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He was born Feb. 1, 1949, the son of Radford G. and Mary Lester Gillenwater. He was a graduate of R.B. Worthy High School and a U.S. Army veteran.
He is survived by his wife, Susan Gillenwater; two daughters, Stephanie Gillenwater of Hendersonville and Lori Smith and husband Nick of Murfreesboro, Tenn.; grandson, Ethan Douglas Smith of Murfreesboro; and mother, Mary Gillenwater of Saltville, Va.
Funeral services were held Friday, Jan. 30, 2009, at Good Shepherd United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Denman Frazer officiating.
Burial followed in the Nashville National Cemetery.
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Donnie Mutter
February 27, 2009
Steve and I went to grade school together at Glade Spring. He loved to laugh and always seemed so happy. I am so sorry for your loss and I will remember your family in my prayers.
Mary Lynn (Goff) Hammer
February 27, 2009
I was so sorry to hear of Steve's death. I have a vivid mental picture of him and how he was always smiling. Many years ago I remember my family enjoying a wonderful Thanksgiving meal in your home, Mary, and I remember loving being with all of you. Like Annette, I regret not knowing Steve as an adult. I know he was a super individual as a teen. I send my love and sympathy.
Annette McHugh
February 27, 2009
Mary,
I am so sorry to hear about Steve. I have many fond memories growing up with him in Glade. We had alot of fun and I wish I had known him as an adult. I know he was a fine person and will be greatly missed by family and friends. I will keep you in my prayers. I would love to visit with you some time and talk over old times.
Take care,
Annette Caywood McHugh
Rachel Keller
February 27, 2009
Sorry to hear about your loss. May the memories you have bring to comfort in the days and weeks to come. His Grandfather Dave Lester was my Grandma Rachel Lester Norris' brother. Rachel Keller
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