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Steve Gillenwater Obituary
Steve Gillenwater, 61, of Washington Court House passed away on Friday, Sept. 19 to join his late wife Jenny Gillenwater. Leaving behind four daughters, Stephanie (Chris) Comer, Tala and Tabi Hites, and Melissa Gillenwater (Richard Edwards III) plus nine grandchildren, Gabby and Bryce Comer, Jerrica , Kieara and Levi Hites, Faybien and Mathias Maag, RJ and Jase Edwards.
Steve is also survived by his mother, Joan Rodgers, three brother and two sisters, Gene (Susan) Gillenwater, Jeff (Pam) Gillenwater, Joe (Linda) Rodgers, Melodie (Rodger) Shiltz, and Vickie Hastings.
Saturday, Sept. 27 there will be a memorial gathering at Grace United Methodist Church (Fellowship Hall) from noon until 3 p.m. Family and friends are welcome. A graveside service to be announced at a later date. For any information call Melissa at (740) 505-7829.
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Memories and Condolences
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Jill
September 29, 2014
Sorry for your loss. This will be a difficult time, may you find comfort in all of your memories& the peace of God. (Romans15:33)
Tom Gauldin
September 28, 2014
Tala and Tabi, I am sorry for your loss.
September 27, 2014
Joan and family so sorry for your loss of our son Steve . God be th the family oda and in the ks to come! Love You Aunt Puggy! Gnny Eggleton Dunn Tolle sendsthis condolence
felicia cox
September 25, 2014
I'm sorry for your loss. I know he will be missed but he will always be in you heart.
Darlene Piguet
September 24, 2014
So sorry for you lost Melissa, Rich and family. I know how much he will be missed. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Hugs and love, Aunt Darlene
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