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David Gillespie Obituary
GILLESPIE, 67
Letter Carrier
LAKELAND - Mr. David Frank Gillespie died January 31, 2010 at his home of respiratory failure.
Mr. Gillespie was born September 2, 1942 in Chicago, Illinois. He was a member of the Postal Union for 42 years and an avid Chicago Cubs fan. He was Lutheran faith.
Mr. Gillespie was predeceased by his wife of 36 years, Charlotte Long Gillespie. Survivors include son, Brian K, Gillespie, daughter, Debra Gillespie, daughter, Mel-issa Gillespie, 7 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild.
The family will receive friends on Wednesday February 3, 2010 from 5-7 P.M. at Heath Funeral Chapel. Gravesides services will be held on Thursday February 4, 2010 at noon at Oak Hill Burial Park. He was a devoted husband and loving father, and a nurturing grandpa.
Condolences may be sent to the family at
www.heathfuneralchapel.com.
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Wes & June Auth
February 2, 2010
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.
Kirt Sullivan
February 2, 2010
Please accept my extreme condolences on the passing of David. David was a good friend and loyal member of Local Branch 1779, National Association of Letter Carriers, Lakeland, Florida. May he Rest In Peace!!!
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