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Audrey Mensinger Gillispie
1927 - 2024
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Audrey Mensinger Gillispie Obituary
August 16, 1927 - September 4, 2024
Modesto, California - Audrey Mensinger Gillispie, age 97. August 16, 1927-Septmber 4, 2024. Audrey was born in Modesto and a lifelong resident in Escalon. Graduated Escalon HS, 2nd generation MJC, and attained a B.S. in Pharmacy from USC, 1951. She was a registuered Pharmacist for over 50 years. She married Robert (Bill) Gillispie (passed 2012) in 1951 with 60 married years living on a walnut and almond ranch outside of Escalon.
Deeply interested in education, she was the first woman elected to the Escalon Unified School District Board of Education, serving 25 years, 2 terms as President. She also served as President and long-term Executive committee on the San Joaquin County School Board Association.
Audrey's love for education and children showed in her life involvement in; President- Van Allen Grammar School Mother's Club, 4-H Leader, American Association of University Women, Manteca Federated Women, Eastern Star, Election Board, Friends of the Escalon Library and Escalon Historical Society. Prior to Bill's passing, they had the honor of being named Mr. & Mrs. Escalon for their long-time service to the Escalon community.
She is survived by her 3 children: daughter Diane Alcorn (Douglas) of Escalon, son Robert (Bob) Gillispie (Diane) of Escalon and daughter Linda Hischier of Modesto. Also 4 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren.
Private graveside service at Burwood Cemetery on 09/17/24. The family would like to express their appreciation to all that assisted with her care.
Remembrances may be made to the following:
Friends of the Escalon Library
1540 Second Street
Escalon, CA 95320
Escalon Historical Society
1630 Main Street
Escalon, CA 95320
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Elvera Rollins
September 16, 2024
My condolences to the family in your loss. Audrey was such a
Lovely lady and she and Bill were of my generation and
We knew each other thru our many years in Escalon.
My prayers are with you all.
Debra Brady
September 16, 2024
My condolences to Audrey´s family. I knew her at El Rio where my husband is a resident. I had many friendly chats with her as she wheeled around the hallways. She was always warm & eager to engage. I´m grateful to know a bit more now of her life and many contributions to our community.
Blessings, Rev. Debra Brady
Tammy Miller
September 15, 2024
A noble life, well lived. Her memory lives on through her family. My condolences to you all
Happy Trails Audrey
Holly Evans
September 15, 2024
Always looked up to her as a young Rainbow Girl. She was a wonderful lady. Holly Foster Evans
Gay Sperry
September 14, 2024
May the love of family and friends help you through this time of sadness.
Diane and Diane, sending lots of huggggs your way...
Gay (Sperry) and David Provost
Gay Sperry
September 14, 2024
May the love of your family and friends get you through this time of sorrow.
Sending lots off huggggs Diane and Diane...
Gay (Sperry) and David Provost
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