Rosetta Kay Gillespie

Sep 3rd, 1943 - Jul 16th, 2016
4 Guests

Visitation:

Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home

Fri, Jul. 22nd, 2016 11:00am ~ 1:00pm

Service:

Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home

Fri, Jul. 22nd, 2016 1:00pm

Burial:

Egyptian Memorial Gardens

Fri, Jul. 22nd, 2016 2:00pm

Johnston City- Rosetta Kay Gillespie, age 72, of Ooltewah, Tennessee, formerly of Johnston City, passed away at 5:42pm on Saturday, July 16, 2016 at The Bridge at Rockwood, Tennessee.

Rosetta was born in Muhlenberg County, KY on September 3, 1943, the daughter of J.D. and Agnes (Dame) Shadowens. She married Roy Gillespie on August 2, 1963. He preceded her in death on November 5, 1967.

Mrs. Gillespie retired as a licensed practical nurse after twenty-two years at the Herrin Hospital in the O.B. Department. Rosetta was a proud United States Army Veteran.

Survivors include her son- Carl Ray Gillespie of Johnston City

Daughter- Hope and Kevin Lockler of Ooltewah, TN

Three Grandchildren- Ian and Julie Lockler of Ooltewah, TN

Julia Marie Gillespie of Springfield, MO

Darian Lockler of Ooltewah, TN

Great granddaughter- Ellie May Lockler of Ooltewah, TN

God Daughter- Tanya Pena of Kennesaw, GA

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, brother- Gerald “Bud” Shadowens, two sisters- Shelby Tippy and Doris Koslosky.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00pm on Friday, July 22, 2016 at Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home in Herrin with Rev. Don Colson officiating. Burial will follow at Egyptian Memorial Gardens in Energy. Visitation will be held from 11:00am-1:00pm on Friday, July 22, 2016 at the funeral home.

For those who prefer, memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association. Envelopes will be available and accepted at Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home; 201 S. 13th Street; Herrin, IL 62948. For more information, or to sign the memorial guest register, please visit www.hughesfuneralhomes.com

 




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4 Guestbook Messages

  • Guest: Lisa

    From: Herrin, Illinois

    Date: July 20, 2016

    Rest in Paradise “Momma Kay” you were so loved & will be sadly missed by all who knew you. You touched many lives including mine.

  • Guest: Kelly Lyell-Young

    From: JOHNSTON CITY, Illinois

    Date: July 20, 2016

    Mama Kay, go rest high on that mountain. You were always there when I needed a mom. You taught me much and encouraged me like no other. When I was down you would lift me up. Thank you for being part of my life. You will be missed by so many. Heaven regained an Angel. I love you.

  • Guest: jodi

    From: Barberton, Ohio

    Date: July 20, 2016

    My sweet aunt Kay .. You were always the cool aunt. Iremember once you bought me make and maxi skirt when my mom wouldn’t lol Took me to movies my mom would never let me see. So much fun going to the corner store and putting all our junk “on account” Beautiful memories of a beautiful lady. I won’t be with you as they lay you to rest but you will alway be loved in my heart. don’t you girls, my mom and aunt Shelby start messing around together and forget to watch over us our gaudian Angels now. Your leaving has left such and empty place in so many hearts but I know you are now complete once again. Love you aunt Kay RIP

  • Guest: Sharon and ken

    From: Erin, New York

    Date: July 20, 2016

    Thoughts and prayers to all of you,, she was a beautiful person who loved everyone .. i will always remember the times i was able to spend with her .. love you !!