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David Gilmore Obituary
Our community sadly lost a local music icon and beloved family member, when David Leckie Gilmore, went to join his father, Wussy Gilmore, in Heaven on Sunday, September 20, 2020.
David was born, along with his twin brother Alan, on January 14, 1959. He was born and raised in Culpeper, VA – a place he held dear to his heart, as evident in his original song, "Culpeper Virginia."
David shared his love of life and music with all that he met. His repertoire encompassed all genres, a true crowd pleaser for all ages. His legacy will live on in the hearts and minds of all who knew and loved him.
David, a devoted son, brother, uncle and friend, is survived by his life partner, Donna Lynn Rector. His mother, Jacqueline R. Gilmore. Four siblings, Elaine Gilmore Smiley and husband, Tom, Jeanne Gilmore Ascari and husband, Craig, Charles Wayland (Chuckie) Gilmore and wife, Julie, and Robert F (Alan) Gilmore and wife, Frankie. Plus, numerous nieces and nephews.
A funeral service is scheduled for 6 pm on Saturday, September 26, 2020 at Found & Son Funeral Chapels, 850 Sperryville Pike, Culpeper, VA 22701. Due to COVID mandates masks are required to enter the building. The family would like to invite those that are not able to attend to share in the visitation via live stream by joining at https://www.oneroomstreaming.com/view/authorise.php?k=160079256177971
Interment will be private at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Culpeper County Library, 271 Southgate Shopping Center, Culpeper, VA 22701.
An online guestbook and tribute wall are available at www.foundandsons.com
Found and Sons Funeral Chapel of Culpeper is serving the family.
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Memories and Condolences
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Dianna Cave Atkins
September 19, 2023
David will always be in our hearts.
Mary Anna and Bob Walsh
September 17, 2022
David is missed daily and certainly when going out and listening to other performers wishing it was him on the stage. Prayers to the family of David, know that he was loved and is missed dearly. RIP David and watch over us all.
Phil and Ginny Ferlazzo
September 26, 2020
Jackie and family, Our hearts are aching for all of you. We have good memories of David, always so pleasant and kind and sharing that beautiful voice. He will be sorely missed. Blessings and love to all of you. Ginny and Phil
Nancy Frazier Cortese
September 26, 2020
I am so sorry to hear of David's passing!! Until now, I can't think of a time I ever thought of him without smiling and I don't believe I ever saw him not smiling! He will be greatly missed because he was greatly loved! My thoughts and prayers are with Donna and the Gilmore family! God bless and comfort you all and may he rest in peace.
George and Mary Fotenos
September 25, 2020
May our condolences bring you comfort and our prayers ease the pain of your loss. God bless
Bobby Farnam
September 25, 2020
I was deeply saddened to hear of David's passing. We all shared some great times together. RIP
Noelle Bye
September 24, 2020
I have wonderful memories of hanging with the David Gilmore Group in Culpeper in my first newspaper job. This was a wonderful period of my life, and this loss is heartbreaking. Rest In Peace, David. You were a wonderful person and a very talented musician. I miss you and Vince both greatly.
Steve Jenkins
September 24, 2020
David was a very kind person who never had a bad thing to say about anyone. He enjoyed life as he wished. He will be missed and remembered.
Darien, Melissa, Zac & Brad Anderson
September 24, 2020
So sorry to hear of David's passing. Thinking of you all.
Debra Dodson
September 24, 2020
Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers. David will be greatly missed.
Bob and Mary Anna Walsh
September 24, 2020
Prayers to Donna and the Gilmore family. Stay strong.
Roger Earl Kidwell
September 24, 2020
You will be missed.....but never forgotten David my old friend.
Frances Christian
September 24, 2020
To tbe Family. So sorry for your loss. Praying for you all.
Greg Martin
September 24, 2020
Kristi and I are sad for your loss. We also believe David has joined Wussy in God's kingdom.
Mike and Lisa Hofmann
September 24, 2020
Our hearts and prayers go out to this wonderful family.
Tammy Reeves
September 23, 2020
What a sensitive soul and happy person always to greet you. He will be so missed. To young. But God needed him. Maybe to lead the angels in song. Rest my friend. We will miss you so much.
Larry and Barbara Horner
September 23, 2020
With deepest sympathy to David's family. We will always remember him and his music fondly.
LARRY CORBIN
September 23, 2020
sorry for your loss.
Patty Stringfellow Garbee
September 23, 2020
Dear Jackie and Gilmores,
Thinking of all you wonderful Culpeper people and praying for peace and comfort for you. I am so sorry to read of David's death.
Rick Furnival
September 23, 2020
We are deeply saddened to hear of David's passing. I will miss seeing David's infectious smile while playing all the music of our lives - plus his great originals. David's influence over my humble efforts as a guitar player and songwriter will not be forgotten. Godspeed!
Dianna and Donnie Atkins
September 23, 2020
So very sorry for this beautiful life, everyone loved David Gilmore, he will be missed, by us all.
Tammy Hartman
September 22, 2020
Known David a long time. Last time I seen him was at Frost Diner, eating dinner before his gig at Grass Rootes. Very sadden to hear of his passing. Thinking of the family during this time. Prayers continue for the Gilmore family. Rip David. Gone way to soon!
Joyce Corbin
September 22, 2020
My deepest condolences to the family
LeiLani J Stanley
September 22, 2020
I am so very sorry for all of your losses. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. God has indeed gained another Angel too soon.
Doris Soutter Strickland
September 22, 2020
So very sorry to hear of his passing. So well liked by all of Culpeper
Diane Morris
September 22, 2020
Thanks for the music. Heaven will welcome your tunes.
Steve Peacock
September 22, 2020
I am going to miss talking to you about music, and life in general. You will be greatly missed, but never forgotten!! REST IN PEACE my friend!
Cynthia Leftwich
September 22, 2020
We were honored to have him play for our wedding day luncheon in June. David will surely be missed by all! We will have a vacant spot on our local stage and in our hearts! ❤
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