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Jean Gillespie Obituary

MULVANE - Gillespie, Jean A. (Kelly), passed away on Sunday, December 15, 2013, after a long courageous battle with breast cancer. She was born in Monett, MO on November 25, 1949, to Eldon and Helen Kelly, who preceded her in death. Jean is survived by her husband, James "Jim"; daughter, Shani (Chris) Hoebener of Wichita; son, James (Jennifer) Gillespie of Mulvane; four grandchildren, Lauren and Brianne Hoebener, Jaden and Jhace Gillespie. Services will be held 6 p.m. Friday, December 20, at Smith Mortuary, 1415 N. Rock Rd., Derby, KS. Memorials may be sent to Susan G. Komen for the Cure or Victory in the Valley. Send condolences at www.smithfamilymortuaries.com

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Published by Eagle-Independent on Dec. 17, 2013.

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December 20, 2013

No one can express the words to say to the empty, loney, loss your feeling. Just know that family and friends are there if you need us. Jean was a great courageous woman. We had some very good times over the years and she will be missed terribly. She will always be in our hearts.
Jim, Shani and James We Love You. So sorry we couldn't be there.
Sam & Dixie Needham

Sandy Calhoun

December 20, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

John and Becky Nelson

December 19, 2013

We're so sorry to hear about Jean. No words can express when you lose a loved one so dear. May God bless and comfort you in this time of grieving.

December 19, 2013

Jean was a dear sweet lady. So sorry for your loss. The girls from the Infusion Center, Rosie, Jenny, Donna, Chris, Sharon and Phyllis

Mary Lee & Bob England

December 18, 2013

Jim, Shani, James and the rest of your family, I'm so sorry for your loss. Wish I could be there for you like you were for me. Just remember the good times we all used to have. Know that my prayers are with you. May she rest in peace. Love you.

Susan Baker

December 18, 2013

James, Jenny and Family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss, Our condolences and prayers.

David Gillespie

December 18, 2013

So sorry to hear about aunt jean.Our thought's and prayers are with you all.Stay strong uncle Jim.

December 18, 2013

Jim & Family,

I am so sorry to hear of your loss.
You are in my thoughts & prayers

Carol Riner

Alan & Mischelle Gillespie

December 17, 2013

We are so sorry for your loss. May the many years of memories bring all of you comfort in this difficult time.

Kim Lytle

December 17, 2013

Jim,

Very sorry to hear about Jean. You are in my prayers.

Kim Lytle

James Meier

December 17, 2013

Jim, So sorry to hear of the passing of your wife. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Roy and Stacy Fouts

December 17, 2013

Rest in Peace

Jasen & Shannon Gillespie

December 17, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

December 16, 2013

Kevin and Barbara Gillespie rest in peace sweetie.

Cheryn Lewis

December 16, 2013

My prayers and thoughts are with you, Jim,Shani& Chris, Lauren, Brianne, James & Jennifer, Jaden, Jhace. Love you all.

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