Lena ANGELINA 1928 AZ – July 9, 1958 Maricopa, Arizona. Father Antone Gillespie. Mother Loretta Antone. Parents both born Arizona.

Earl D BAYLESS b Nov 4, 1888 Winfield, KS – d Aug 17, 1929 Pinal, Arizona. Father Daniel T Bayless, birthplace Ohio. Mother Luella Gillespie, birthplace, Winchester, Ohio

Clifford BELL b June 22, 1937 Safford, AZ. d June 23, 1937  Graham, Arizona. Father J C Bell, birthplace Bisbee, AZ. Mother Alberta Gillespie, birthplace Solomonville, AZ.

Dick Gillespie CROCKER b April 7, 1917 MIddletown, Ohio. d Nov 24, 1944 Maricopa, AZ. Father Frank H Crocker, birthplace OH. Mother Grace Gillespie, OH. 

Frank Allen CROCKER b Jan 28, 1915 Hamilton, Ohio. d Aug 27, 1946 Maricopa. AZ. Father Frank H Crocker. Mother Grace Gillespie.

Infant male CRULL, birth July 3, 1948 Tucson, AZ. d July 3, 1948 Pima Co, AZ. Father Marvin L Crull, birthplace  Campbellstown,OH.  Mother Grace B Gillespie birthplace Freeport, IL.

Norma Elizabeth DEFEVERE b April 7, 1909 Missouri. d Feb 17, 1961 Maricopa, AZ. Father William Leroy Charles birthplace Missouri. Mother Laur Gillespie, birthplace Virginia.

Rosalea Gillespie DESPAIN b Pine, AZ. Death March 3,1928 Najaho, AZ. Father Alpheaus Gillespie, Mother Rosalia Smith

Mary Hastings DEVINE b June 2, 1903 Pittsburg, PA. d Oct 8, 1944 Pima Co, AZ. Father John M Hastings, birthplace Pittsburg, PA. Mother Mary E Gillespie, birthplace Pittsburg, PA

Ramon DIAZ b July 3, 1905 MI. d March 2, 1952 Pima Co, AZ. Father Alfredo Diaz, birthplace Mexico. Mother Ruth Gillespie, birthplace Ohio.

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Alan Carey Gillespie  March 21, 1952 Beckley, Raleigh Co, West Virginia – June 12, 2025 age 73 Arizona.  Southern Arizona Veterans Cemetery, Sierra Vista, Arizona.  Section 1, Site 533.  Alan Carey Gillespie passed away peacefully on June 12th surrounded by his children, after courageously fighting a seven year battle with cancer. Alan was the first of three children born to Jack Donald Gillespie and Cora Ruth Kelly. He was born premature with double pneumonia, yet survived to bless the world for the next 73 years. Alan was born in Beckley, WV but moved with his parents to Detroit, Michigan when he was about one year old. He lived in Detroit until after he graduated from high school.  At the age of 20, Alan joined the United States Army, serving in multiple places, to include Germany, San Francisco and Vietnam. After serving in the Army, Alan moved to Colorado Springs. His time in Colorado brought life changing experiences to him. He was baptized as a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Saints on Nov 7,  1982. He also met and got engaged to Julia Mahany, who became the love of his life.

After moving to Sierra Vista, Alan and Julia were married on Sept 22, 1984 in the Mesa, Arizona Temple.  They were blessed with four children. Alan helped the community with his skills for computers and networking.  He was predeceded in death by his parents, Jack and Cora Gillespie. He is survived by his wife Julia of over 40 years; children Carrie, Katharine, Michael and Kinsley, and nieces and nephews. A viewing at Hatfield Funeral Home was followed by a funeral service 9:30 am at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (1000 Taylor Dr). June 27th, 2025.  Alan Carey Gillespie proudly serviced his country as a Sergeant in the US Army.

Alan McGary Gillespie b July 26, 1875 birthplace Madison Co, TX. d Dec 29, 1946 Pima, Arizona. Father James Wright Gillespie, birthplace Sumerton, TN. Mother Fanny Maude McGary, birthplace Huntsville, TX.

Albert B Gillespie b Sept 23, 1890 Stocktonpass, AZ. d Dec 30, 1939  Graham, AZ. Father William A Gillespie, birthplace TN. Mother Tenn Williamson.

Alexander R Gillespie b Nov 28, 1885 Blenheim, Oxford, ENGLAND. d March 17, 1948 Pima Co, AZ. Father John Gillespie, birthplace Perthshire, SCOTLAND. Mother Euphmi Caw Robertson, birthplace Perthshire, SCOTLAND.

Ann Clair Gillespie, “Nan”  Aug 12, 1936 — Oct 24, 202, Green Valley, AZ  Shawna Gilespie, daughter-in-law.

Anne (Waterbury) Gillespie, age 100, passed away January 20, 2026 at La Posada in Green Valley, Arizona. Born September 10, 1925 at Pass Christian, Mississippi to Dorothy (Taylor) Waterbury and Carl Waterbury. Anne was raised in Iowa. She moved to Washington D.C. where she graduated from high school. She attended the University of Iowa joining Kappa Kappa Gamma sorority. She met her husband Harold, a WWII veteran, at U of I marrying in 1946. She became a military wife accompanying her Army officer husband to posts in the US and Europe moving more than 30 times and raising 3 children.Upon retirement from the Army, the family moved to Evansville, Indiana then to Fairbault and Brainerd, Minnesota before final retirement in Green Valley, Arizona. They moved to La Posada in 2011.

Anne worked in the Brainerd school district as a secretary/teacher’s aid and as a parish secretary at St Paul’s Episcopal Church. In Green Valley she was very active at St Francis in the Valley Episcopal Church serving on many committees and projects and was secretary of the Outreach committee for several years. At La Posada she volunteered at the Treasure Shop and was secretary of the Holiday Gift Fund Committee. She and Harold travelled to England, Scotland, Canada, Alaska, Nova Scotia, and visited each of the United States. Anne loved books and music and was an avid Bridge player. She loved Arizona, the desert, and the mountains. Showlow AZ and Flagstaff AZ were favorite summer retreats. Anne was preceded in death by her parents, her sister Janet and brother Carl, her granddaughter’s husband Jeff Fleeger and her Husband Harold who passed in July of 2017. She is survived by her daughter Lynn Neitzke (Dean), son Scott Gillespie (Barbara) and daughter Mary Anne Hermans (Chris) plus 8 grandchildren and 6 great- grandchildren.
Services will be held at a later date.

Arch M Gillespie b June 23, 1927  d May 6, 2000 US Army. Res Phoenix.  National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona, Phoenix, Marcopa Co, Arizona

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Bernard A Gillespie b 1918 California. d Dec 18, 1962 Maricopa, AZ. Father Bernard Gillespie, birthplace Ohio. Mother Catherine Kerr, birthplace Oklahoma

Bernard Andrew Gillespie, born Jan 26,  1894 in Hancock Co, Ohio. Died Sept 1979, age 85. Residence Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona. Son of Frank Alpine Gillespie (1868 – 1950) & Maud McCoyo (1872 – 1941) Two siblings Lester Allpine Gillespie & Parmer A Gillespie

Bobby “Joe” Gillespie, b Feb 20, 1930. d Aug 1, 1992. M Aug 28, 1950. Buried Holbrook City Cemetery, Navajo Co, Arizona

Boyd Milan Gillespie b May 21, 1895 Indiana. d July 28, 1960 Pima Co, AZ. Father Bryant W Gillespie, birthplace Ohio. Mother Laura Milan, birthplace Illinois.

Bryan K Gillespie b Feb 9, 1896 Texas. d May 13, 1958 Cochise, AZ. Father William Gillespie, birthplace Georgia. Mother Mary Lindsay, birthplace Missouri.

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Carrie Gillespie b June 23, 1877 PA. d April 14, 1955 Mohave, AZ. Father Harkness

Catherine Gillespie b Ohio. d June 23, 1935 Maricopa, AZ. Father E M Kerr.

Charles Fredrick Gillespie b March 12, 1884 Arizona. d Feb 7, 1961 Apache, AZ. Father Alpheus M Gillespie, birthplace Utah. Mother Georgianna Gardener, birthplace Utah.

Charles G Gillespie b 1876 Iowa. d Feb 1, 1923 Cochise, AZ.

Clarence E Gillespie b  Oct 22, 1917   d April 23, 1989 PVT Army, Phoenix. A2, Plot 26, O85. National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona, Phoenix, Marcopa Co, Arizona

Connor Ray Gillespie, was born April 3, 2003  to Patricia and Weston S. Gillespie. His sweet pure little soul then returned to his Heavenly Father. Private Services will be held. Meldrum Mortuary.

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Daniel A Gillespie d Dec 13, 1940 Mariposa, Arizona.

D Lenore Gillespie  b Aug 21, 1924  d Jan 25, 1995 US Navy PHM3 Res Sun City. Plot 18 D 02824. National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona, Phoenix, Marcopa Co, Arizona

Doris A. Gillespie  71, of Phoenix, AZ passed away on October 30, 2003. She was born in Guadare, Panama on July 27th, 1932. Doris married Alan Gillespie in 1952 and soon moved to the United States settling in Bergenfield, NJ for 16 years. In 1974 the family moved to Phoenix, AZ where she has since resided. In her final years her greatest joys were antiquing throughout the state with Bud, working at The Foundation for Senior Living and spending time with family and friends. Doris was a beloved mother and raised four children who will miss her dearly. She is survived by her mother, Ildaura Haynes, sister Edith Rivera, daughter Karen Van Skike and husband Jeff, daughter Pam Hintze and husband Rick, son Alan Gillespie II and wife Brenda, son Sean Gillespie and wife Elissa and grandchildren Chantel, Sarah, Emily, April, Jenny, Ricky, Scott, Katrina, Alan III, Corbin and Alanna as well as her dear Buddy. A funeral mass was held on Tuesday, November 4th, 2003 at 1:00 PM at St. Joan of Arc catholic church located at 3801 E. Greenway Road, Phoenix, AZ.

Doy Claris Gillespie, of Mesa, passed away peacefully on May 18, 2026, at the age of 90, leaving behind a legacy of faith, service, friendship, and devotion to family and community. Born on April 15, 1936, in Holly, WV Doy was the son of James Amos Gillespie and Roena Florence (Prince) Gillespie. From humble beginnings, he built a life defined by integrity, hard work, and compassion for others. Doy graduated from Grand Valley High School in Orwell, OH and pursued higher education at Kent State University and The Ohio State University. He later earned an accounting diploma from La Salle Extension University, reflecting his lifelong commitment to learning and personal growth. In 1954, Doy proudly enlisted in the United States Air Force, serving his country honorably for four years, including two years stationed in Okinawa. His military service was a source of pride throughout his life and exemplified his enduring sense of duty and patriotism. Professionally, Doy devoted more than 33 years to Molded Fiber Glass Companies, where he earned the respect and admiration of colleagues through his leadership and dedication. Following that career, he continued his service-oriented work at Ashtabula County Medical Center, serving more than five years as Vice President before retiring in 1997.  He was a former member of the Buckeye Local Board of Education in Ashtabula, Ohio. His steady guidance and generous spirit touched many lives over the years.

Faith was a cornerstone of Doy’s life. He was a longtime member of Messiah Lutheran Church in Ashtabula, OH and later became a cherished member of Victory Lutheran Church in Mesa, AZ. Through his churches, he formed treasured friendships and faithfully served his congregations with kindness and humility. He was preceded in death by his wife Rosemary Lee Gillespie (Benak); his parents James Amos Gillespie and Roena Florence (Prince); his brothers Okey, Glenn, Charles, Richard, Luther, and El (“Joe”); and his sister, Edith. A memorial service will be held at Victory Lutheran Church on June 27, 2026, at 1pm. Mariposa Gardens Memorial Park & Funeral Care for questions or comments. Doy leaves behind his loving children, Kim Leslie Best of Tennessee and James Paul Gillespie of Georgia, along with countless dear friends, neighbors, and fellow congregation members who will remember him for his warm heart, steadfast character, gentle humor, and unwavering faith.

Doyle Jack Gillespie b Dec 15, 1931. d March 22, 2001. PFC US Army. See American Legion. Holbrook City Cemetery, Navajo Co, Arizona

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Edward A Gillespie  b May 10, 1905. d Nov 18, 1973  Plot 8  G-4, R-B  Prescott National Cemetery, Vavapai Co, Arizona

Edward J Gillespie b March 28, 1897 PA. d March 20, 1959 Yavapai, Arizona. Father Frank Gillespie, birthplace ENGLAND. Mother Mary Duffy, birthplace IRELAND.

Edward Leroy Gillespie b 1915 Stocktonpass, AZ. d Oct 12, 1948 Maricopa, AZ. Father William Henry Gillespie, birthplace TN. Mother Tennie Williamson, birthplace TN.

E. L. “Doc” Gillespie b Aug 29, 1927 d Dec 13, 1992 US Army. Sec E, Row 8, plot 3 Holbrook City Cemetery, Navajo Co,  Arizona

Elfreda Gillespie b Feb 3, 1922 Concho, AZ. d Dec 16, 1922 Apache, AZ. Father Ellis Lane Gillespie, birthplace Pinedale, AZ. Mother Edna Elnora Earl, birthplace NM.

Ellis Laine Gillespie b April 21, 1894 AZ. d March 10,1959 Cononino, AZ. Father Alphus M Gillespie, Mother Rozalia Smith

Eugene P Gillespie  b May 15, 1923   d June 29, 1996  US Army PFC  Res Mesa. A2, Plot 45  O1833. National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona, Phoenix, Marcopa Co, Arizona

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Dr Floyd B Gillespie b Nov 7, 1889 South Dakota. d August 1, 1962 Pima, Arizona.

Frank Gillespie b Oct 24, 1880 Texas, d March 21, 1915 Maricopa, AZ. Father J. S. Gillespie. Mother Anderson.

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George Robert Gillespie b June 27, 1875 Utah. d April 21, 1956 Navajo, AZ. Father Alphus M Gillespie, birthplace Utah. Mother Georgiana Gardner, birthplace Utah.

Gertrude A Gillespie  b Dec 15, 1906  d Oct 2, 1995  US Navy  ADJ2  Res Phoenix.  A2, Plot 45, O755  National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona, Phoenix, Marcopa Co, Arizona

Gillespie b June 18, 1962 birthplace Tucson, AZ. d June 18, 1962 Pima, Arizona. Father Carleton M Gillespie, Jr, birthplace Iowa. Mother Anita Anarde, birthplace Washington.

Gordon “Gil” Gillespie,  Jan 17, 1923 – August 19, 2018. Gordon passed away in Glendale, AZ He was born to Hiram Leon and Hughena (Gordon) Gillespie in 1923.  Gil joined the Navy in January 1941 and served during World War Il.  He was honourable discharged in October of 1951. He married Billie June Mathus on October 17, 1945.  Billie passed away after almost 50 years of marriage on June 7, 199. Gil was a member of Ambassador Height Baptist Church for many years, and served with UIM International in Mexico for 16 years.  Gil married Maxine on July 15, 2000.

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Hannah Gillespie, b Dec 14, 2001. d Dec 14, 2001. See E, row 8, plot 7, Holbrook City Cemetery, Navajo Co,  Arizona

Hazel Gillespie b Oct 31, 1902 New Hampton, Missouri. d Jan 14, 1936 Maricopa, Arizona. Father John F Gillespie, birthplace MO.

H H Gillespie b 1861 MI. d Sept 3, 1931 Maricopa, Arizona. Father Donald Gillespie, birthplace SCOTLAND. Mother Mary McNeil, birthplace SCOTLAND. (My Note: this couple linked to Islay, Scotland and buried in Collingwood, Simcoe Co, Ontario, Canada)

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Infant female Gillespie b June 14, 1943 Tucson, AZ. d June 14, 1943 Pima Co, Arizona. Father Robert George Gillespie, birthplace San Francisco, CA. Mother Bertha Mary Jenkins, birthplace San Diego, CA

Irl Gillespie b March 6, 1882 Texas. d July 31, 1959 Cochise, AZ. Father Bill Gillespie, birthplace Georgia.

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James Harlan Gillespie, 78, of Phoenix, passed away peacefully in his sleep at Hospice of the Valley on Monday, August 11, 2014. He is survived by his wife, Helen, daughter Janet, son Paul, and his stepchildren Joe, Therese, Lee, and Nick, as well as 14 grandchildren. Born in Huron, South Dakota, Jim grew up in Gardena, California, where he developed his love of cars and of sports. Jim served four years in the United States Air Force working on aircraft. He worked a few years for Douglas Aircraft before starting a 28-year career as a claims adjuster. An open house held at his son Paul’s home at 22431 N. 69th drive, Glendale Arizona on Saturday August 23, 2014 from 4pm to 8pm

James Robert Gillespie, Sr. recently of Peoria, Arizona passed away January 16, 2012 at the golden age of 97.  Born in Seattle, Washington, he spent many years in the insurance industry and retired as a successful Broker.

Born in Seattle, Washington, he spent many years in the insurance industry and retired as a successful Broker.

Janice Kay Gillespie, Sep 24, 1951- Jan 1, 2022. Janice was born in Scottsbluff, Nebraska on September 24, 1951 to Don and Betty Moody. Janice was mother to Carrie Castillo and Alisha Owens.  She raised her daughters with love and devotion in beautiful Colorado.

Janice went to Tempe High School in Arizona and made her way to Colorado where she worked in Hospitality Services at Castle Pines Golf Club. She took pride in her work and was an outstanding, loyal employee. Janice enjoyed gardening, snorkeling, and all things that allowed her to be in nature where she could bask in the sun. She loved attending her grandchildren’s sporting events and dance recitals. Janice was most proud of being a mother, and grandmother to her family.

She is survived by her daughters Carrie Castillo and Alisha Owens.  Her son-in-law Omar Castillo, her grandchildren Owen Castillo, Olivia Castillo, and Audrina Owens.  Aside from the children she was devoted to, Janice is survived by her brothers, Larry and Jack Moody, and sister Sherri Jones.

Janice’s wishes were to be cremated and returned to her daughters.  She is laid to final rest in the Colorado Mountains, and the Grand Canyon state Arizona.

Jeffry B Gillespie b Jan 24, 1961  d June 28, 1992 US Army SP4  Res Prescott. A2, Plot 42-6-49  National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona, Phoenix, Marcopa Co, Arizona

Jerold Duane Gillespie, “Jerry” born November 13, 1950 returned to his Heavenly Father on Friday, April 1, 2011. He was 60 years old. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and son. The funeral was held at the LDS Stake Center 2701 E. Lehi Road Mesa, AZ at 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday, April 6, 2011. A viewing was held Tuesday, April 5, 2011 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Bunkers Mortuary 33 N. Centennial Way Mesa, AZ. He is survived by his wife Mary, sons Dustin, Adam, Devyn, and daughters Amanda and Shannon as well as eight grandchildren. He was a former State Senator and served well in his church and other callings. He was a successful business man, but his most important calling was his family. He will be greatly missed. We love you Dad.

John Gillespie ” Jack” passed away on April 2, 2013 in Mesa, Arizona. Born in Tilden, Nebraska to John and Elizabeth (Carraher) Gillespie, Jack arrived on July 21, 1938. Services will be held at a later date in Nebraska. Arrangements are entrusted to Mariposa Gardens Memorial Park & Funeral Care 6747 East Broadway Road Mesa, Arizona (480) 830-4422.

John A Gillespie d 1882.  Deputy shot by Zwing Hurst.  Row 5  Boothill Graveyard, Cochise Co, Arizona

Joseph Harry Gillespie b Jan 22, 1908 AZ. d July 5, 1951 Maricopa, AZ. Father Harry Hector Gillespie, birthplace MI. Mother Dora Stewart, birthplace Utah.

Joseph N Gillespie, Jr  b Aug 29, 1916. d Jan 29, 1990  US Army PVT  Res Phoeniz.  A2, Plot 26A O 64.  National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona, Phoenix, Marcopa Co, Arizona

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Lapriel Owens Gillespie born Sept 26, 1931, passed away January 21, 2025, age 93 yrs in Taylor, Arizona. She was predeceased by: her parents, Almon David and Alta Ellsworth Owens; her husband William Edward Gillespie (Ed); her daughter Loretta Gillespie Johnson; and her sons-in-law, George K. Hall and L. Kipp Peterson. She is survived by: her children, Denise Hall Carpenter (Brian) of Taylor, Sherilyn Peterson of Snowflake, Kerrin Gillespie (Karen) of Orem and Todd Gillespie (Carolyn) of Gilbert; and also Les Johnson (Roxanne) of Taylor,  Arizona.. She is also survived by grandchildren, 112 great-grandchildren and 11 great-great-grandchildren.

Viewing  held on Friday, February 7th 2025 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM and on Saturday, February 8th 2025 from 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM. A funeral service held on Saturday, February 8th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the Same Building. Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints309 W Willow Lane Taylor, Taylor, AZ 85939

Lorna Marie Gillespie Scottsdale, AZ  Lorna went to be with her Lord & Saviour on February 3, 2010. Lorna, born to Lorne and Marie June 5, 1923 in Hollidaysburge, Pa. became the bride of Sgt. Donald W. Gillespie in a candlelight ceremony on January 8, 1944. They had four children: Richard (Darlene) Gillespie, Judy (Richard) Doss, JoAn Harrison, Bill (Marlena) Gillespie, whom she leaves behind, along with 6 Grandchildren, and 7 great grandchildren. Lorna was a wife, Mother, grandmother and friend to so many, she had a smile that would light up a room and a voice you looked forward to hearing. She was a baker, a singer, and always a good listener. She was so much to her family and friends. She had a special place in her heart for so many, and we all have a special place in our heart for her. She will be greatly missed by everyone who knew her. A memorial service was held at the home of Richard and Judy Doss.

Lorraine M Gillespie, “Snooky”  b Jan 10, 1922. d June 28, 1997. See L, row 2, plot 2. Holbrook City Cemetery, Navajo Co,  Arizona

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Margaret Gillespie, 60, of Scottsdale, AZ passed away on May 20, 2016. Margaret was born in St. Louis, MO. She is survived by her loving husband Paul Gillespie of 39 years, daughter Andrea Smith and husband Clayton, son Neil Gillespie and wife Megan, and four grandchildren; Aiden Smith, Katherine Smith, Stephanie Smith, and Nolan Gillespie. Margaret was the third of six children, raised in Troy, IL. She attended The University of Notre Dame and graduated in 1977. After graduating, Margaret and Paul married in 1977 and eventually moved west to Arizona where they raised their family. Margaret went on to obtain her MBA and JD from Arizona State University. Margaret was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and avid supporter of Catholic Education regardless of financial means. Her funeral was held at Saint Bernard of Clairvaux Catholic Church at 10755 North 124th Street in Scottsdale, AZ on Friday May 27 at 11am.

Mary Ann Gillespie b June 24, 1949 Globe, AZ. d June 24, 1949 Gila, AZ. Father Charles Gillespie, birthplace AZ. Mother Margaret Burke, birthplace AZ.

Michael David Gillespie, age 47, passed away in Cottonwood, Arizona March 1st. Graveside Service was held on Tuesday, March 6th at the National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona in Phoenix.  Mike was born June 8, 1959 in Hobbs, New Mexico, and came to Arizona in 1995, settling Circle City. He is survived by his wife, Francesca, son Jonathan Gillespie (Chavion),  daughter Linda Cooper (Ryan), son David Gillespie; brothers Terry and Richard Gillespie and sisters Donna Weichel, Kay White and Sharon Robinson and six grandchildren

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Nola Faye Gillespie b June 14, 1933 Bowie, AZ. d Oct 24, 1951 Cochise, AZ. Father Bryan K Gillespie, birthplace Texas. Mother Maudie L Williamson, birthplace Texas.

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Omer K Gillaspie  d March 9, 1RN 4  Prescott National Cemetery, Vavapai Co, Arizona

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Paul Eugene Gillespie b June 25, 1946 Missouri. d May 16, 1954 Maricopa, AZ. Father Ivan Gillespie, birthplace Iowa. Mother Lucille Lewengood, birthplace Missouri

Perry Elmer Gillespie b July 18, 1887 Illinois. d Jan 24, 1956 Maricopa,  AZ. Father William Gillespie, birthplace IL. Mother Anna Rude, birthplace Illinois

Phyllis Lucile Gillespie 77, passed away on September 29, 2007 with her family around her after a short illness. Phyllis was born on November 27, 1929 in Phoenix. She was raised in Glendale and graduated from Glendale High School in 1948. She married Donald Francis Gillespie on July 24, 1948 and moved to Columbia, MO where Don was going to college. In 1949 their first daughter was born and shortly after they moved back to Phoenix. In the next seven years she had four more children. Through the years Phyllis worked as a Market Researcher which gave her a flexible schedule so she could actively participate in her children’s lives. She supported them through school activities, Rainbow Girls and Boy Scouts. Phyllis never met a stranger. She made friends with people on planes, trains and in automobiles, literally. She was always open to new people, new experiences and she never judged anyone. She had many, many, friends, and was part of a group of women that were close for almost 70 years. Her relationship with her husband, Don, was based on love and respect and was the greatest gift she ever gave her children, who never doubted the strength of their union and use it as an inspiration in their lives. During almost 60 years of marriage Phyllis was a constant companion to her husband and best friend, Don. They were both active in the Telephone Pioneers and were also active in philanthropic works within the community, especially with the deaf and the blind. Phyllis had received numerous awards for her many hours of volunteering and working for various causes. Phyllis is survived by her husband, Don, her children Marian (Kelly) Reagin, Sharon (Ron Sams) Houle, Don (Debbie) and Minette (Matt) Innerarity , 10 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her daughter Vivian.  Visitation at 10 AM, services at 11 AM on Thursday, October 4 at Paradise Sunset Chapel, 3934 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix, Arizona.

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Ray H Gillespie b Nov 26, 1892 Globe, AZ. d May 7, 1943 Maricopa, AZ. Father Hector Gillespie, birthplace MI. Mother Dora Stewart, birthplace Utah

Raymond Robert Gillespie b July 25, 1890 Chariton, Iowa. d June 3, 1960 Pima, AZ. Father Robert Gillespie, birthplace Ohio. Mother Elva Guye, birthplace Iowa.

Richard William Gillespie, (Dick) 88, of Oro Valley, Arizona died at home on September 27, 2018. He was born in August 1930 in Erie, Pennsylvania. Dick is survived by his loving wife of 67 years, Glenda (Lemonds) Gillespie. They met and married in Denver, Colorado when Dick was in the Air Force. Also surviving are their three children, Kim Gillespie (Randy), Lynne Latino (Norm), Richard (Rich) Gillespie and granddaughter, Jennifer (Jen) Latino. He is also survived by a sister, Billie Lake. Dick served in the Air Force from 1948-1952. He had a career in public health and retired as an Officer in the U.S. Public Health Service. Services were held on Saturday, October 6, 2018 at 1:00 p.m. at Oro Valley United Church of Christ at 1401 E. El Conquistador Way, Oro Valley.

Robert Gillespie, 58, of Phoenix, Az, passed away May 29, 2004. No services. Mercer Chapel in the Garden.

Robert F Gillespie “Bobby” b April 11, 1962 d July 29, 1975. See E, row 8, plot 7 Holbrook City Cemetery, Navajo Co,  Arizona

Robert W Gillespie  b Jan 30, 1919  d Aug 28, 1991  US Navy HMC  Res Yuma.  Plot 39, O 155  National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona, Phoenix, Marcopa Co, Arizona

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Sabine Gillespie age 65, of Tucson, Arizona passed away on Thursday, April 21, 2022. Sabine was born February 24, 1957. No further details.

Sam S Gillespie b Feb 22, 1865 Albany, MO. d Nov 21, 1932 Navajo, AZ. Father Reece Gillespie, birthplace VA. Mother Delilah Thompson, birthplace VA

Sherrie A Gillespie, stillborn Aug 27, 1953 Mariposa, AZ. Father Robert Gillespie, birthplace Alabama. Mother Mary June Curtis, birthplace Alabama

Sydney James Gillespie, 62, passed away Aprl 15, 2015 in Phoenix, Arizona. Sidney was born in Phoenix on February 12, 1953. He was preceded in death by his mother Jackie E. Blankenship and wife Wendy Colleen Carter Gillespie. Sidney is survived by three sons; Robert Alexander Gillespie, James Franklin Gillespie and Sidney Jams Gillespie.  Greenwood Memory Lawn Mortuary and Cemetery.

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Terrance Gillespie.  It is with great sadness that we annouce the passing of Terrance Gillespie, age 77, of Cottonwood, Arizona on March 22, 2025.  Terry graduated from the University of Notre Dame in 1969 before serving in the Air Force for four years.  He enjoyed a fulfilling career as a commercial airline pilot with Southwest Airlines for more than three decades.  In retirement, Terry enjoyed hiking and camping in state and national parks and riding anything with two to four wheels.. Remaining to honour Terry’s memory are his wife, Marcia, children Colleen and Sean, sister Nancy, brother James, nephews Nicholas, Connor and Dirk, and stepchildren Mara and Jeff, Maria’s children. Ben, Emerson and Luke also mourn their granddad’s passing.

Tillison McKinley Gillespie, b Oct 1, 1876 West Virginia. d April 2, 1962 Pima, AZ. Father James Franklin Gillespie, birthplace WV. Mother Nancy Brown, birthplace West Virginia

Thomas E Gillispie b Texas. d May 24, 1933 Cochise, AZ. Father William Gillespie

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Virgil L Gillespie b Oct 9, 1923  d Oct 26, 1985 US Army WWII, See American Legion  Holbrook City Cemetery, Navajo Co,  Arizona

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Wilbur Willis Gillespie b 1920  d 1979 TEC 4 US Army WWII  See American Legion. Holbrook City Cemetery, Navajo Co,  Arizona

William Gillespie death March 30, 1926 Yavapai, AZ. Father Jacob Gillespie. Mother Mary Anne Bird

William A Gillespie b March 28, 1883 Missouri. d Nov 3, 1957 Maricopa, AZ. Father Marcus A Gillespie, birthplace South Carolina. Mother Mary Murphy, birthplace Missouri.

Record Count: 88

Source of Records: Mormon website; AZ Department of Health Services;  Dignity Memorials, funeral home obituaries; Echovita; Find A Grave