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Andrew W Gillispie Nov 27, 1895 – Jan 31, 1935 (aged 39). Cherokee Cemetery, Cherokee, Crawford Co, Kansas. Spouse Elsie Mae Jackson Hartsell (1903 – 1990 m 1920). Children: Lois, Lucille, Doris, Charles Gillispie
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Betty Jean Gillespie April 16, 1931 – May 1, 2021
Overland Park, Kansas – Betty was born April 16, 1931 in Clarksville, Arkansas to Harlan and Ferriel Johnson. She passed away with her daughters by her side in Overland Park, Kansas on May 1, 2021.
Betty and Blackie Gillespie were married on April 15, 1951 at Camp Stoneman, CA. They lived in Little Rock, AR until being transferred to Overland Park, KS. After Blackie died in 1975, she put all the love and strength she had to care for and support her daughters. She retired in 1998 after a long and successful career with Computer Science Corporation. Betty most enjoyed reading, conversation and traveling with her family and numerous friends. She made regular trips to her beloved Arkansas to visit family. She cherished spending time with her grandchildren and was thankful to have such a great relationship with both sons-in-law, Brad and Dan.
Survivors include her daughters, Pam (Brad) Grieves of Auburn, KS and Kim (Dan) Penner of Prairie Village, KS; grandchildren, Kimberly Grieves (Shaun McLean) Frisco, TX; Will Penner (Yesenia Flores), San Diego, CA; Rachel Grieves, Topeka, KS; Erin Penner, Fort Collins, CO; sisters-in law, Rachel Johnson and Geneva Pledger. She is also survived by many loving nieces, nephews and friends.
Betty was preceded in death by her husband Hays “Blackie” Gillespie, brothers Dean Johnson and Harold Johnson and sister Anna Spanke. A celebration of life was held at 11:00 AM on May 22, 2021, at Rolling Hills Presbyterian Church, 9300 Nall Ave., Overland Park, Kansas 66207.
Betty Lee Gillespie May 22, 1921 – Dec 28, 2003 Hugoton Cemetery, Stevens Co, Kansas
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Catherine A Gillespie (Kate) April 23, 1926 – April 22, 2005 Leoti Cemetery, Wichita County, Kansas
CF Gillespie death Oct 26, 1904 belonged to a lodge at Parson, Labette Co, Kansas
C P Gillespie death Jan 1918 belonged to lodge at Glen Elder, Mitchell County, Kansas
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Diane Lynn Gillespie. Funeral services for Diane Lynn Gillespie, 52, Merriam, will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday at the Grainfield United Methodist Church. Burial will follow in the Grainfield Cemetery.
Ms. Gillespie died Sunday, March 29, 2009, at the Overland Park Regional Medical Center. She was born June 4, 1956, in Quinter, the daughter of William D. and Beulah Maddox Gillespie.
Ms. Gillespie was a 1974 graduate of Wheatland High School in Grainfield and a 1978 graduate of Kansas State University. She was a member of the KSU Alumni Association. Ms. Gillespie was a contract specialist for Social and Rehabilitation Services in Kansas City, Kan., for 30 years and also worked part-time for CVS Pharmacy.
She was a member of the Birthday Club and collected teddy bears.
Survivors include her mother, Beulah Gillespie, Grainfield; three brothers, Kim Gillespie and wife Gloria, Roscoe, Texas, Terry Gillespie, Ulysses, and Mark Gillespie and wife Brenda, Sevierville, Tenn.; and four nephews, Kevin and Corey Gillespie, Matthew Stranghoner and Jimmy Griffin. She was preceded her in death by her father and a brother, Gail Gillespie. The family greeted friends from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the Warren-McElwain Mortuary Eudora Chapel and from noon to 1:30 p.m. Friday at the church in Grainfield.
Donald Martin Gillespie, July 21, 1953 – June 24, 2010 . Donald Martin Gillespie was born July 21, 1953, in Quinter, KS, to the late Varney ‘Pete’ and Margaret (Schurr) Gillespie. He passed away Thursday, June 24, 2010, in the Gove County Medical Center at Quinter, at the age of 56. As a young child, Don and his family resided in Grainfield where he attended elementary school, and graduated from Wheatland High School in 1971. In 1973, he earned an associates degree from Colby Community College. He then worked for the Kansas Department of Transportation from 1973 to 1987.
On May 16, 1981, Don was united in marriage to Linda Kay Heier in Park. They made their home on a farm south of Park and he became a full time farmer after his father’s passing in 1987. Don later completed the Residential Electrician Course from North Central Technical College in Hays and started operating his own company known as Gillespie Electric. He enjoyed wiring and helping others in between his farming duties.
Those left to mourn his passing are his wife, Linda, of Park; his sister, Patricia ‘Patsy’ Mendenhall and husband, Terry, of Gove; and many nieces and nephews. His parents and a sister, Karan Kay Gillespie preceded him in death.
Don had a huge heart and his love for animals and people, especially children, was evident when he supplied candy and popsicles to the school children. He treasured the smiles on their faces. His greatest attribute was his sense of humor and no one was exempt from his joking and teasing. In his spare time, Don enjoyed reading and watching history shows.
Visitation for Don was held 5:00-7:30 PM Monday, June 28, 2010 at Schmitt Funeral Home in Quinter. KS with vigil service at 7:30.
Donnie L Gillespie July 6, 1937- Sept 21, 1943 – May 7, 2009 Coffeyville, KS. Married August 16, 1974. Pumpkin Creek Cemetery, Montgomery Co, Kansas
Donna Lee Gillespie, passed away Thursday, June 18, 2020. She was born January 27, 1933 to Lloyd and Mary Norris in Garnett, Kansas. Donna graduated from East High School in 1951. She loved to work in the yard gardening and watching the birds. Donna enjoyed sewing, especially making clothing for her children and grandchildren. Jack and Donna loved traveling the world and seeing beautiful sights together. She was preceded in death by her parents. Donna is survived by her husband of 68 years, Jack; daughters, Debbie Gillespie, Paula (Bob) Cullinan, and Sharon (Brad) Smith; grandchildren, Joseph Cullinan, Thomas Cullinan, Rebecca Smith, and Jennifer Smith; great-grandchildren, Brooke and David. Visitation: Tuesday, June 23, 2020 from 5 to 7 pm at Smith Mortuary, Derby 1415 North Rock Road Derby, Kansas 67037. Graveside Service: Wednesday, June 24, 2020 at 2:00 pm at El Paso Cemetery, 700 E. Kay Derby, Kansas 67037.
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Edward L Gillespie passed away, Friday, April 18, 2025. Rosary, 7pm, Friday, April 25 and Funeral Mass, 10am, Saturday, April 26, both at St. Cecilia Catholic Church, Haysville. Edward was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and June Gillespie; brothers, Mick and Rick Gillespie. He is survived by his wife Dana Gillespie; children, Angela (Rick) Staats of Hickory Creek, TX, Jeremy (Dawn) Gillespie of Grove, OK, Justin (Sara) Gillespie of Wichita; siblings, Carolyn Wilson of Rose Hill, Cleo (Don) Livergood, George (Diane) Gillespie all of Moline, Jim Gillespie of Clearwater, Joan (Rocky) Welborn of Wichita, Connie O’Neill of Fredonia, Kevin Gillespie of Wichita; grandchildren, Derek Gillespie, Nathan Staats, Kaitlyn Staats, Kaylee Staats, Micah Gillespie, Molly Gillespie; great-grandchild, Aiden King and numerous nieces and nephews.
Elizabeth Jane Gillespie, 79, formerly of Kansas City, died Sat., May 14, 2005 in Andover. Graveside services were held May 17, 2005 at Riverview Cemetery, Arkansas City. Jane was born Jan. 10, 1926 to Dr. E. Harry Clayton and Leora G. (Gunn) Clayton in Arkansas City. She graduated from Arkansas City High School in 1944. Jane went to work for Mutual of New York Life Insurance, where she continued until her retirement in 1986. She received many accolades for her involvement with LICOMA. Survivors: daughter, Jan Bird; son, David Gillespie both of Wichita; brothers, John W. Clayton of Independence, MO, James H. Clayton of Wichita; grandchildren, William Bird, Beth Anne Harrell, Keith Gillespie, Brian Gillespie, Carrie Ryerson, Matt Gillespie, Maegan Blake; 14 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Elizabeth Ann; son, Stephen Edward and grandson, Jeffrey Hugh. Rindt-Erdman Funeral Home, 100 E. Kansas, Arkansas City, KS.
Elizabeth W Gillespie Bickerdyke Cemetery, Ellsworth Co, Kansas -“This cemetery is connected with the Bickerdyke Home for widows and orphans of Civil War Veterans. It consisted of a 25 room hospital, 30 room barracks, 15 brick cottages and a 8 room cottage for the staff. 32 women were buried here from 1902 – 1919. The names are inscribed on one stone.”
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Frank V Gillespie Oct 4, 1861 – May 9, 1920 Oak Hill Cemetery, Atchison Co, Kansas
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Gene L Gillespie 83, KG & E machininst, died July 20, 2009. Services 10 a.m., Thursday, Kaufman Funeral Home, Halstead, with Chaplain Roger Brooner presiding. He married Susan M. Porter on January 2, 1947 in Wichita. Survivors include: his wife, Susan of the home; sons, James (Pam) Gillespie of Sedgwick, Bart (Dawna) Gillespie of El Dorado; daughter, Geanne Alley of Sedgwick; sister, Dorothy Dodds of Wichita; 5 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. Kaufman Funeral Home.
George R Gillespie 1878 – 1944 Elm Grove Cemetery, Labette Co, Kansas
Glenn E Gillespie March 3, 1916 – March 20, 2003 Hugoton Cemetery, Stevens Co, Kansas
Grace Gillespie 1893 – 1976 Hugoton Cemetery, Stevens Co, Kansas “Mother”
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Helen Gillespie 1909 – 1911. Nellie, wife of R H Gillespie, 1876 – 1914. Ward W 1897 – 1918. Union Cemetery, Montgomery Co, Kansas
Helen R Gillespie Union Cemetery, Montgomery Co, Kansas
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James C. Gillespie, 87, Overland Park, KS, passed away July 31, 2003, at Shawnee Mission Medical Center. Visitation will be 5-7 p.m. Sunday, August 3, at McGilley & Hoge Chapel, with a religious service at 7 p.m. Mass of Christian burial was held 10 a.m. Monday, August 4, 2003, at the Queen of the Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 71st & Metcalf, Overland Park, KS. James was born to the late James and Cecilia (Carlson) Gillespie July 21, 1916, in Columbus, KS. He graduated from Mineral High School in Mineral, KS. James attended KU and was a graduate of George Washington University. He attended law school at George Washington University. James was a veteran of World War II who participated in the Battle of the Bulge. While in the Army, he was promoted from buck private to Master Sergeant in six weeks. He worked for the Corps of Engineers in Washington, D.C. He transferred to Kansas to work for the Internal Revenue Service in 1948, working in Topeka, Pittsburg and Kansas City. While working for the IRS, he worked for the fraud squad and the organized crime drive. Mr. Gillespie was a 3rd degree member of the Knights of Columbus, former member of the Jet Set Square Dance Club and several round dance clubs. He had been a member of the Queen of the Holy Rosary Parish since 1960. He also enjoyed bowling, golf and attending activities with his grandchildren. Survivors include his wife of 59 years, Mary Gillespie of the home; son, Jim Gillespie and wife, Kim, Overland Park, KS; daughter, Nancy Geiger and husband, Larry, of Overland Park, KS; four grandchildren, Molly and Maggie Gillespie, Brian and Laura Geiger. He was preceded in death by his brother, Tom Gillespie, and two sisters, Cecilia Kennedy and Mary Guthrie. (Arrangements: McGilley & Hoge Chapel, 8024 Santa Fe Dr., Overland Park, KS 66204, 913-642-
James D Gillespie “Jim” Jim was born on February 14, 1939 in Kansas City, Missouri. He was the son of Glenn H. and Clara Elizabeth (Blackwell) Gillespie. He grew up in Independence, Missouri. He attended Lee’s Summit High School. Jim worked as a short order cook at the age of 16. Following his stint as a chef he worked on the line for Leed’s General Motors (Fisher Body) for 30 years. He was a member of the UAW and a committee man. He was married to Judy Robnett on April 2, 1960 at Roanoke Baptist Church. They had two sons together, Robby and Ronald. Jim was preceded in death by parents Glenn and Clara, brother Robert, wife Judy, and son Robby.
He is survived by his son Ronald (Ronny) Gillespie and wife Jennifer; grandchildren Gailen Gillespie (Andrea), Kristina Grimmett (Jeremy), Robin Gillespie, and Rachel Gillespie (Lake); great-grandchildren Lucy, Khole, Lincoln, Everly, Adrien, Abigail, Karlie, and Kinley; sister-in-law Polly Robnett; and numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family. A visitation was held one hour prior to the service. Funeral service was at 1:00 pm on Wednesday, April 19, 2023 at Mt. Moriah, Newcomer & Freeman Funeral Home, 10507 Holmes Road, Kansas City, Missouri 64131. Burial in Mt. Moriah Cemetery.
Janie Marie Gillespie, 82, of Augusta, KS, passed away Sunday, March 1, 2026 in Wichita, Kansas. Visitation 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Friday, March 6, 2026 at Headley Funeral Chapel, Augusta. Service 2:00 p.m. Saturday, March 7, 2026, at First Baptist Church, Douglass, KS. Burial followed at Fairview Cemetery Augusta, KS. Janie was born in Coffeyville, KS on November 11, 1943, to the late Mildred (Bailey) Forgey and August Henry. Janie had worked as switchboard operator at Coffeyville Memorial Hospital, a waitress at her family’s restaurant, an Avon group leader, and spent many years as a homemaker caring for her family with love. She enjoyed crafting and going to garage sales, but singing was one of her greatest passions and she spent many years singing gospel music in church. Sharing her love for Christ was very important to Janie and music was one of the ways she shared that love. On April 28, 1975 she married Gary Gillespie in Wichita, KS who survives her. She is also survived by: son, Stanley Calabrese and wife Juli; daughter, Terry Ann Calabrese; son, James Gillespie and wife Tiffany; step son, Raymond Gillespie and wife Terri Jo; step daughter, Leigh Ann Davis and husband Tom; brother, Patrick Henry; grandchildren, Trista Martin (Jared), Tiffani York (Evan), Tristan Moyer, Billy Nagy (Jacy), Carlie Nagy, Cindy Gillespie, Laiken Gillespie, Jeremy Gillespie (Tiffany), Sara Martell (Pete), Christopher Davis, Nick Davis (Meghan); great grandchildren, Jaeden Martin, Tiara Martin, Jaxon Martin, Ozzie Nagy, Summer York, Tanner Gillespie, Harley Gillespie, Nicole Maria Armour Davis, Ethan Martell, Avery Martell, and 1 on the way.
Jean A Gillespie (Kelly) passed away on Sunday, December 15, 2013, after a long courageous battle with breast cancer. She was born in Monett, MO on November 25, 1949, to Eldon and Helen Kelly, who preceded her in death. Jean is survived by her husband, James “Jim”; daughter, Shani (Chris) Hoebener of Wichita; son, James (Jennifer) Gillespie of Mulvane; four grandchildren, Lauren and Brianne Hoebener, Jaden and Jhace Gillespie. Services were held 6 p.m. Friday, December 20, at Smith Mortuary, 1415 N. Rock Rd., Derby, KS.
J I Gillespie death Jan 28, 1909 belonged to lodge in Niles, Ottawa Co, Kansas
J W Gillespie death June 20, 1908 belonged to lodge at Norton, Norton Co, Kansas
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K.C. Alexander Joe Gillespie, 20, of Edwardsville, KS passed away March 11, 2018. Visitation was 2-4 p.m., service 4 p.m. Saturday, March 17, at the Alden-Harrington Funeral Home. This will be a double service with his grandfather, Russell J. Mantooth, that passed away on Monday, March 12, 2018.
K.C. was born Jan. 30, 1998 in Kansas City, KS, the son of Michelle Mantooth Gillespie and Kenneth C. Gillespie II. K.C. attended White Church Elementary, Arrowhead and Eisenhower Middle Schools where he enjoyed playing football and Bonner Springs High School. K.C. showed up surprising this whole world from the time he was born. He was the fifth generation living on his father’s side of his family. Like most kids he was always on the go and loved the outdoors. He enjoyed X-Box video games, rap music, The Walking Dead, tinkering with cars with his Uncle Damian and would always have a Mountain Dew in his hands if he could. K.C. had but one love of his life Tamara Roberts and together brought into this world Kali Marie Lynn Gillespie. He was so proud to be a daddy and was a great dad to her. K.C. was very adventurous and never met a stranger. He loved to watch football and basketball with his Grandpa Russell. Family and friends meant everything to him and he was proud to have recently begun employment at Smithfield Foods in Edwardsville, KS. K.C. is survived by his parents Michelle Mantooth Gillespie and Kenneth C. Gillespie II; brothers Quentin and Parker Gillie; his love Tamara Roberts and daughter Kali Marie Lynn Gillespie all of Edwardsville, KS. Additionally, he was survived by his maternal grandparents Kathryn and the recently deceased Russell Mantooth of Edwardsville; his paternal grandparents Kenneth C. Gillespie and Bennie Gillespie of Kansas City, KS as well as numerous aunts, uncles, other family and friends who loved him so much. Arr.: Alden-Harrington Funeral Home, 913-422-4074.
Kenneth Adrain Gillespie July 22, 1917 – Nov 3, 1982 Veteran World War II & Korean War. Aviation Boatswain’s Mate Third Class US Navy
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Lauretta Glenora Gillespie March 30, 1921 – Dec 13, 2003 Notes: m Arthur Marshall Gillespie 1938 at Coffeyville. Elm Grove Cemetery, Labette County, Kansas
Leo O Gillespie death Dec 24, 1965 belonged to lodge at Le Roy, Coffey Co, Kansas
Lois M Gillespie, “Peggy” 91, died Nov. 19, 2008 at Via Christi Medical Center, St. Francis Campus, Wichita, Kan. She was born May 19, 1917, north of Zenda, Kan., the second child of William Victor and Mary Grace (Martindale) Wright. Lois graduated from Zenda Rural High School in 1933 and Southwestern College at Winfield, Kan., in 1939 with majors in English and Latin. On May 31, 1941, she married Victor Allen Gillespie, a recent graduate of the Air Corps flying school at Kelly Field, Texas. They lived in Wichita, Kan., Indianola, Iowa, and Boulder, Colo., retiring at last to her grandparent’s farm near Zenda. At the time of her death, she was a member of the Zenda United Methodist Church, the P.E.O. Sisterhood, Daughters of the American Revolution, and Zenda Federated Music Club. She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, William; her husabnd, Colonel Victor A. Gillespie, U.S.A.F retired, and her only daughter, Vicki Gillespie Mickelsen. She is survived by her sister, Mary M. “Tommy” Coberly of Seattle, Wash. and sons, James M. Gillespie of Boulder, Colo. and William B. Gillespie of Tucson, Ariz. She is also survived by two daughters-in-law; seven grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Funeral services were 10:30 a.m. Monday at the Zenda United Methodist Church with Rev. John Thompson presiding. Friends called from 1 to 6 p.m. Sunday at the Livingston Funeral Home, Kingman with the family receiving friends from 4 to 6 p.m. Graveside services will be 1 p.m. Monday at the Maud Cemetery, Cunningham.
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Marie Gillespie of Derby, Kansas. age 73, retired Boeing Production Analyst, passed away Thursday, June 4, 2009. Visitation 1 to 8pm Tuesday, with family present 6 to 8pm, at Smith Mortuary, 1415 N. Rock Rd., Derby; service 10am Wednesday, at Woodlawn United Methodist Church, 431 S. Woodlawn; burial at El Paso Cemetery. Marie is preceded in death by her parents. Survivors: husband, Hildie Gene Gillespie; children, Jeff (Lori) Gillespie, Derby; Brenda (Gary) Anderson, Derby; Keith (Cassie) Gillespie, Conway Springs; sister, Pauline Hucks, Spring Lake, TX; grandchildren, T.J. and Cammye Anderson, Alex, Zack, Mallory, and Brittney Gillespie.
Martha Lee Rasmussen Gillespie, 86, of Leawood, Kan., passed away Tuesday, December 15, 2009. A Celebration of Life Service was held at 4 p.m. Friday, Dec. 18, at United Methodist Church of the Resurrection, 13720 Roe, Leawood, KS 66224. Private burial. Marty was born the only child of Clarence and Faye Rasmussen of Scarsdale, New York, on Aug. 24, 1923. She attended Stephens College in Columbia, Mo., where she met her husband, John D. Gillespie of Camden, Ark. They were married Nov. 6, 1943, and enjoyed 66 years of marriage. Marty was preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her husband and three children, Martha Nell Riechers (Harry) of Mexico, Mo., Nancie Faye Dischinger (Mark), of Leawood, and the Reverend Dr. John D. Gillespie, Jr. (Tessa) of Cornwall, England. Other blessings include 12 grandchildren and their spouses and 12 great grandchildren. Arrangements: McGilley State Line Chapel
Michael R. Gillespie of Moline, 63, retired KG&E lineman, died on Sunday, November 7, 2004. Rosary service was held at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 10, 2004 and the funeral mass was held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, November 11, 2004, both at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Moline. Survivors; wife, Shirley; sons, Sheldon of Moline and Tony of Wichita; daughter, Stacy Fouts of Douglass; mother, June Gillespie of Moline; brothers, George of Moline, Ed and Rick, both of Wichita and Jim and Kevin, both of Mulvane; sisters, Carolyn Wilson and Joan Welborn, both of Wichita, Cleo Livergood of Texas and Connie O’Neill of Fredonia and seven grandchildren. The funeral arrangements are being made with the Zimmerman Funeral Home of Howard.
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Nelda Hughlene Gillespie of Chase, Kansas, passed away on June 29, 2025 at the age of 83. She was predeceased by: her parents, Guy Kinslow and Donnie Kinslow (Lamm); her husband Curtis Everett Gillespie; her siblings, Klaus Kinslow and Carol Harris; and her brother-in-law Dennis Yeubanks. She is survived by: her children, Pam Patterson (Chuck) of St. John, KS, Carl Gillespie (Rhonda) of Chase, KS and Rhonda Flickinger (Brad) of Sterling, KS; her siblings, Kenneth Kinslow (Sandy) of Okemah, OK, Ardith Dillard (Cliff) of Wichita, KS and Barbara Yeubanks of Cromwell, OK; her grandchildren, Charlie Patterson, Dustin Patterson (Kayla), Brandi Larson (Keith), Tony Andrews (Jessica), Michelle Mawhirter (Cole), Kyle Gillespie (Rebekah) and Kacey Andrews (Kylie Boele); and her friend Max Tharp. She is also survived by sixteen great-grandchildren. Graveside Service July 3rd at Chase Springdale Cemetery.
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Paul Edward “Eddie” Gillespie, 68, of Edgerton, KS, lost his battle with Amyloidosis June 1, 2012, at Olathe Medical Center. Funeral Services: 10 a.m. Wed., June 6, Assumption Catholic Church, 114 E Nelson, Edgerton, burial following at St. Columbine Catholic Cemetery, Edgerton. Visit: 6–8p.m., Tue., June 5, Bruce Funeral Home, Gardner, KS, 913-856- 7111.
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Richard “Rick” Gillespie passed away on January 3, 2024. He was predeceased by: his parents, Wilbur Gillespie and June Gillespie. He is survived by: his children, Jasen Gillespie (Shannon) of Grove, OK, Chad Gillespie (Kera) of Goodyear, AZ, Jenna Bloom of Wichita, KS and Christopher Watchous of Buckeye, AZ; and his grandchildren, Caleb Gillespie, Mason Dyrcz, Easton Gillespie, Brody Bloom, Logan Bloom and Isabella Bloom. Celebration of Life January 9th at Downing & Lahey West Mortuary, 10515 W Maple St, Wichita, KS 67209
Roy E Gillespie 1885 – 1937 Hugoton Cemetery, Stevens County, Kansas
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Sheryl Lynn Gillespie, 61, passed away on July 29, 2026, in Kansas City, Kansas after a long battle with cancer. She was born on October 8, 1964 in Dodge City, KS, to Jim and Shirley (Tepe) Barnett.Sherri graduated from Dodge City High School and went on to earn an Associate’s degree in business from Dodge City Community College. She worked in various local businesses throughout her career, retiring as a cook and bartender at the United Wireless Arena. She was a member of the Dodge City Women’s Bowling Association, ABATE of Kansas-District #7, U & I Riders of Dodge City and Dodge City Women’s Chamber. She was a very active member of the American GI Forum, serving as current Women’s Auxiliary Board Secretary as well as a past sergeant-at-arms. Sherri enjoyed many activities including: cornhole, softball, pool, bow shooting and golf.She is survived by her mother, Shirley Barnett; loving partner, Bobby Brown; siblings, Deborah Duty (John) and Terence Barnett; as well as a multitude of loving family and friends. Sherri is preceded in death by her father, Jim Barnett.
The Memorial Service was held on Saturday, August 15, 2026, at 11:00AM at Swaim Funeral Home with Fr. Ted Stoecklein with a burial to follow at a later date in Dodge City. There will be no visitation as cremation will take place.
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Thomas Gillespie Jan 11, 1904 – June 5, 1998 Margaret M 1909 – 2006 Elkhart Cemetery, Morton Co, Kansas
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It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Vicki Gillespie of Junction City, Kansas, born in Herington, Kansas, who passed away on January 17, 2024, at the age of 66. She was predeceased by: her parents, Vernon Duncan and Gloria Duncan (Smith); and her siblings, Eddie Smith, Terry Smith and Debbie. She is survived by: her son Eli (Jennifer). She is also survived by three grandchildren. Funeral and graveside service Saturday, Jan 27th at Shadybrook Cemetery.
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William R Gillespie, “Bill”, passed March 8, 2024 surrounded by family and friends and in the loving care of Home Health and Hospice of Dickinson County and Abilene Memorial Hospital staff who treated him like family. Bill was born March 16, 1949 in Marysville, Kansas the son of Robert U and Ethel E. (Brandt) Gillespie. After living briefly in Waterville, his family moved to Abilene and he attended local schools. After graduating Abilene High School in 1967, Bill’s work centered around his passion of cars and automotive repair including Sinclair/Ambulance Service for True Meserve, John’s Conoco (now John’s Service) for John Dunlap, Civil Service at Fort Riley, Service Manager at Green Ford, Owner of Bill’s Kerr McGee, and Owner of Bill’s Texaco. During retirement, he worked part-time for NAPA Auto Parts. In all of this work, he enjoyed being helpful and making friends along the way.
Bill enjoyed camping and boating, was a proud sponsor of youth baseball teams, was active in Masonic Lodge #559, was an ambassador for Isis Shrine, serving in the Clown Unit, and Member of Elks Lodge #1675. Bill attended the Demolition Derby reunion in 2014 and was proud to share his 1978 Championship stories with his grandkids. Bill married Thelma Dolton in 1970, later divorcing. Bill married Cindy Atkinson in 1998. Bill is survived by son Rob Gillespie (Rhonda) of Lawrence and their children Jacob Gillespie and Jenna Gillespie; daughter Lori Wilson (Brad) of Tonganoxie and their children Brandon Wilson and Kate Wilson and his sister Lola Needham (Wade) of Abilene. He was preceded in death by two infant brothers, his parents, wife Cindy, and sister Charlotte (Reeves) Larson. A Celebration of Life was held March 17, 2024 from 2:00-4:00 PM at Abilene Senior Center, 100 N. Elm St.
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