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1943

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2025

Tom Gillespie Obituary

Thomas (Tom) Gayle Gillespie, 81, went home to be with the Lord on January 13, 2025. Born on December 2, 1943, in San Antonio, Texas, to Frank and LaNell Gillespie, who preceded him in death.

Tom is survived by his wife of 60 years, Beverly Gillespie; his daughters, April Cheek (husband, David) and Amy Downs (husband, Jarrett); his grandchildren: Rachel Fleming, Keith Fleming, Aletheia Young (husband, Jeremy), Thomas Downs (wife, Shelby), Abigail Tomlinson (husband, Chris), Stephen Downs (wife, Mariah), Jonathan Downs (wife, Jasmine), Evelyn Downs and Meleah Downs; and his great-grandchildren: Owen and Susanna Young and Eleanor Downs. He is also survived by his brother, Mike Gillespie (wife, Donna).

Services will be held January 27, 2025, at 10:30 am at First Baptist Church Wimberley at 15951 Winters Mill Pkwy, Wimberley, TX 78676.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations be made to www.imb.org.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Wimberley View from Jan. 16 to Jan. 30, 2025.

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Judy Davis

January 28, 2025

Beverly, I were so sorry to hear of Tom's passing. I hope his service today was uplifting and comforting for you and your family. I'll always remember Tom and Jack Burton coming to visit us after visiting Woodlawn and inviting us to join and especially Tom inviting me to join the choir. I so enjoyed being in his choir and getting to know you both through the years. We are praying for you and your family as you go forward. Judy Davis

Jeanette Austin

January 27, 2025

Dear Beverly ,
You and your family are especially in my prayers today as you and your sweet husband, Tom, have been in the past.
I´m praying for the continuing Presence, comfort, guidance, and strength from our Lord Jesus Christ today and in the days ahead.
In Him,
Jeanette

Diane (Cox) Weidner (Matthew's mom)

January 23, 2025

My condolences to Beverly and Amy and April on Tommy's passing. He was a bright light at Woodlawn, as were you all. His singing was special and inspiring. I enjoyed being a part of your church life and being friends. Best wishes to you all.

Woodine McClure

January 22, 2025

Beverly,
I am so sorry to learn of Tom´s passing. Prayers are being sent to you and your family.
Miss seeing you Beverly, and sending my love.

Gretchen Hoover

January 17, 2025

One of my favorite people. Always smiling and always happy!! I will miss that smile and those sparkling eyes!! I got to be his dentist for 14 years and we will miss him dearly. Sending our love to Beverly and his entire family!!

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