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Gloria FRENCH Obituary
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Gloria (Gillespie) French, 73, of Springfield, passed away October 18, 2020, in her home. She was born August 13, 1947, in Springfield, the daughter of Charles V. and Ethel P. (White) Gillespie. Gloria had retired from the Ohio Masonic Home after 18 years. Survivors include four children, Lorie Allen (Randy), Angie Williams (Les), Melissa and Jack Behrens, all of Springfield, and Ben and
Rebecca French of South Charleston; 16 grandkids; 33 greatgrandkids; and two great-great-grandkids. She was preceded in death by her husband of 44 years, Bennie French;
son-in-law, Bill Williams; and her parents. She also had seven brothers and two sisters. Funeral service will be held at
1:00 pm on Thursday in the JONES-KENNEY-ZECHMAN FUNERAL HOME. Friends may visit with the family from 12-1 pm. Burial will be held at a later date at Vernon Asbury Cemetery. Condolences may be shared at www.jkzfh.com.
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Janice Mullins
October 21, 2020
Missy & Brittany
We are so sorry for your loss. May God’s peace comfort you during this difficult time. Your momma was a hoot!
I sure will miss her!
Ronda Walker
October 20, 2020
In life you were a heck of a woman . You had a wonderful personality and very caring to others. I remember all the family get togethers we attended. Now your in a peace place with Love of your Lord wrapped around you. Many blessings to your whole family at this time. God Bless.
Kathy J Sparkman
October 20, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
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22
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22
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