Debbie Jo Gillispie's obituary , Passed away on September 1, 2025 in Wathena, Kansas

Debbie Jo Gillispie

April 11, 1956 - September 1, 2025 (69 years old)

Wathena, Kansas

Debbie Jo Gillispie's obituary , Passed away on September 1, 2025 in Wathena, Kansas

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Debbie Jo Gillispie

April 11, 1956 - September 1, 2025 (69 years old)

Wathena, Kansas

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Debbie Jo Gillispie Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Debbie Jo Gillispie of Wathena, Kansas, who passed away on September 1, 2025 at the age of 69. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Debbie Jo Gillispie to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by: her husband Michael D; her mother Betty Jo Blanton; and her brother Richard Blanton. She is survived by: her father Floyd "Gus" Blanton Jr. of Wathena, KS; her children, Devin Riggs (Austin) of St. Joseph, MO, Maycee Blanton (Timmy Wilson) of Wathena, KS and Keenan Blanton; her grandchildren, Delaney, Hudson, Laurel, Morgan Riggs, Nova, Vega and Monza McDowell; and her sisters, Terry Verbick of Faucett, MO and Bobbie Thompson. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

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6054 Pryor Ave, St Joseph, MO 64504

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Sep 07

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6054 Pryor Ave, St Joseph, MO 64504

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