

Judith Gillespie “Judi” Passed away on April 28, 2017. Judi was a dazzling beauty. Her effervescent joy for life beamed through her smile. All who knew her instantly fell in love with her warmth, intelligence and humor. Judi epitomized that long lost chic of times gone by – best personified by the celluloid heroes of Hollywood’s heyday – alluring, vibrant yet also aloof. Judith Ann Machala was born October 7, 1962, born into a loving Catholic family with three brothers and the second of three sisters. All proud Texans.

As a child, Judi studied at Saint Elizabeth of Hungary (K to 8) and Bishop Dunne High School (9 to 12). She attended Vanderbilt University on a full academic scholarship majoring in Russian and French, with an Archeology minor. She received her Bachelor’s of Arts in 1985 After graduation, she moved to Rome, Italy, eventually returning to fly for Delta Airlines as a Flight Attendant. While working on a flight in 1991, Judi was severely injured putting a halt on her budding modeling career and foray into sprint triathlons. By now, fluent in 5 languages, she continued her adventure travels until the toll of countless surgeries — over a 10 year period, led her to withdraw from public life. Judi continued her studies of ancient Egypt, archeology and astronomy. She became an active supporter of charities and environmental causes. Her passion to save the world’s oceans from overfishing, pollution and coral-bleaching was always at the forefront of her mind. Judi A. Gillespie is survived by her husband, Colonel King William Gillespie, USAF (Ret.) Her surviving siblings are Mark Machala (wife, Susan), Denise Machala Martelli, Tim Machala (wife, Sherie), Charles Frank Machala, III and Andrea Machala Rauch (husband, Tom). She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles Frank Machala Jr. and Sara Zievert Machala. A visitation was held on Friday, May 19, 2017 from 6 to 9 p.m., at Demaine Funeral Home, 520 S. Washington St., Alexandria, VA 22314. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Saturday, May 20, 2017 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 310 S. Royal St., Alexandria, VA 22314 at 2:30 p.m.

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Katharine Gillespie,  (Age 91) (nee Eagon) On Friday, December 19, 2008 at her home in Falls Church. Katharine was a proud native of Glenville, WV.; had resided in Falls Church since 1950 where she worked for 18 years in the Public Works Division of the city government. Wife of the late Merle H. Gillespie. She is survived by her children Tiana Camfiord and Phillip Gillespie; two grandsons Jason and Nathan Camfiord and two great-grandchildren. A Memorial service was held on Saturday, January 3 at 1 p.m. at Advent Funeral Services, 7211 Lee Highway, Falls Church, VA. A reception followed.

Kenneth Ray Gillespie, age 62, b 1961, of Ivanhoe passed away Saturday, July 1, 2023. He was the son of the late Billy Gene & Peggy Dunford Gillespie, and preceded in death by a sister, Edith Baumgardner; one brother, W.S. Gillespie. Kenneth was a huge North Carolina Tar Heels fan. He is survived by his pride and joy daughter, Kaylee Gillespie; sons, Jordan Lee Gillespie of Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Walter S. Gillespie of Galax; best friend Early Gregory; special friend, Hope Sullivan, his little Princess, Karaline. A memorial service will be held at a later date.

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Lavinia Summey Gillespie obit Jan 18, 1989 Lynchburg, VA

Lelia Gillespie obit Jan 28, 1931 Lynchburg, VA

Lewis Gillespie obit Feb 15, 1930 Lynchburg, VA

Lizzie Gillespie obit Feb 28, 1907 Lynchburg, VA

Loma Gillian Gillespie obit April 1, 1996 Lynchburg, VA

Luther Gillespie obit Oct 3, 1907 Lynchburg, VA

Luther C Gillespie b Aug 18, 1906. d Feb 15, 1969 age 62 yrs. Middleburg Memorial Loudoun Co, Virginia

Lydia Blake Gillespie,  Born July 23, 1937, widow of Lt. Col. Clarke McKinley Gillespie, Jr. (U.S.Army), died July 25, 2016, in Ashburn, Virginia. She was predeceased by her parents, James M. and Lydia Pruett Blake, and brother, James Blake, III. Born in Mobile, Alabama, she was a graduate of Huntingdon College. She lived in the northern Virginia area for over forty-five years, and worked twenty of those years for the American Association of School Administrators and in other areas of education. Survivors include her son, Clarke M. Gillespie, III (Genie) of Chicago, Illinois; her daughters, Lisa G. Reckmeyer (Tony) and Laurie Gillespie of Ashburn, Virginia; her granddaughters, McKinley, Sarah and Hannah; and her sister, Jamie Blake of Mobile, Alabama. A memorial service was held Saturday, August 27, 2016, 11 a.m. at Annandale United Methodist Church, 6935 Columbia Pike, Annandale, VA 22003. Burial will be in Arlington National Cemetery at a later date.

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Margaret O’Neil Gillespie.  Of Arlington, VA on Wednesday, April 20, 2005, age 80. Cherished wife of the late Robert W. Gillespie, Sr.; loving mother of Margaret Yawkey (Thomas) of State College, PA, Robert W. Gillespie, Jr. (Laurette) of Woodbridge, VA, Mark Gillespie of Indianapolis, IN, Sally Gillespie and Bonnie O’Neill, both of Arlington, VA; beloved grandmother of Jennifer Gillespie Nguyen (Thong), Robert M. Gillespie (Christy), Zachary Gillespie (Brandy), Shaun Yawkey, Brian Yawkey and Brenna O’Neill; treasured great-grandmother of Alexander Nguyen, Elizabeth Nguyen, William Nguyen and Samantha Gillespie; as well as a dear friend to many. Family  received friends Saturday, April 23, 2 p.m. at Every-Wheatley Funeral Home Chapel  1500 W. Braddock Rd., Alexandria, VA. .

Margaret Smoot Gillespie obit March 6, 1989 Lynchburg, VA

Martha H Gillespie 1875 – 1981 Atlantic Baptist Church Cem, Virginia.  Footstone.

Mary Elizabeth Hudson Hamilton Gillespie obit Feb 17, 1961 Lynchburg, VA

Mary Jane Gillespie obit Dec 23, 2006 Lynchburg, VA

Mrs. Mary Jane Smith Gillespie, 58, of Caldwell, died Wednesday, Jan. 19, 1972, at Emmett Memorial Hospital in Clifton Forge, VA., following an extended illness. Born June 27, 1913, at Hillsboro, she was a daughter of the late George and Etta Curry Smith.
She was an employee of the Greenbrier Hotel in White Sulphur Springs. and a member of the Carroll Hill United Methodist Church.
She was preceeded in death in 1960 by her husband, James Gerald Gillespie. Survivors include: four daughters, Mrs.Leta Ebert of Watertown, Wis., Mrs. Dorothy Estep of Asbury, Miss Nancy Gillespie of Caldwell, and Mrs. Karen Smithof Caneyville, Ky.; six sons, Raymond with the U. S. Army in Long Island, N.Y., Glen of Summersville, Lawrenceof Alexandria, Va., Gordon and Clifton of Caldwell, Kenneth with the U. S. Navy in San Francisco, Calif, one sister,Mrs. Eula Rose of Hillsboro; three brothers, Lee Smith of Leonard, Lloyd Smith of Clarksburg and Tommy Smith of Baltimore, Md.; 13 grandchildren.

Funeral services was conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Carroll Hill United Methodist Church with the Rev. R. P. Quesenberry officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery. Pallbearers were Walter Clark, Julian Holliday, Ivan Estep, Ronald Hill, Walter Martin Baker, Roy Kincaid Jr. and Arthur Erskine. Friends called after1 p.m. Friday at the Jack K. Wallace Funeral Home in Lewisburg. The family received friends from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday.

Mary Kekones Gillespie, 97, Of Virginia Beach / McLean, VA, passed away July 14, 2023 surrounded by her loving family. She is survived by daughters Elene Paul (Gary), MaryJo McGehee, Corinne Gabriel (Chris), granddaughters Heather Garza (Justin), Ginger McGehee, Alexandra Gabriel (Kara) and Stephanie Gabriel, and great-grandchildren Rilah and James George. Funeral services July 24 at St. Katherine Greek Orthodox Church, Falls Church, VA. Viewing 10:30 a.m., funeral 11 a.m. Private burial at Quantico National Cemetery, July 25.

Mary Katherine Premo Gillespie, 47 of Narrows, VA went to be with the Lord on Monday, March 25, 2019 at UVA Medical Center in Charlottesville, VA. Mary was born on December 5, 1971 in Welch, WV and was a daughter of Dewey Wilson Premo, Jr. and Lina Mae Ausborne Premo of Kimball, WV. She was preceded in death by her maternal and paternal grandparents. Mary was a 1990 graduate of Mount View High School in Welch, attended Mt. Vernon Nazarene University in Ohio and was the owner and operator of Dahlia’s Delights Bakery in Pearisburg where she was known as the “Cake Lady”. Mary was a member of the Nazarene Church in Welch, attended the Wayside Mission Baptist Church in Narrows. She was a loving wife, mother, sister, daughter and friend to all. Besides her parents, she is survived by her husband, David Allen Gillespie of Narrows, her birth mother, Nancy Addair Chambers of Tank Hill, Northfork, WV, two step sons, Cheyenne David Gillespie, Matthew Daniel Gillespie both of Narrows, her furbaby, Sissy, four sisters, Doreen Premo Riffe of Welch, WV, Carmella Premo Williams (Darrell) of Davy, WV, Bettina Premo of Kimball, WV, Angela Premo Maynard (Larry) of Davy, WV, many special nieces and nephews and a special great nephew Mikey. Funeral services will be conducted Friday, March 29, 2019 at the Riffe-Givens Funeral Chapel in Narrows at 11:00am with the Rev. Ryan Meadows officiating with burial following in the Woodlawn Cemetery in Bluewell, WV. The family will receive friends Thursday evening from 6 – 8 pm at the Riffe-Givens Funeral Home.

Mary S Gillespie Nov 14, 1961 – Jan 21, 1949 Modest Town Baptist Church Cem, Modest Town, Virginia

Maud M – see Earl Gillespie

Maynard Carington Gillespie obit Aug 12, 1948 Lynchburg, VA

Mildred Caroline Gillespie obit July 5, 1923 Lynchburg, VA

Mildred F Gillespie, b July 19, 1898. Died March 24, 2000. US Army, SGT, Residence Takoma Park, Maryland. Buried May 9, 2000. Arlington National Cemetery

Minnie E Gillespie (old tombstone unreadable from photo), Wessells Cem near Rew, Virginia

Mollie McGee Gillespie obit Nov 25, 1981 Lynchburg, VA

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Nannie Gillespie obit Jan 25, 1914 Lynchburg, VA

Naomi McCraw Gillespie, a devoted Christian and beloved member of the Galax, Virginia community, passed away January 17, 2025 surrounded by her family, leaving behind a rich legacy of love and faith. Born and raised in Galax, she dedicated her life to her roles as a wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother. She was preceded in death by her husband, Johnny L. Gillespie, her son, Kerry Gillespie, Son-in-law Johnny W Carico, and her grandson, John Carico. Naomi is survived by her brother Joseph D McCraw and Doris Murray, her loving children, Kathy Benefield of Cleveland, Tennessee, Karen Carico of Galax, and Kim and Lara Gillespie of Galax, along with her cherished niece Missy Akers of King, North Carolina. Her family continues to honor her memory through her grandchildren, including Brad Benefield (Heather), Shea Carico (Mark), Brooke Jones, Jason Gillespie (Chelsea), Kimberly Lineberry (Dennis), Elijah Gillespie, and Lillian Elizabeth Gillespie, all of whom carry forward her spirit of generosity and kindness. She loved her 9 great-grandchildren: Madison Rodas, Chase Carico, Abby Carico, Wilson Benefield, Tyler Lineberry, Sage Carico, Gracie Lineberry, Cadence Jones, Emma Carico, and Zoey Carico. And  great-great-grandchildren: Ava, Jackson, and Beckham Rodas, and LeiLani Carico.

Naomi was a dedicated member of the Cliffview Church of God, where she taught Sunday School for over 50 years, profoundly impacting the lives of so many in her community. Her unwavering faith and commitment to her family and church will be remembered fondly by all who knew her. The funeral service will be held Tuesday at 2:00 PM in the Cliffview Church of God with Pastor Jackie Poe and the Rev. Lyndsey Dunn officiating. Burial will follow in the  Allen Cemetery. The family will receive friends Tuesday from 1:00 PM until time for the funeral service at the Cliffview Church of God, Galax, Virginia.

Nathaniel Gillespie, Sr obit Jan 25, 2006 Lynchburg, VA

Nensy Gillespie obit Jan 3, 1928 Lynchburg, VA

Nora Gillespie obit March 24, 1908 Lynchburg, VA

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Oscar Gillespie obit Oct 24, 1905 Lynchburg, VA

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Peter J Gillespie, Sr 1853 – 1945 ‘Father’ Atlantic Baptist Church Cem, Virginia

P J Gillespie, Jr June 9, 1879 – Aug 7, 1923 Atlantic Baptist Church Cem, Virginia

Richard E Gillespie  (Age 86)  Col. U.S. Army (Ret.) Of Lake Ridge, VA passed away June 18, 2014. USMA Class of 1949; 30-year distinguished military career; 15 years in the private sector promoting US-China-Mongolia business ties. Active prostate cancer prevention advocate. A memorial service was held Saturday, July 26 in the Potomac Room of Westminster at Lake Ridge, 12191 Clipper Drive, Lake Ridge, VA. Interment  at Arlington National Cemetery

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Sally Eileen Gillespie.   Of Arlington, VA, passed away peacefully on May 30, 2021, age 66,  after a long hospitalization. Cherished sister of Bonnie F. O’Neill of Arlington, VA; Robert W. Gillespie, Jr. (Laurette) of Woodbridge, VA; Mark Gillespie of Indianapolis, IN; and the late Margaret Yawkey (Thomas) of State College, PA. Daughter of the late Robert W. Gillespie, Sr. and Margaret (Peggy) O’Neill Gillespie of McMurray, PA. Treasured aunt (and Mom #2) of Brenna K. Carlson (Dale) of Ellicott City, MD. Beloved aunt of Jennifer Gillespie Nguyen (Thong) of Pinehurst, NC; Robert M. Gillespie (Donel) of Manassas, VA; Zachary Gillespie (Dina) of Columbus, OH; Brian Yawkey (Jessica) and Shaun Yawkey of Laurel, MD. Loving great aunt of Alexander, Elizabeth, and William Nguyen; Samantha (SEG 2), Robby, and Marek Gillespie; and Joe, Noah, and George Gillespie. Special cousin of Joyce Linza (Angelo) of Pittsburgh, PA.

Sally was a 1972 graduate of Peters Township High School in McMurrary, PA; 1976 graduate of Maryville College in Maryville, TN; and received an M.B.A. in 1982 from The George Washington University in Washington, DC. At the time of her death, she was an IT project manager for SiriusXM Radio in Washington, DC. She was a long-time member of the Washington National Cathedral Choral Society. Sally loved family, friends, music, traveling, and reading. She leaves behind many dear friends and broken-hearted family who will miss her beautiful spirit. A memorial service to celebrate Sally’s life was held at 1 p.m. August 28, 2021 at the Everly Wheatley Funeral Home in Alexandria, VA.

Samuel Everett Gillespie obit March 21, 1957 Lynchburg, VA

Sarah Pagans Gillespie obit May 31, 2006 Lynchburg, VA

Scarlett Brown (Tina) Gillespie, 75, of Salem, (January 25, 1943 November 17, 2018) joined her Heavenly Father on Saturday, November 17, 2018, just eight short months to the date after losing her daughter. She was a MeMaw and Great-MeMaw, and enjoyed spending time with her daughters, grandchildren, and great-grandsons. She was a huge Salem Football fan and up until her illnesses never missed a game. Her family meant the world to her. Preceding her in death were her parents, Harry and Allie Brown; husband of 25 years, Patrick Gillespie; daughter, Melissa Jo Huffman; and six siblings. Her surviving family includes daughters, Trina Bateman and husband, Richard, and Carmen Gillespie; grandchildren, Morgan, Hannah, Patrick, and Samantha; great-grandchildren, Levi and Ryder; son-in-law, Sammy Huffman; and special niece, Pam Harrison. Special appreciation is extended to Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital’s 9 South PCU and ICU as well as 10 Mountain ICU for the loving care of Tina. A period of visitation will begin at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, November 20, 2018, at Bethel Baptist Church located at 1601 South Colorado Street in Salem, Va. 24153. A memorial service will follow at 7 p.m. with the Rev. Hilton Jeffreys officiating. In lieu of flowers, charitable contributions may be made to the preschool and after school program at Bethel Baptist Church.

Sheila M Gillespie obit Feb 7, 1970 Lynchburg, VA

Sheila Michelle Gillespie obit Feb 6, 1976 Lynchburg, VA

Sherry Peters Gillespie was born May 19, 1933 in Chicago, Illinois to Elaine Ruth Panton and Marelle Gordon Peters. She grew up in Cincinnati and graduated from Withrow High School in 1951. She attended Ohio State University and later earned a bachelor’s degree in history and education from Wayne State University. Next she attended the University of Cincinnati, where she earned a master’s degree in modern European history. In 1953, Sherry married Joseph Siracuse, and they divorced in 1960. From 1961 to 1964, she lived in California and taught high school history. In fall 1964, she traveled to Poland and Germany to study abroad. While in Germany, Sherry had to cross Checkpoint Charlie daily into East Berlin to attend class. In 1965, she returned to the United States for doctoral work in history at Syracuse University, and then settled in Washington, DC to work for the government.

On March 2, 1968, she married James Richard Matz while working at the Department of Commerce. A year later, they welcomed their first child, Anna Elaine Matz, and soon after moved to Jakarta, Indonesia where James was posted at the U.S. Embassy. In 1972, the couple had their second daughter, Bethany Eleanor Matz, and in 1975, the family moved to southern California, where Sherry taught English in local community colleges. The family moved to Johannesburg, South Africa in 1980. Two years later, they moved to the Rio Grande Valley in south Texas, where Sherry taught in the Harlingen public schools. Sherry and James divorced in 1993. She moved to Arlington, Virginia and continued teaching at local community colleges.

On November 20, 2008, Sherry married Jack Roger Gillespie in Great Falls, Virginia. Together they traveled extensively, visiting 27 countries including Vietnam, China, Scotland, Spain, Italy, and South Africa. They also visited state parks across the Pacific Northwest as well as Vancouver, Victoria, and Olympic Park. Throughout their happy marriage, the couple entertained a wide circle of family and friends, volunteered at the Dulles Air and Space Museum, attended many events at the National Press Club, and took classes in art and astronomy at NoVa Community College. Sherry also wrote poetry and a novel, read widely, gardened, and painted. She was conversant in at least four languages and was a prolific artist, but the role she most enjoyed in retirement was being a grandparent.

Sherry will be remembered for her love of family and friends, her effervescent personality, and her optimism. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Anna Van Lier, and is survived by her husband, Jack Gillespie, daughter Bethany Matz, stepchildren Steven Gillespie, Roger Gillespie, and Pamela Gillespie, granddaughters Alexandra Van Lier and Megan and Chloe Bucholtz, step-granddaughter Kelley Gillespie-Garreis, and step-grandsons Lucas and Jake Harmon. Sherry died April 8, 2023. 
A celebration of Sherry’s amazing life was held on April 29 at 11 a.m. at the Community Lutheran Church, 21014 Whitfield Place, Sterling, Virginia.

Shirley Suggs Gillespie.  Of Locust Grove, VA passed away Thursday September 9, 2010, age 75 at her residence. Mrs. Gillespie worked for seven years with the Agricultural Department; Macy”s Department Store (Hechts) and she retired from the Prince William County Library System. She is survived by her husband, of 56 years, Vernon W. Gillespie; her two sons and their wives, Richard Lee Gillespie and Jacque of Lawton, OK and Stuart W. Gillespie and Kate of Jersey City, NJ, her daughter and her husband, Heather Ann Rice and James of Myrtle Beach, SC. Also, she is survived by her five grandchildren, Heath J. Gillespie, Tyler L. Gillespie, Ariel G. Gillespie, Haylee D. Brown and Christopher Rice. Arlington National Cemetery. Laurel Hill Funeral Home is charge of arrangements

Stanford Gillespie obit Jan 30, 1910 Lynchburg, VA

Sue Carol Gillespie, 1943 – 2023 died in TN (see obit) buried Ridedale Cemetery, Rich Valley,  Virginia

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Thomas Gillespie obit Jan 16, 1929 Lynchburg, VA

Thomas B Gillespie Aug 11, 1953 – July 23, 1992  Gillespie Cemetery, Virginia

Thomas David Gillespie, Jr., 76, died on Thursday, August 10, 2023. He was born Feb. 12, 1947 in Richlands, VA and grew up in Tazewell, VA. He was proceeded in death by his parents, Janis Kathryn Steel Gillespie and Thomas David Gillespie, and his sister, Gail Klyce.

He graduated from Tazewell High School after spending one year at Virginia Episcopal School in Lynchburg, Va. He attended The University of Richmond and graduated from The University of Alabama. Roll Tide! He was a member of Phi Gamma Delta Fraternity.

Tom was married for 52 years to his wife, Melinda. He had two children, Ann Katherine Gillespie Sullivan (Kevin) and Thomas Andrew Gillespie; two grandchildren, Tommy and Nate Sullivan and two nieces, Elizabeth Noles and Katherine Klyce.

Tom worked for Quarles Petroleum for almost 40 years and retired as COO. He was a life time member of the Rotary Club and on the board of directors of The Northern Piedmont Community Foundation.

Tom loved music, especially older country music, Blue Grass, and Ray Charles, despite the fact that he had no rhythm and was tone deaf. He hated vegetables and had absolutely no aptitude for tools, but he had a brilliant business mind.  He was a loving and faithful husband, a wonderful father, a hard worker and a good and loyal friend. A celebration of life will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, August 19, 2023, at Culpeper Country Club, 2100 Country Club Rd, Culpeper, VA 22701

Thurman Albert Gillespie (Frosty) obit June 15, 1987 Lynchburg, VA

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Varlend Gillespie obit Feb 6, 1908 Lynchburg, VA

Vernon Walter Gillespie, Jr. Was born June 23, 1933 in Hollywood, CA and passed January 3, 2017 in Alexandria, VA. Mr. Gillespie was married to Shirley Grace Gillespie, who passed September 9, 2010. Vernon and Shirley enjoyed a 56-year love affair. LTC. (Ret.) Gillespie served in the U.S. Army, enlisting in 1953 and retired as a Lt. Colonel in 1992. Vernon was a Soldier’s Soldier. His career spanned from Vietnam to Desert Storm. He was awarded the Silver Star, the Legion of Merit, 3 Clusters and Bronze Star 3 Clusters.

Vernon is survived by his three children and their families, Richard L. (Jacque), Duncan, OK, Stuart W. (Kate), Jersey City, NJ and Heather Ann Rice (James) of Myrtle Beach, SC; five grandchildren, Heath Gillespie, Tyler Gillespie, Ariel Gillespie, Haylee Brown and Christopher Rice. Vernon is also survived by two brothers, Bill Gillespie (Helen) of Oklahoma City, OK, and Bob Gillespie (Sondra) of Houston, TX; one sister, Shirley Mathews of Oklahoma City, OK; a nephew and nieces. Vernon and Shirley shared many wonderful lifelong friends throughout his military career. Burial services was held at Arlington National Cemetery on March 14, 2017.

Virginia Gillespie obit April 27, 1905 Lynchburg, VA

Virgina S Gillespie, October 28, 1921 – May 17, 2005. Virginia Kathleen Seets Gillespie, age 83 went to be with the lord & her loving husband at her home after a long illness on May 17, 2005. She was born on Oct. 28, 1921, in Superior, West Virginia, in McDowell County. She was a loving, gentle, humble wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and great-grandmother and loved her family very much. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, of 57 years, John Carson Gillespie Sr., her parents Lawrence Lester and Clara Elizabeth Seets, a brother John J. Seets, and a sister Alice P. McPeak. Survivors include: Two Sons and Daughters-in-law: John C. Gillespie Jr and wife Mary, Mooresville, NC Robert D. Gillespie and wife Phyllis, Atkins, VA Two Daughters & a Son in Law: Rebecca D. Seymour and special son-in-law Jimmy Seymour, Rich Valley, VA Loving daughter and care giver Debbie S. Lowe, Marion, VA One Brother and Sister-in-law: George Curtis Seets and wife Sharon, Vinton, VA Sister-in-law: Lettie Gillespie, Marion, VA Ten Grandchildren: Five granddaughters: Sandy Seymour, Vikki Speer, Stephanie Anderson, Marion, VA Kathy Burns, Bessemer City, NC, Kim Graham, Conover, NC Six grandsons: Jamie Seymour, Rich Valley, VA; Johnny Gillespie, Jeffery Gillespie, Mooresville, NC; David Gillespie, Dougie Gillespie, Jason Gillespie, West Virginia Twenty-one Great Grandchildren. Several nieces and nephews also survive.

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Wade Gillespie obit Jan 29, 1910 Lynchburg, VA

Wiley Gillespie obit March 18, 1931 Lynchburg, VA

William Gillespie obit April 11, 1911 Lynchburg, VA

Dr William A Gillespie obit Jan 13, 1875 Lynchburg, VA

William A Gillespie b 1887 d 1936. Sterling Cem, Loudoun Co, Virginia

William Allen Gillespie obit Nov 15, 1986 Lynchburg, VA

William C Gillespie, Sr May 18, 1859 – Sept 13, 1939 Modest Town Baptist Church Cem, Modest Town, Virginia

William C Gillespie, Jr. August 8, 1883 – August 15, 1947 Modest Town Baptist Church Cem, Modest Town, Virginia

William Hamilton Gillespie,  departed this life on Monday, April 29, 2013 at age 50. Will was thoughtful, caring, and well-read. He was a science fiction and games buff, a man both analytical and gentle. He was a caring son, a warm brother, a devoted husband, and a loving father. Will was born in Erie, Pennsylvania, on April 20, 1963. He graduated from Fairview High School in Pennsylvania in 1981 as the Valedictorian. He received his BA in mathematics and economics from Williams College in 1985, Summa Cum Laude, Salutatorian, and Phi Beta Kappa. He graduated from Yale University in 1990 with an M.A., M.Ph., and PhD in economics. He was employed as an economist by the Anti-Trust Division of the Justice Department, where he served for 23 years. One of the highlights of his service to his country was a term as an economist on the White House Council of Economic Advisors in 2000. He is survived by his wife, Catherine Baum Gillespie and their daughter, Anna. Other survivors include his parents, Philip G. and Carol M. Gillespie of Gainesville, VA; brothers, Philip M. Gillespie (Elizabeth) of Scarsdale, NY and James S. Gillespie(Wen-Lei), Tunghai University, Taichung, Taiwan; and niece Claire M. Gillespie, Scarsdale, NY. A memorial service was held Sunday, May 5 at Burke Presbyterian Church, Burke, VA, with visitation at 1 p.m. and the service at 2 p.m. Interment in Arlington National Cemetery will take place in the fall.

Wyatt P Gillespie obit Feb 22, 1941 Lynchburg, VA

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Zenola Sale Gillespie obit Jan 20, 1997 Lynchburg, VA

Record Count:  157

Source:  online obituaries; Virginia Death Index; MIchigan Chronicle (African/American oldest newspaper). Tribute Archives; Washington Post. Echovita, Legacy

Fuller records for obituaries for Lynchburg are available from Jones Memorial Library.