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David Gillespie Obituary
Born in Pottsville, Oct. 26, 1965, he was a son of Ann Marie McKenzie Androshick, who survives him in Pottsville, the late Raymond C. Gillespie.
David was a graduate of Pottsville Area High School and worked in the kitchen at the Lehigh Valley Health-Schuylkill S. Jackson Street, for more than 20 years.
He wrestled for the Pennsylvania Championship Wrestling under the name of "Chef D Z Gillespie."
In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Charles and Raymond Gillespie; a sister, Diane Androshick.
David is survived by two brothers, Patrick Gillespie and his wife, Donna, Pottsville and William Gillespie, Florida; two nieces, Kelly Gillespie, Pottsville, and Kerry Gillespie, New York; two great-nephews, TJ and Ethan, both of New York.
Services and interment will be private. Robert A. Evans Jr. Funeral Home, Port Carbon, is in charge of arrangements. Please send condolences to www.robertaevansjrfh.com.
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Erika Ebling
October 1, 2016
My Thoughts and prayers to the family on your loss. I was a classmate of Dave. She was a king, funny and always had smile and something nice to say. I know he will be saddly miss. I know he will be saddly missed. God Bless
john liptok
September 29, 2016
sorry to hear about this , dave and I were friends a long time. prayers for his family at this sad time. RIP brother
Joseph Wenrich
September 27, 2016
So sorry to hear of David's passing. Cousin Barb is in Florida visiting the grandkids and I called her this morning with the news. She has such fond memories of those wonderful get togethers with the family. I will never forget playing ping pong with you and getting Uncle Jim to tell the marvelous ghost story of Confederate Granny." My prayers go out to your family at this sudden loss. Say Hi to Uncle Jim for us. Barb (Yeich) and Joe Wenrich
September 27, 2016
So sad of the news about David, He was a classmate in PHS, we were at vo-tech together. He will be missed too young to go.
MIKE LIPTOK
September 27, 2016
R.I.P. MY FRIEND, PRAYERS FOR YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS
Jake and Jan Keefer
September 27, 2016
Truly saddened by this, this young man will be missed everyday. Our hearts and prayers are with the family and may you find peace.
Dave Rogers
September 27, 2016
I'm Stunned! I just can't believe it! We had so many good times. I'll always remember the days and nights out fishing. As I wrote that I still remember our fishing trips to the Susquehanna River. You never had luck there and when you caught that little one, I think it was a Bass, that was maybe 5 inches we had a good laugh. I still have that picture. From the fishing days, playing pool and having a cold one at the William Penn, and to your wrestling days we always had fun. You're gone far too soon my friend!! I'll never forget the good times. So many memories I could go on and on. RIP Dave! Condolences go out to Bill and the rest of the family.
Sandra Long
September 26, 2016
Sorry you had to go so young ,I will pray for you and your family.
Pete Joyce
September 26, 2016
We are very sorry to hear this news. Rest in peace Dave.
May the road rise to meet you my friend.
Pete & Mitzi Joyce
Pete Joyce
September 26, 2016
We are very sorry to hear this news. Rest in peace Dave. May the road rise to meet you my friend.
Pete & Mitzi Joyce
Richard Sukeena
September 26, 2016
So sorry to hear this sad news! Another PHS classmate passing far too early. My sincere sympathies to Dave's family.
God Bless
Ed Yeich
September 26, 2016
I met Dave when wrestling was held at the Rainbow Hose Co. in Schuylkill Haven. He was quite a character. It was a great night and a fun evening for all. It was my pleasure to call him my friend. Rest Easy Chef. Sincere condolences to his family.
Dan Heffner Jr
September 26, 2016
Sad to see such a great guy go so early... If at the auction, bowling , talking about the Yankees, sports or watching your famous spam video ... you will truly be miss RIP Dave aka Chef aka spam man aka The Great Gillespie
Paul (Tommy Idol) Metzler
September 26, 2016
We had a blast in Palo Alto at the FWA, and hanging out for hours at the diner after the show. I will always remember The Chef telling stories, and doing his impersonations (they all sounded the same). Chef, have fun and be safe in Heaven.
Alene Scherer
September 26, 2016
I will miss you my distance cousin.RIP
Fred Savadge
September 26, 2016
There are just no words!! You were a great gamer and friend. We all here at Savadge Dragon Games will truly miss you!! I've known you for 20 yrs and you role-played the best dwarven characters that could never be duplicated! This truly saddens me and you will dearly be missed my friend. R.I.P Dave
September 26, 2016
We will all miss you and your quick wit! RIP.
Dee (Header) Angelo
September 26, 2016
Chef,our family, always enjoyed watching you wrestle. Sending sympathy to your family.
Betty Hunt
September 26, 2016
RIP Dave. Fly with the angels.
Fred Savadge
September 26, 2016
There's just no words. You were a great gamer and friend. You will be dearly missed from all of us here at Savadge Dragon Games. Your role playing with dwarfs was uncanny and you brought a special personality to them that no one can duplicate. This saddens my heart and will always remember the good times you brought to our table. R.I.P Dave, My Dear Friend.
JOE LIPTOK
September 26, 2016
REST IN PEACE DAVE
william stevenson
September 26, 2016
From the wrestling days when we were kids to softball and bowling "RIP" my friend
Larry Brown
September 26, 2016
RIP Buddy, God Bless...thanks for great memories, whether at work, golf or your visits to the Grove...you will be missed CHEF...
Paul Corbin
September 26, 2016
I'm in complete shock right now! This is not the way I wanted to start my week off! :-( You've always been a great guy to me! Always entertained me at the Dangerous Women Of Wrestling & Women Extreme Wrestling shows since debuting in the companies. I won't forget the day you contacted me and asked for your Jerry Springer episodes to be converted from VHS to DVD. Even tipped me a few bucks which you didn't have to do. My condolences go out to Dave Gillespie's friends and family. He will definitely be missed.
David Neiswender
September 26, 2016
One of my best friend over the last 20. I will miss you Chef
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