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Walter Gilstrap Obituary
Easley
Walter H. Gilstrap, 75, husband of Louise C. Gilstrap, of 100 Carmen Way, died April 9, 2013.
Son of the late Ephraim M. and Mary Wood Gilstrap, he was a member of Greenville First Presbyterian Church and a US Army veteran. For forty years he was SE Regional Manager for Winn-Dixie.
Surviving, in addition to his wife, are a daughter, Gwen Gilstrap of Piedmont; and a sister, Blanche Creswell of Greenville. He was predeceased by an infant daughter and two brothers, George and Charles Gilstrap.
A memorial service will be Friday, 12:00 p.m. in Harper Chapel of First Presbyterian Church, with the Rev. Dr. Pamela Patrick Cole and the Rev. Stephen Taylor officiating.
The family will receive friends Friday following the service in the Parlor of the church.
Memorials may be made to the Pastoral Visitation Ministry of First Presbyterian Church, 200 W. Washington St., Greenville, SC 29601, or Magnolias of Easley, 123 Couch Lane, Easley, SC 29642
The Mackey Mortuary, Century Drive
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Memories and Condolences
for Walter Gilstrap
Mack Phillips
April 5, 2022
I am so sorry for his family and I remember all the good times we had
Nancy and Wesley Hopkins
April 23, 2013
We were so sorry to hear of the passing of Walt. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. We worked with Walt for many years and he was such a great man.
Mary Margaret Phillips
April 17, 2013
I am so sorry, I had no ideal till I read this tonight. No one told us. Our son Shannon got married Sat. and we been so tied up with the wedding the last few weeks. Fay did tell me she saw him and I told Mack we would vist him soon now that we knew where he was.
April 12, 2013
Louise,
Janet and I send our love for you and areasking God to comfort you.
Janet Holliday Hooper Gerald Hooper
April 12, 2013
Louise,
Janet and I are sorry for your loss. Walter was my childhood friend and I started in the second grade with walter and as you know finished shool with you and walter.
I will contact you later and talk.
We send our love,
Janet Holliday Hooper and Gerald Hooper
April 12, 2013
louise Dennis ans I are praying for you and your family during this time of grief may the peace of God which is the Prince of Peace Jesus Christ CVhrist comfort you and you rest in him. We have very fond memories of the trips and dinnera and times we spent with you and Walt.I am recovering from back surgery so want be able to attend the service but my thoughts and prayers will be with you.
Joy and Dennis Owens
April 11, 2013
Louise, my thoughts and prayers are with you as you put Walt to rest. I so admire all that you've done for him over the long years he's been disabled. I remember some great times we all had together back in the "early days" and Walt's humor, once about the Japanese Ambassador. Please rest, my friend, and know that you served your
husband well. ~ Pam Griffith
April 11, 2013
So sorry to hear of Water's death. Such fond memories of high school. We will all miss him. May God be with you in this hard time. God Bless you, G'Nell Thompson Gilstrap
Barbara Popham
April 11, 2013
Louise, my heart is filled with sorrow for you at this time. You know how we (all my family) loved Walt. We will miss his sweet smile and his warm ways. I love you and want you to know I will be here for you if you need me.
Jean Smith
April 11, 2013
My memories of Walt is simple, SWEET WALT. My prayers of comfort and blessings are with you Dear Friend.
Wendy (Popham) Bronson
April 11, 2013
My prayers go out to you. I always thought Walt was one of the most wonderful people around. He never failed to make all the kids around smile or laugh. Love you, Louise - God bless you and give you peace.
April 11, 2013
Sorry to hear of Walt's passing. He was a good friend for 70 years. Jim % Betty Sauls
April 11, 2013
So sorry to hear of Mr. Gilstrap's passing. We will be praying for you.
Much love,
Anna Teasley and friends from Wit and Wisdom at First Pres.
sandy boozer
April 11, 2013
Harry and I were so sorry to learn of Mr. Gilstrap's passing. We know it has been a difficult road and pray for strength on your journey.
Harry and Sandy Boozer
Junius Smith
April 11, 2013
Louise, may Jesus bless you and keep you in this difficult moment of time.
Junius Smith
April 11, 2013
Louise, We were so sorry to learn of Walt's passing. Bless you for all you've done for him and the journey you and Walt have shared over the years. I hope it helps to know that others car. I'm sure there's a old celebration to welcome him into his eternal home! Sincerely, Donna and Heyward Arnold
April 10, 2013
We will miss Walt so much. Louise you have our deepest sympathy and love.
Charles and Rachel
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