JoAnes EDSON (Gillespie), “Jo” 1954 – 2023. JoAnes (Jo) Marie Edson, 68, passed away peacefully at her home on March 10th, 2023. She was under the care of Saint Luke’s Home Health & Hospice, The Key, and many other loving family members and friends. Jo was born on May 11th, 1954, in Richland, Washington to her loving parents Mervin and Isabel Edson, and older brother Gary and fifteen months later they welcomed her younger brother Greg. Jo spent her childhood in Portland until her teen years, when she moved with her family to California. They later moved to Twin Falls, Idaho, her junior year of High School. Jo graduated from Twin Falls High School in 1972.
After graduating, Jo married her high school sweetheart Pat Gillespie. Pat and Jo settled in Idaho Falls and raised their 3 sons and greatest joys in life, Brian, Greg, and Tom. Jo worked as a wife, as a mother raising her boys, and always cheerleading Pat on in his oil business. They later divorced. She welcomed all into her home with her magnetic personality and nurturing demeanor. She became a 2nd mom to many friends and even strangers, as she loved all people. Jo would spend her days cooking, cleaning, and caring for her boys. You could always find her taking her boys on the weekly trips to the motorcycle and snowmobile parts store and junk yards to keep their motors running in the hills.
After the kids grew up and moved out, they purchased a cabin in the Palisades area to be by the lake and to bring the family together. Jo loved the cabin, boating, four wheeling, and being in the sun. A perfect weekend for her would be out on the lake in the sun, music on the deck overlooking the lake, and barbequing with family and friends.
In 2016, Jo moved to Boise and split her time between Boise, Idaho Falls, and the cabin in Palisades. While in Boise, Jo embraced her Basque heritage. She spent a lot of time on the Basque Block, downtown Boise, and living the best Boise life. Jo loved shopping, entertaining, and spending time with family and friends. While living in Boise she met “Boise Brian”. Together, they spent time traveling, boating, cooking, and had many wonderful adventures together. She loved cooking with Brian while he manned the grille. She gave him his spot in the kitchen as well and he loved cooking for her. In Boise, Jo got to spend time with her brother Gary and his family. She loved attending all the many great niece and great nephew events.
Jo is survived by her son’s Brian (Kristy) Gillespie, Greg (Amber) Gillespie, Tom (Nicole) Gillespie; 7 grandchildren, and 3 great grandchildren, all of Idaho Falls. Her brothers Gary (Cheryl) Edson of Boise, and Greg (Lori) of Twin Falls; Nieces Carly Opheim, Lauren (Scott) Oe, and Eryn Edson, all of Boise; Samuel Edson of Seattle Washington, Andrew Edson of Twin Falls Idaho, Brian Gloshen (“Boise Brian”) of Boise; along with many other family and friends that will miss her dearly. Jo was proceeded in death by her parents Mervin and Isabel Edson. Celebration of life yet to be determined.
Michael C FOLLANSBEE, death Oct 28, 2005, age 61, son of Charles & Helen (Gillespie) Follansbee, born Oklahoma
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Albert H Gillespie Oct 13, 1856 – March 28, 1933 St Maries, Idaho
Arley R Gillespie (Mrs) birth July 22, 1892. Death May 17, 1912 Nampa, Idaho.
Arthur Gillespie March 26, 1903 – Oct 10, 1929 Idaho Falls, Idaho.
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Barbara Mae Gillespie d Oct 4, 1952 Gooding, Idaho
Beulah May Gillespie Dec 23, 1894 – Feb 24, 1923 Gooding, Idaho
Blaine Gillespie March 30, 1892 – Jan 14, 1951 Grangeville, Idaho
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Carlos Gillespie death Sept 21, 1945 Craigmont, Idaho
Catheren Gillesby birth April 11, 1848 Died June 10, 1930 Nampa, Idaho
Charles Andrew Gillespie birth Feb 20, 1895. Death Sept 1, 1951 Salmon, Idaho
Charles E Gillespie birth May 6, 1866. Death June 23, 1939 Pinegrove Cemetery, Rathdrum, Idaho
Clara B Gillespie birth July 12, 9999. Death June 3, 1927 St Maries, Idaho
Clyde R Gillespie, 77, of Rigby, passed away Thursday, Aug. 22, 2013, after a two-year battle with cancer. Clyde was born March 18, 1936, in Farragut, Iowa, to Clyde and Vera Maxine Gillespie. Clyde was raised in Tetonia, Idaho, and graduated from Driggs High School. He spent six years in the military and attended Idaho State University and finished his civil engineering degree at the University of Idaho.
On Sept. 22, 1961, he married Sue Griggs; their marriage was later solemnized in the Idaho Falls LDS Temple. They were blessed with four daughters. Clyde worked for the state Highway Department for 30 years, retiring as assistant district engineer. He held various church positions and provided many hours of service. Clyde enjoyed golfing, gardening and spending time with his family. Clyde is survived by his wife, Sue Gillespie of Rigby; four daughters, Patti Suitter, Jan (Travis) Jorgensen, Pam Olsen and Kristi Gillespie, all of Idaho Falls; sister, Vivian Fisher of Blackfoot; and seven grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and two grandsons, Cameron Suitter and James Jorgensen.
Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. Monday, Aug. 26, at the Rigby Stake Center, 258 W. First North in Rigby. The family received friends from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Sunday and from 9:30 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. Monday prior to services, both times at the church. Burial was in Rigby Pioneer Cemetery under the care of Eckersell Memorial Chapel in Rigby.
Conroy Richard Gillespie birth March 28, 1906. Death Jan 26, 1950 Bellevue, Idaho
C W Gillespie birth May 27, 1852 Death Jan 5, 1916 Lenia, Idaho
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Daisy Gillespie birth Jan 10, 1883. Death Oct 6, 1946 Nampa, Idaho
Darlene E Gillespie, 70, of Boise, died Thursday, October 14, 2021. Funeral Home: Bowman Funeral Home
David W Gillespie, David was born on June 12, 1934, in Hackensack, New Jersey, to Helene C. and Elwood D. Gillespie. He and his sister, Jacqueline (Gillespie) Lewis, were raised in Harrington Park, New Jersey, and both graduated from Dumont High School. After high school, David attended Rutgers University, where he joined the Air Force ROTC while studying for a degree in Animal Husbandry. While at Rutgers, he married Kathryn Gillespie (1936 -1998), and together they had two children, Linda Christian (1956) and David Lawrence (1959).
In 1955, David was inducted into the United States Air Force. He was trained as a pilot, becoming a Captain who flew B-52 Bombers and, later in his career, KC-135s. His distinguished military career included flying missions during pivotal moments like the Cuban Missile Crisis and Soviet aggression in the 1960s and 70s. While his work frequently kept him away from his family, he was involved in important roles, even helping to facilitate the conclusion of the Vietnam War while stationed in Thailand from 1974-1975.
In October 1976, David retired from the USAF at his last deployment, Fairchild Air Force Base. He and Kathryn finally had the chance to build their dream home in the Spokane countryside, with flower beds and expansive vegetable and fruit gardens. David also built a large barn for his woodworking shop, where he continued his passion for woodworking and cabinetry. In 1983, David began driving buses for Spokane Transit Authority for several years. He always loved the outdoors and enjoyed hunting and fishing with friends and family whenever he had the chance.In 1997, Kathryn fell ill with an autoimmune disease and passed away in the late summer of 1998.
In 1999, David met Cheryl, and they were married in March 2000. David and Cheryl led an extremely active lifestyle. David became a member of the Freemasons, participating in the Blue Lodge, Scottish Rite, and Grotto. These activities gave them the opportunity to travel across the country to activities and meetings, putting thousands of miles on their conversion van. At their church, David and Cheryl remained active, playing a large role in “Thursday Night Live,” a weekly dinner at the church that fed hundreds of people. When not active outside the home, they enjoyed entertaining in their kitchen or spending time at their cabin in Coeur d’Alene. They would host large dinners for friends and always had a warm oven and open arms for family gatherings during the holidays.David’s strength and resilience were unmatched. As he grew older, he powered through a heart valve replacement, multiple bypass surgeries, and numerous back surgeries. All the while, he maintained a busy lifestyle, working in his garden or woodshop for hours on end. In late 2023, his medical conditions caught up with him, and he moved into a memory care facility on the South Hill in Spokane, where he passed away on August 25, 2025.
David is survived by his wife, Cheryl; his two children, Linda and David; and his grandchildren, Andy, Daniel, Emily, Katie, and Elizabeth. Memorial Services were held 9/5/25 at 1:00 pm at First Presbyterian Church in Spokane, WA
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Edison Gillespie birth May 11, 1879. Death Jan 31, 1951 Oreana, Idaho
Edna C Gillespie birth Nov 11, 1882. Death April 17, 1949 Blackfoot, Idaho
Edward Gillispie birth Oct 22, 1879. Death Feb 9, 1928 Weisley, Idaho
Emory Eleon Gillespie birth April 17, 1931. Death April 18, 1931 Twin Falls Cemetery, Idaho
Ernest Gillespie birth & death Sept 8, 1968 Twin Falls Cemetery, Idaho
Esther L Gillespie birth Aug 4, 1844. Death Oct 5, 1919 Boise, Idaho
Eva Roberta Gillespie birth March 4, 1923. Death May 19, 1944 Challis, Idaho
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Mrs F Gillespie’s father, John Franks, died 1894 at Castle Creek, age 61, Idaho
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George Gillespie, Jr, 82, of Caldwell, died Tuesday, September 3, 2019. Funeral services were held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, September 16, 2019 at Dakan Funeral Chapel. Viewing hours were on Sunday, September 15, 2019 between 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Dakan Funeral Chapel.
Gerald Gillespie birth Aug 3, 1926. Death Dec 31, 1926 Asa, Boise, Idaho
Gladys Elaine Gallespie, Priest River, birth July 24, 1928 Death April 18, 1931 Idaho
Glasby birth Sept 28, 1854. Death Sept 29, 1917 Weiser, Idaho
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Hannah Jane Williams Gillespie b June 7, 1861 d April 22, 1954 Madison, Rexburgh, Idaho
Henry C Gillespie birth June 26, 1861. Death Jan 21, 1927 Rupert, Idaho
Hugh J Gillespie b Feb 2, 1896 d Feb 4, 1952 Ada, Boise, Idaho
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Ilah N. Gillespie 1913 – 1973 Finnish Cemetery, Valley Co, Idaho
Irene Gillespie birth Oct 31, 1891. Death Feb 5, 1943 Weiser, Idaho
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James Gillesspie death Feb 14, 1934 Worley, Idaho
James Gillespie birth May 4,1857. Death Sept 7, 1936 Rexburg, Idaho
James Gillespie, 83, of Boise, died Friday, September 23, 2022. Funeral Home: Cloverdale Funeral Home
James A Gillespie birth Nov 11, 1857. Death Sept 11, 1927 Hailey, Idaho
James Clark Gillespie birth Jan 14, 1876. Death Jan 19, 1950 Orofino, Idaho
James Graham Gillespie, 1936~2020
James Graham Gillespie, 84, passed from this earthly life into glory on July 10, 2020 in Boise, Idaho. The son of James D. Gillespie and Bernice I. Graham, he grew up in Redwood City, California, and graduated from Sequoia Union High School in 1954. He went on to the university of Oregon (Go Ducks!), attaining a BS in Political Science/International Relations. He later joined the Army Reserve and served as a staff sergeant for several years. Jim married Janet Brashear in 1958, and they were blessed with two daughters, Jennifer Lee in 1963 and Amanda Kay in 1965. Jim’s father was a well-known executive in San Francisco industry, and because of that, Jim went into the insurance business in the California Bay Area. He also worked for IBM, Memorex, Xerox and National Semiconductor. In his working career, he was Vice President of Human resources, as well as Director of HR for many companies. He then went into the consulting side of the business, and formed his own company called Technology Management Group, consulting to Oracle and E-Trade, among others.
Jim moved to Boise in 2005 to be nearer to his two daughters and six grandchildren. He enjoyed attending their sporting events, plays, musicals, and concerts as well as family BBQ’s and get-togethers. He was a huge Boise State Football fan, attended when he could and never missed a game on TV. He enjoyed a good party and was never happier than when a holiday arrived. He was an avid hiker and enjoyed first the California mountains and later the Boise foothills. In early 2017, Jim moved to Garden Plaza of Valley View in Boise, enjoying retirement living and his friends there greatly. He returned to his Christian roots during this time, joining All Saints Presbyterian Church in Meridian and professing his faith as he was baptized in 2016 at the age of 80. He truly believed in Jesus’ life and resurrection and that he would be in glory with God at the end of his earthly life. Jim was also a huge animal lover his whole life, and made four-legged friends wherever he went. His beloved cat, Charlie, preceded him in death, but Jim knew Charlie would be waiting for him over the “Rainbow Bridge”.
Jim was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his sister, Diane Beauchamp, of Walnut Creek, CA; his daughters Jennie (John) Wilford and Amanda (Steve) Howell of Boise, as well as his six grandchildren, Lauren (Ryan Stevenson) Wilford, Krista (Will Ah Sing) Wilford, Megan (Mitch) Shohet, Eric Wilford, Brody Howell, and Kayla (Ronald) Sorto, and many nephews and nieces. He leaves behind one lifelong best friend and buddy – Wayne Bayliff – of southern California.
James M Gillespie birth July 27, 1862. Death Nov 3, 1941 Jerome, Idaho. Rebecca 1865 – 1926
James Ray Gillespie 1939 – 2022 James Ray Gillespie, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 23, 2022, in Boise, ID. He was born September 12, 1939, in Tooele, UT to Leo and Mahala Gillespie. Jim worked for Albertsons in Utah for years to pay for his college education. He graduated from University of Utah with a BS in Marketing in 1961 and in 1963 from the College of Law. It was at the end of Law School when he met the love of his life, Judy Hughes. They were married the same year. Jim and Judy moved to Boise, ID in 1964 where he joined the prominent law firm of Eberle, Berlin, Kading, Turnbow and Gillespie for 25 years. Jim then established a successful law firm of his own, practicing for another 31 years. He loved the law and his many clients. He loved working on his ranch in Utah, fishing, hunting, pigeon racing and sharing a cup of coffee with friends. Jim was preceded in death by his parents (Leo & Mahala Gillespie), his brother (Richard Gillespie) and his beloved wife, Judy Gillespie. He is survived by his son, Todd Gillespie (Alison) daughter Marilee Morley (Paul), grandchildren Isaac Morley and Rachel Morley, and sisters Cathleen Hutchings and Sue Stavros (Dave Hoffman), many nephews, nieces, Russ Evans (Tara), and ranch family Mike Cox, Dave Hansen and Jay Hansen. A Celebration of Life Open House was held on Saturday, October 15, 2022, from 11:00-1:00 at the Center @the Park, located in Kleiner Park, 1920 N. Records Ave., Meridian, ID.
Jeffrey Robert Gillespie, 57, of Nampa, died Tuesday, April 12, 2022. Funeral Home: All Valley Cremation, allvalleycremation.com, 208-899-9361.
John Gillespie, 69, of Ontario, died August 10, 2024. Arrangements are under the direction of Haren-Wood Funeral Chapel, Ontario.
John Sproule Gillespie birth Sept 12, 1858. Death Jan 5, 1939 Caldwell, Idaho
Joseph E Gillespie birth Jan 26, 1989. Death Jan 30, 1989 Twin Falls Cemetery, Idaho
Joyce Eileen Gillespie, 89, of Boise, ID, passed away May 29, 2014 at a local care center. Services are being arranged by Cloverdale Funeral Home.
Judy Hughes Gillespie, 69, Boise, died Friday, March 26, 2010, at a local care facility. Beloved wife, mother and friend to all who knew her passed away Friday, March 26, 2010. She was born Nov. 26, 1940, in Malad, to Rachel and Jesse Hughes. She graduated from Utah State University with a secondary teaching degree. She became a high school English teacher in Salt Lake City, Utah, where she met the love of her life and was very instrumental in helping her husband, Jim, graduate from law school. They moved to Boise in 1964 where she established their new home and taught at Borah High School. In 1966 she chose a new career that utilized her talents as a full-time mother. She raised two children, her husband, many neighbor kids and a menagerie of animals, all of whom were elevated substantially by their association with her. Of all her successes, she was most pleased with being blessed with two children and two wonderful grandchildren.
She leaves behind a legacy of family, friends and accomplishments. She knew how to make things happen and brought a polish and shine to everything she did with a smile and grin that warmed hearts and moved mountains. She is survived by her husband, Jim, son Todd and wife Alison; her daughter Marilee Morley and husband Paul Morley; grandchildren, Isaac and Rachel Morley. A viewing was held at Cloverdale Funeral Home on Wednesday, March 31, from 6 to 8 p.m.
A Memorial service was held 2 p.m., Thursday, April 1, at Cloverdale Funeral Home.
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Lucinda S Gillespie birth Nov 17, 1847. Death May 7, 1935 Moscow, Idaho
Lucy C Gillespie Dec 5, 1892 – May 16, 1967 Rosedale Memorial Gardens, Payette, Idaho
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Madge Ellen (Betts) Gillespie, 1913 – 2011 Madge Gillespie died on Feb 13, 2011, at Valley View Life Care Center at age 97. She was born Oct. 25, 1913, at home on the family farm near Nampa, Idaho, the daughter of pioneer settlers Jacob Betts and Nora Burnett. She grew up on the farm, without benefit of running water or electricity, and walked a mile to Lone Tree School. After graduating from high school in 1931, she worked as an office typist, and then as bookkeeper at Lloyd Lumber Company in Nampa. In 1939 Madge got a job in Washington, D.C.. for the Army Ordnance Department, and there met Major Ernst Gillespie. They were married in Nampa in 1943. Ernst was assigned to Fort Pierce, Florida, and while there, daughter Bonnie was born. The next move was to Schenectady, New York, where Fran was born, followed by a stint at Redstone Arsenal, Tennessee, where Madge danced with the famous Werner Von Braun. She went to work for the Bureau of Land Management in Boise, Idaho, in 1954, and soon divorced. As a land adjudicator, she took a promotion assignment and moved to Fairbanks, Alaska, in 1972. She was the supervising adjudicator there and received an award from the Secretary of the Interior for the work she accomplished. Madge retired in 1975, after 26 years of government service, and returned to Boise where she bought a comfortable home. She joined St. Alphonsus Auxiliary and served as a volunteer at the hospital. Madge and her sister Erma enjoyed many travels together, including trips to Europe. She was always so proud of her two daughters, and particularly her four grandsons. Madge was a long time member of First United Methodist Church, Cathedral of the Rockies, and attended services until only a few months ago. She was also active in the United Methodist Women organization. Madge was preceded in death by her four brothers and two sisters. She is survived by daughters, Bonnie (Mac) McOmber and Fran (Joe) Meyers; grandchildren Rich Yarbrough, Steve McOmber, Jay Meyers, and David Meyers; great- grandchildren, Danielle, Joseph, and Sophia Meyers, and Shay and Dylan Collins; and many nieces and nephews. The family wishes to express appreciation to St. Luke’s Hospice and Valley View Life Care Center for their care of Madge during her last weeks. A funeral service was held on Saturday, February 19, 2011 at 10:30 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church, Cathedral of The Rockies, with a reception at the church after the service. Burial followed at Kohlerlawn Cemetery in Nampa. Visitation for family and friends will be held on Friday from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. at Alden-Waggoner Funeral Chapel.
Mary Viola Gillespie birth May 30, 1948. Death July 27, 1950 Stanley, Idaho
Maud Glasby birth Nov 30, 1885. Death July 9, 1947 Mountain Home, Idaho
Maxine Fonda Gillespie. On Saturday, Jan 5, 2019 Maxine, mother, daughter, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, passed away at the age of 92 years. She was preceded in death by her mother Visa Krammer Gandee; her father Ernest Grandee, her eldest son Ron Gillespie, son in law Kent Stevens, and her husbabd Miles of 65 years. Maxine was one of 9 siblings. Her only surviving sibling is sister, Joyce Haley of Yorktown, Texas. Also surviving are her children: Jerry, Mark, Penny Stevens, Carol Williams (Jerry), Linda Hardy (Rick) and Jay. Maxine love all, and spoke of Julie Gillespie. She met her husband MIles in the Council, Idaho area. They were married in 1945 in Lovelock, Nevada. They spent much time travelling with the military while raising their children. Maxine and Miles moved to Idaho in 1960. He retired from the Air Force and Maxine began working as a waitress at the Golden Star Restaurant, where she was employed for 16 years. Maxine resided on Faye Lane in Nampa for 25 years before her final home in Karcher Estates in Nampa. She was very talented at sewing, crocheting, gardening, canning and quilting. . Maxine was a member of the The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Serves were held Friday, Jan 11 at 10 am at the Mormon Church in Nampa, viewing 9 to 9:45 am prior to service. Luncheon followed in hall. Burial 2:00 pm at Veterans Memorial Cemetery.
Mettia Gillespie birth June 1, 1856. Death Aug 18, 1918 Weiser, Idaho
Miles Robert Gillespie birth July 11, 1922. death May 4, 2010 US Air Force, MSGT, World War II. Idaho State Veteran’s Cemetery, Boise, Idaho. Miles, 87, of Nampa passed away Tuesday, May 4, 2010 at the V.A. Medical Center in Boise, of natural causes. Miles was born on July 11, 1922 near Miles City, MT to Robert Harrison Gillespie and Veva Harriet McCoulgh Gillespie. He was raised and attended High School in Hansen, ID. He was a member of the CCC’s (Civilian Conservation Corp.) in 1940 in McCall, ID with his future brother-in-law, Lloyd Gandee. Miles enlisted in the Army Dec. 4, 1940 and was stationed at Schofield Barracks, HI during the attack on Pearl Harbor. He served throughout the Pacific during WWII. After his honorable discharge he married Maxine Gandee, (from New Plymouth, ID) on September 1, 1945 in Winnemucca, NV. They were happily marred for nearly 65 years. In July of 1946 he re-enlisted in the U.S. Air Force in which he served until Jan. 1961. During his Air Force career he served in various locations throughout the U.S. as a clerk, but his favorite job was as a recruiter for nine years in Monterey, CA. He was a Bronze Star Recipient and a long time member of The Pearl Harbor Survivors. After his Air Force career he worked in many different jobs including Kirby Vacuum Sales, Bob Rice Ford, Idaho Migrant Counsel and Caldwell Electric. He was always involved in home building and R.V. restorations. Miles was preceded in death by his parents and his two sisters; Peggy Halliwill of Canyon Country, CA and Mickey Wiscombe of Kuna, ID. He survived by his seven children, all of whom graduated from Meridian High School: Ron of Nampa, Jerry of Mt. Home, Mark and Cheryl of Nampa, Penny and Kent Stevens of Nampa, Carol and Jerry Williams of Nampa, Linda and Rick Hardy of Meridian and Jay and Julie of Nampa, 21 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren and numerous loving nieces and nephews from the Wiscombe and Gandee families. The family would like to express their gratitude for the excellent care that was given Miles by the V.A. Medical Center of Boise and the Treasure Valley hospice. A memorial services was held at 11 a.m. Friday, May 7th in the Nampa 17th Ward LDS Chapel, 7809 Deer flat Rd, Nampa. Burial wasat the Idaho State Veteran’s Cemetery at 3 p.m. following the services. Arrangements are being provided by the Zeyer Funeral Chapel, Nampa. 467-7300
Mittie H Gillespie birth June 1, 1856. Death Aug 18, 1918
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Nellie Grace Gillaspie birth July 24, 1928 death Dec 26, 1919 Priest River, Idaho
Norman Gillespie birth Oct 6, 1928. Death Feb 13, 1937 Bonneville, Idaho Falls, Idaho
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Patrick John Gillespie death Jan 4, 1937 Wallace, Idaho
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Rebekah Jane Gillespie birth Dec 22, 1865 Death May 27, 1920 Cottonwood, Idaho
Richard Steph Gillespie birth Jan 29, 1877. Death Sept 14, 1945 Gooding, Wendell, Idaho
Robert Gillespie birth Feb 16, 1881 Goose Creek. Death Dec 1881 (infant) parents Robert & Phoebe Delilia Hickman Gillespie, Basin Cemetery, Cassia Co, Idaho
Robert Gillespie, age 82, passed away peacefully at his home with his family by his side, on Saturday, September 13, 2025. “Bob” courageously fought a three year battle with lung cancer. Bob was born on May 22, 1943 in Twin Falls, Idaho to the parents of Joseph Emory Gillespie and Alice Ruth Gillespie. Siblings include Emory Eldon Gillespie, John Emory “Jack” Gillespie (wife, Madeline and two daughters, Sheryl Tegelberg (Emery) and Gayle Graff (Dick)), and James “Jimmy” Alan Gillespie (three children, Eileen, Guy, and Christine).
Bob was married to Bonnie Jane Dohse on June 4th, 1965. They had two children, Robbie Ray Gillespie (wife, Ellen) (previous wife, Dana and four children, Jake, Kassie (Tanner), Cory (Molly) and Alex), and Robyn Rochelle Stephenson (husband, Damon and three children, Tyson (Keli), Carter (Nayah), and Kamryn). After graduating from Twin Falls Highschool in 1961, Bob attended Idaho State University for one year pursuing aviation mechanics. He later changed direction and graduated from Twin Falls Business College with a Junior Accounting degree in business management. Bob met Jack Sears shortly before him and Bonnie got married. That friendship led to Bob’s partnership in Banner Furniture, which he later purchased from Jack. That career spanned nearly 50 years, before Bob retired and liquidated the business. Shortly thereafter, Bob and Bonnie moved to Kuna, Idaho to be with their children and grandchildren.
Bob had a multitude of achievements and hobbies in his lifetime. He and his friend Jack Sears built an experimental Quickie or “Q2” airplane together. Bob was a sport pilot and enjoyed a lifetime of flying the Q2. He also had a passion for anything “planes, trains, boats, and cars”. Hours were spent building models, RC airplanes and boats. Many of which won National competitions. Bob and family also restored his first car, a 1931 Model A Ford sedan. It has been a beloved treasure of his that they took to car shows and drove in many parades. Bob also enjoyed many adventures and activities; including scuba diving, camping, golfing, rafting, skiing and another favorite–boating. Bob and Bonnie took annual trips to Lake Powell and the San Juan Islands for over 20 years–introducing those very special places to their children, grandchildren, nieces, nephews and a multitude of friends and family. He was a member of many organizations including Rotary International, Twin Falls Chamber of Commerce, Treasure Valley Model A Club, Magic Valley Aeromodelers and Magic Valley Dive Club. Bob and Bonnie were also able to take and enjoy many vacations around the world.
Bob is survived by his wife, Bonnie; his two kids, and all of his grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents, all of his siblings, and many aunts and uncles. Bob’s Memorial service was held at Kuna Lutheran Church at 128 E. Porter St. in Kuna. Viewing began at 10:45 a.m. followed by a service at 12 p.m. A light lunch was served following the service.
Ronald Gillespie, 73, of Boise, died July 18, 2019. Funeral Home: Cremation Society of Idaho
Rose Gillespie birth June 28, 1852. Death Jan 18, 1928 Boise, Idaho
Ruby L Gillespie death July 24, 2001. Twin Falls Cemetery, Idaho
Ruth Gillespie birth 1906. Death April 23, 1965 Twin Falls Cemetery, Idaho
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Sarah Ellen Glasby birth Nov 5, 1856. Death Sept 26, 1940 Couer d’Alene, Idaho
stillborn Gillespie birth & death July 1, 1938, Gooding, Idaho
Sydney Anne Gillespie Our little princess Sydney Anne was taken away by complications of M.S. Aug. 27, 2008. She is dearly missed by her many friends and her family. Her grieving children, Jennifer and Daniel Weeks and her sister Diane Nummy, her father George Nummy, nephew Chris Moore and wife Lisa Moore in Coeur d’Alene, and son-in-law Steve Avila of Boise are all glad knowing that she has gone on to peace and joy joining family members who preceded her. Sydney was born in Palo Alto, Calif. on June 12 1948. She moved with her parents George and Reggie Nummy to Boise in 1966 where she graduated from Boise High in 1967. She worked for several years as a very popular beautician until failing health forced her to end her career in that field. She then worked happily at home on her multitude of craft projects. Private family services are being planned for a later date.
Sylvia Gillespie birth March 11, 1864. Death Dec 2, 1918 Boise, Idaho
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Terry Gillespie, 60, of Kuna, died Friday May 25, 2012 at his home. Services are under the direction and care of Chapel of the Chimes Funeral Home, Meridian.
Thomas B Gillesby Feb 8, 1847 – March 28, 1920 Nampa, Idaho
Thomas Francis Gillespie birth Jan 2, 1869. Death June 3, 1942. Orofino, Idaho
Tom Gillespie, 66, of Boise, died Monday, March 9, 2020. Funeral Home: Cloverdale Funeral Home.
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Vernon L Gillespie, 91, of Mountain Home, passed away at his home on Thursday, June 26, 2014. Arrangements are under the care of Rost Funeral Home, McMurtrey Chapel, located at 500 No. 18th East in Mountain Home. 587-0612
Vernon V Gillespie birth Feb 14, 1896. Death July 14, 1939 Madison, Idaho
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Wanda Jean Gillespie birth Aug 20, 1930. Death Dec 29, 1936 Caldwell, Idaho
Wendell P Gillespie March 6,1890 – July 21, 1991. Rosedale Memorial Gardens, Payette, Idaho
William Henry Gillespie birth March 14, 1860. Death Jan 1, 1928 Clearwater. Orofino, Idaho
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Zoe A Gillespie birth May 15, 1866. Death Nov 25, 1944 Orofino, Idaho
Debra MINOR death Nov 13, 2005 age 53, in Irvine, California. Birth Aug 3, 1952 Fargo, North Dakota to Wayne & Delores Gillespie. Raised in Southern California from age 13 moving to Couer d’Alene in August 1995. Interred Riverview Cemetery, Couer d’Alene.
Glenn FITZSIMMONS, husband of Gladys Gillespie, died Jan 6, 1992 at Parma. Burial Riverside Cemetery, Payette, ID.
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Source: Idaho Genweb; Idaho Death Index; Internment.net, funeral home obituaries, Legacy
Also: Ida May Gillespid May 4, 1869 -Aug 15, 1925 Star Co, Idaho
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