Lisa Michelle Gillenwater

Lisa Gillenwater Obituary

SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS - On Aug. 22, 2008, Lisa Michelle (Rowe) Gillenwater left this earth to be with the butterflies and angels in Heaven at the age of 42. Lisa's world revolved around her precious family.
She is survived by her husband and the love of her life, Thomas Gillenwater. She reluctantly leaves her four beautiful children, Stacey, Julie, Erin and Tommy. They were her highest priority and greatest joy. Furthermore, she is also leaving behind other beloved family members to include her parents, Robert and Lucille Rowe; sister, Charlene Robins; brothers, Robert G. Rowe III and Timothy C. Rowe, all of Gloucester, Va.; as well as many other loving family members and dear friends. Her spirit will forever live on in each of us.
A Memorial Service will be held at 6:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 7, 2008, at Yorkminster Presbyterian Church, Yorktown, Va.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to: The Children's Shelter of San Antonio, 2939 W. Woodlawn, San Antonio, TX 78228, www.chshel.org or your favorite charity. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.

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Published by Daily Press on Sep. 5, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Lisa Gillenwater

12 Entries

Pamela S. King

September 9, 2008

Charlene and Family:

I am still speechless since I had spoken to you. We know where Lisa is and in a much better place. The hardest part of losing a loved one, is we miss them. They are not dead- they are with the LORD. Waiting for us all to join them, this we know and strive for.
May the GOOD LORD watch over each and every one of you and give you peace.
One day, we all will be "family"- with OUR LORD and SON.

Godspeed

Val James

September 9, 2008

Tom,

I'm so sorry to hear about your wife. I know we have not talked in years since I retired from the Air Force but I have not forgotten you.

I remember how you waited and searched for someone to love and someone to love and appreciate you and I was thrilled to hear you had found Lisa and were getting married. I know now that she was a Blessing and gift for you and I know that you both cherished what you had for what little time you had together.

Know you are in my prayers.

Take Care,

Val James, Yorktown, VA

David Forman

September 8, 2008

Charlene, Robbie, Lucille & Bob,
I am so very sorry for your loss of your siter/daughter Lisa. I will always cherish the memories of her life and the times we had growing up together as teenagers the most memorable being "the trip to Nags Head with Bob", only we will know what this means. Hang in there Charlene, you will see her again one day! My deepest sympathy!

Tommy Zwerner

September 7, 2008

I will never forget Lisa's spirit and toughness all those years ago. I will pray for her family and that each one of you finds peace.

Cynthia Carr Garrison

September 7, 2008

Mr. and Mrs. Rowe, Charlene and family,
I am shocked to hear about Lisa. You have my sympathy and prayers. I have very fond memories when growing up and spending time at the Rowe house with Charlene and Lisa.
Sincerely,
Cynthia and Carleton

JESSIE LOU JENKINS

September 7, 2008

TO THE ENTIRE ROWE,FAMILYAND THE EXTENDED FAMILY,ALTHOUGH I DO NOT KNOW LISA I CAN SEE THAT THROUGH HER BEAUTIFUL SMILE AND SPARKLING EYES,THAT SHE WAS NO DOUBT A PEOPLE PERSONONE CAN SEE THAT NOT ONLY DID SHE LOVE AND ADORE HER FAMILY,BUT OTHERS AS WELL.THERE ARE NO WORDS THAT I CAN SAY THAT WOULD EASE YOUR PAIN THAT YOU ARE BEARING ,BUT JUST TO LET YOU KNOW THAT OTHERS DO CARE.MAY GOD BLESS THE ENTIRE FAMILY, JESSIE LOU JENKINS

Paulette Goity

September 5, 2008

Lisa used to do my hair and she also lived in my neighborhood.
I was very saddened to hear she had passed. She always had a smile on her lovely face.
She will be missed.
Paulette Goity

Marqus Myles

September 5, 2008

Tom,
I extend my heart felt condolences to you and your family. I pray that God strengthen and provide you comfort during this difficult time. Cherish the wonderful memories that you and Lisa shared over the years…they are a great sources of strength.

Gary Bond

September 5, 2008

I was shocked to see this. You have my sympathies. When Lisa was young, she and her family lived just below my parents. She and Charlene used to come see my mom all the time. I always enjoyed seeing her when I visited.

Gary Bond

Ben & Flo Rush

September 5, 2008

Dear Tom and family,

Our hearts go out to all of you. Lisa was a true friend and inspiration to all of us. We will surely miss her.

The Lord lifts the fallen and those bent beneath their loads. Psalm 145: 14

Your friends,
Ben&Flo Rush

Patti Valdes

September 5, 2008

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help.

Michelle, Jen, and Brad Guilford

September 5, 2008

Lisa, You and your entire, beautiful family touched my family in ways that will always be cherished! You opened up your heart and home and allowed your precious Erin to become a part of my family. You always had a beautiful smile on your face even through your trials and I could see the love in your eyes you had for your family. You will always hold a special place in our hearts and your family will continue to be a part of ours. May God Bless you, Tom, Stacey, Julie, Erin, Tommy, Charlene, and family. May you somehow find peace in this. We love you all so much!

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