James P. Gillespie's obituary , Passed away on February 15, 2026 in Lewes, Delaware

James P. Gillespie

January 7, 1939 - February 15, 2026 (87 years old)

Lewes, Delaware

James P. Gillespie's obituary , Passed away on February 15, 2026 in Lewes, Delaware

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Parsell Funeral Homes & Crematorium

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James P. Gillespie

January 7, 1939 - February 15, 2026 (87 years old)

Lewes, Delaware

James P. Gillespie Obituary

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of James P. Gillespie of Lewes, Delaware, who passed away on February 15, 2026, at the age of 87, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James P. Gillespie to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Anthony Gillespie and Nora Gillespie (Doherty); his daughter Patricia Gillespie; and his siblings, Mary Brennan, John Gillespie, Anthony Gillespie and Bridgitt Boyle.

He is survived by: his wife Lois Gillespie (Caddoo); his children, James P. Gillespie Jr., Daniel Gillespie, Elizabeth DePadova and Sara DePadova; his grandchildren, Shannon, Shaun, Sarah and Sherlyn; his great grandchildren, Patrick, Connor, Lane, Lucas, Levi and Trip; his niece Karen Dwyer; and his nephew Kevin Brennan.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made to Westminster Presbyterian Church Memorial Fund or to your favorite charity.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Parsell Funeral Homes & Crematorium



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Feb 23

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Parsell Funeral Homes and Crematorium
16961 Kings Hwy, Lewes, DE 19958

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Feb 24

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Westminster Presbyterian Church
301 King Charles Ave, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971

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