Joy Gillespie Obituary
The passing of Joy Gillespie (Thief River Falls, Minnesota), born in New York, New York leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on February 4, 2025 at the age of 80. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Joy Gillespie or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
Though her name may fade from the lips of time, the imprint Joy leaves upon the hearts of her loved ones remains eternally vivid — a testament to the depth of her spirit and the richness of her legacy.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Duane Noel and Alverda Noel (Lund); her son Brian; and her sister Julie. She is survived by: her husband Neil Gillespie; her son Steve Gillespie; and her grandchildren, Elle Gillespie of Anchorage, AK, Cole Gillespie of Henderson, NV and Grace Gillespie of Grand Forks, ND..
Visitation was held on Monday, February 10th 2025 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM and on Tuesday, February 11th 2025 at 1:00 PM. A prayer was held on Monday, February 10th 2025 at 6:00 PM at the Johnson Funeral Service - Thief River (105 Governor St, Oklee, MN 56742). A memorial service was held on Tuesday, February 11th 2025 at 2:00 PM at the Zion Lutheran Church (505 Main Ave N, Thief River Falls, MN 56701).
