Frank Gilstrap

Frank lived life to its fullest on his own terms. I’ll miss our lively debates, your infectious laugh, but most of all your unconditional love. May you rest in peace, big brother, with much love.

Dearest Dorothy - we are so deeply sorry to hear the news of Frank's passing. He is, of course, in our thoughts and prayers as indeed are you, your extended family and friends. We can but dimly understand the feeling of loss you are feeling. Carole Anne and I, in Ireland, at this remove feel the loss and shall miss his kindness, humour and keen interest in all things - qualities he sincerely demonstrated every time we met that made him so easy to love. Our only consolation is that Frank's...

Frank , A gentle, wise, giant of a man who bestowed kindness & calm to so many of us.
My heart felt condolences to his cherished wife Dorothy.

Mr. Gilstrap was a wonderful man and he really liked going to court. When he was preparing for a court hearing he would always be talking to himself in the hallways as if he were in the court room. I enjoyed the many years I worked for him and I will miss him. I send prayers to Dorothy, Lessie and the rest of his family for peace.

Frank always encouraged me to be curious, to ask questions, and to be a better version of myself. Frank remains a source of inspiration for me and I am so thankful for the light and joy that he was able to share with me. He will be missed.

Dearest Dorothy, I'm saddened to hear of the passing of your dear Frank. I was glad to have met him and you in Kilkenny, when we all had lunch together. Such a wonderful reassuring and calm wise presence I was always delighted to see him whenever you visited Ireland. We'll have prayers this evening here in Co. Limerick at 7oc. (Irish time) so as to be with you in spirit.
Thinking of you and the family.
With love, Gerry O'B.