William Gillespie

William Howard Gillespie, age 94, of Las Vegas, Nevada, passed away Wednesday, January 9, 2013. After retiring from Richmond Gear Works, Mr. Gillespie worked as a handy man until 1999. He was of the Methodist faith and loved working missionary projects all over the country. He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years: Lois Jean Paul Gillespie; son: William Paul (Stacy) Gillespie of Las Vegas; daughter: Diane (Barney) Harrell of Sopchoppy, Florida; grandchildren: Jeanie Harrell and Greg (Lori) Harrell both of Sopchoppy, FL and Becky (Chris) Hewett of Crawfordville, and Crystal, Michelle, and Shawna of Illinois; and seven great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents: David and Bertha Gillespie, three brothers and one great grandchild. A graveside service will be held 3:00pm, Thursday, January 17, 2013 at Friendship Memorial Gardens, Crawfordville, Florida with Elder Bruce Taylor officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to service at the cemetery. Arrangements are under the care and direction of FORBES FUNERAL HOME, Macclenny, FL 850-559-3380 . Please sign the online guestbook at http://www.forbesfuneralhome.net/